Durban
South Africa, Africa
3.4M people
Africa/Johannesburg
English
Beach City
Coastal City
Durban
Durban is a vibrant coastal city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, known for its beaches, warm climate, and diverse culture.
Cultural City
Safety
65
Security
Safe
Cost
60
Living costs
Moderate
Healthcare
70
Medical
Good
26°
L: 18°
Best time to visitSeptember
Annual rainfall
1000mmCost of Living
60
Overall Cost
Moderate
45
Rent Index
Affordable
55
Groceries
Moderate
50
Restaurants
Moderate
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$500
City center
3 Bedroom
$1,200
City center
Cost vs Global Average10% higher
Quality of LifeMedium expat community
68
Overall Quality Score
Very Good quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
68
Very Good
Good68
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
85
Outstanding
Excellent85
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
75
Excellent
Good75
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
70
Very Good
Good70
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 90/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 85/100
Entertainment
75/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$1K
Annual Salary
SPEED
25
Mbps Internet
SPACES
15
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
60
out of 100
Average60
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
50
out of 100
Average50
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
65
out of 100
Good65
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
70
Good
Good70
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
40
Low Cost
Average40
System Overview
System Type
Public and Private
Emergency Number
10111
Hospital Density
20
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
64
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Good75
Developing health systems
Safety & Security
Overall SafetySafe
Score: 65/100
Crime Rate IndexLow
Index: 35/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability70/100
Emergency
10111
Disaster Risk
Moderate
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
70
Health Index
LIFESPAN
64
Years
HOSPITALS
20
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
50
Fair
Average50
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
70
Good
Good70
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
40
Fair
Poor40
Air Quality Index
Clean air
50
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$20
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.20
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$1.00
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
50
Fair
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
60
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
40
Fair
Nearby Airports
King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
50
Fair
Average50
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
60
Good
Average60
Traffic Congestion
High
60 Index
Average60
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$20
per month
Fuel
$1.2
per liter
Taxi
$1
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
20
Schools
MONTHLY
$300
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
65
Good
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
75
Good
Major Universities
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
80
Excellent80
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
90
Excellent90
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
85
Excellent85
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
75
Good75
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
70
Good70
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
High
80
Excellent80
Language Barrier
Low
20
Bad20
Expat Community
Community Size
Medium
Integration Score
70
Good70
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
25 Mbps
Internet Speed
15
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure60/100
Visa Process60/100
Banking & Finance75/100
Avg Salary
$800
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$30/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality
Business Freedom65/100
Expat Life & Integration
Medium Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease70/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 20/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency80/100
Cultural Diversity90/100
Official Languages
English, Zulu, isiXhosa
Tipping Culture
10%
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, beach-oriented
Practical Information
Time Zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Languages
English, Zulu +1
Emergency
10111
Healthcare System
Public and Private
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
10%
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, beach-oriented
Best Time to Visit
September
October
November
Natural Disaster Risk
Moderate
Visa Requirements
Vary depending on nationality
Key Statistics
3.4M
Population
60
Cost Index
25 Mbps
Internet
$0.5K
1BR Rent
50
Transport
$1K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Nearby location
Airports
King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Nearby location
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