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Eswatini🇸🇿
At a Glance
How Eswatini compares across key indices
Cost of Living
42 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
57/100
Healthcare
39/100
Quality of Life
101/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Eswatini
Cost of Living
42
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
31
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
42
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
44
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Moderate RiskHow safe residents feel in Eswatini - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
57/100
Crime Index
50/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Eswatini
Eswatini has 3 cities with Freedom Abroad estimates. Monthly costs for a single person range from $829 in Lobamba to $958 in Mbabane. Lobamba leads on safety, scoring 61/100. Lobamba ranks highest for quality of life at 108/200.
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Lobamba
$829/mo
Safest
Lobamba
61/100
Best Quality of Life
Lobamba
108/200
Best Healthcare
Mbabane
41/100
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3 of 3 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mbabane | $958 | 58/100 | 107/200 | 41/100 | 34 |
| Manzini | $864 | 59/100 | 107/200 | 37/100 | 33 |
| Lobamba | $829 | 61/100 | 108/200 | 35/100 | 30 |
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Families
Schools
Verified school profiles for families comparing language model, grade range, credentials, and admissions next steps in Eswatini. Tuition appears only when published in verified public sources.
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2
Credential signals
Ages and grades
Ages vary by program
High school
Tuition
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International Curriculum
Ib Diploma
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Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Eswatini
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Environment
CleanAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Eswatini
Pollution Index
38/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
18.8ug/m3
Moderate
Environmental Quality
Air Quality100/100
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Eswatini, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Eswatini?
Eswatini has a cost of living index of 42 relative to New York City (100). It is moderately affordable compared to the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $864 in Manzini and reach $958 in Mbabane.
What is the cheapest city in Eswatini for expats?
Manzini is the most affordable city in Eswatini in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $864 for a single person including rent. Mbabane is the next most affordable at $958/mo.
Is Eswatini safe for expats?
Eswatini has a safety index of 57/100, making it generally safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Manzini scores highest on safety at 59/100.
What is the best city in Eswatini for expats and digital nomads?
Manzini ranks highest for quality of life in Eswatini, scoring 107/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $864/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in Eswatini?
Eswatini scores 39/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it limited in some areas by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Is Eswatini cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Eswatini's cost of living is roughly 58% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 69% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
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