Utility & Internet Costs in Johannesburg
The average price of utilities (electricity, internet, and mobile) for one apartment in Johannesburg, South Africa is $261. We track 3 items in this category — see the full breakdown below.
All prices in USD; switch currency above the table.
On this page 4 sections
| Section | Description |
|---|---|
| Utility & Internet Costs in Johannesburg: price table | 3 items with median prices and high–low ranges. |
| Compare to similar cities | Cities with comparable cost tier and region. |
| Other categories in Johannesburg | Jump to housing, food, transport, utilities, and more. |
| Utilities FAQs for Johannesburg | Common questions about pricing, units, and refresh cadence. |
Utility & Internet Costs in Johannesburg
Monthly electricity, heating, water, mobile, and broadband bills.
| Item | Median | Range (low–high) |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Utilities for 85 m2 Apartment (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) | $190 | $92 – $366 |
| Mobile Phone Plan (Monthly, with Calls and 10GB+ Data) | $33 | $12 – $61 |
| Broadband Internet (Unlimited Data, 60 Mbps or Higher) | $38 | $30 – $57 |
- Basic Utilities for 85 m2 Apartment (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) $190$92 – $366
- Mobile Phone Plan (Monthly, with Calls and 10GB+ Data) $33$12 – $61
- Broadband Internet (Unlimited Data, 60 Mbps or Higher) $38$30 – $57
Other categories in Johannesburg
Utilities in Johannesburg: FAQs
- How much does utilities cost in Johannesburg?
- The average price of utilities (electricity, internet, and mobile) for one apartment in Johannesburg, South Africa is around $261. See the table above for the full breakdown across 3 items.
- Are these utilities prices in USD?
- Yes — every price on this page is normalized to US Dollars. Use the currency switcher above the table to convert to your local currency.
- How current is the utilities data for Johannesburg?
- Prices were last refreshed on May 11, 2026. We refresh from public price databases on a scheduled cadence.
- What's not included on this page?
- This page focuses on utilities. For an end-to-end monthly budget — rent + food + utilities + transit — see the Johannesburg main cost-of-living page.