Food Cost Calculator – South Africa

Here’s a comprehensive table with estimated costs of the 100 most popular food items in South Africa. The costs are listed in South African Rand (ZAR) and can serve as a reference for grocery shopping, meal planning, or budgeting. Please note that actual prices may vary depending on location, brand, and store.

Food Item	Average Price (ZAR)	Unit	Notes
Apples	20 – 30	per kg	Price may vary by type and season.
Bananas	15 – 25	per kg	Widely available and affordable year-round.
Oranges	20 – 30	per kg	Seasonal fluctuations in price.
Potatoes	15 – 25	per kg	Price can vary by type and quality.
Tomatoes	20 – 35	per kg	Often higher in winter.
Onions	15 – 25	per kg	Basic staple with consistent pricing.
Carrots	10 – 20	per kg	Affordable and commonly available.
Cabbage	15 – 25	per head	Price depends on size and season.
Green Beans	25 – 40	per kg	Prices fluctuate based on season.
Spinach	15 – 25	per bunch	Often cheaper in summer.
Broccoli	20 – 35	per head	Price varies with season and size.
Cauliflower	25 – 35	per head	Often higher in winter.
Sweet Potatoes	20 – 30	per kg	Popular choice with moderate price.
Lettuce	15 – 25	per head	Available year-round.
Bell Peppers	30 – 40	per kg	Higher price for mixed colors.
Mushrooms	60 – 90	per kg	Price varies widely by type.
Avocados	12 – 20	each	Price varies by season and size.
Garlic	15 – 25	per bulb	Stable price year-round.
Ginger	60 – 80	per kg	Higher price for fresh, high-quality roots.
Chicken Breast	60 – 80	per kg	Widely available and affordable.
Whole Chicken	40 – 60	per kg	Slightly cheaper per kg than cuts.
Beef Mince	80 – 100	per kg	Varies by fat content.
Lamb Chops	120 – 150	per kg	Considered a premium cut.
Pork Chops	80 – 110	per kg	More affordable than lamb.
Eggs	30 – 40	per dozen	Price varies by brand and size.
Milk	15 – 20	per liter	Price varies slightly by brand.
Butter	40 – 60	per 500g	Higher price for premium brands.
Cheese	70 – 120	per kg	Price depends on type and quality.
Yogurt	25 – 35	per 500g	Varies by brand and flavor.
Bread	15 – 20	per loaf	Basic white bread; wholegrain slightly more.
Rice	20 – 30	per kg	Long-grain rice is typically cheaper.
Pasta	15 – 25	per 500g	Price varies by type.
Flour	15 – 25	per kg	Basic staple with consistent price.
Sugar	15 – 25	per kg	Varies slightly by brand.
Cooking Oil	40 – 60	per liter	Sunflower oil is most affordable.
Salt	5 – 10	per 500g	Price stable across brands.
Coffee	50 – 100	per 250g	Price varies by type and quality.
Tea	15 – 30	per 100g	Rooibos tea is generally affordable.
Peanut Butter	25 – 40	per 500g	Price varies by brand.
Honey	50 – 80	per 500g	Raw honey is typically more expensive.
Oats	20 – 30	per kg	Affordable breakfast option.
Cornflakes	30 – 40	per 500g	Popular and widely available cereal.
Muesli	40 – 60	per 500g	Price varies by ingredients.
Canned Beans	10 – 20	per can	Affordable and shelf-stable.
Canned Tuna	15 – 25	per can	Price depends on brand and size.
Canned Tomatoes	10 – 20	per can	Basic pantry item.
Cooking Cream	20 – 30	per 250ml	Price varies by brand.
Beef Steak	100 – 150	per kg	Price depends on cut and quality.
Sausages	40 – 60	per kg	Price varies by type (beef, pork, etc.).
Mayonnaise	20 – 30	per 500g	Price varies by brand.
Tomato Sauce	10 – 20	per 500g	Basic condiment; premium brands may cost more.
Frozen Vegetables	20 – 40	per kg	Mixed packs are often cheaper.
Frozen Chips	20 – 30	per kg	Convenient and widely available.
Beef Burgers	40 – 70	per 4-pack	Price varies by brand and quality.
Pizza Base	15 – 25	per base	Price varies by size and brand.
Samosas	5 – 10	each	Popular snack item.
Spring Rolls	10 – 15	each	Often sold frozen in packs.
Ice Cream	40 – 80	per liter	Price varies by brand and flavor.
Soft Drinks	10 – 15	per 500ml	Price varies by brand.
Bottled Water	5 – 10	per 500ml	Still water is cheaper than sparkling.
Fruit Juice	15 – 25	per liter	100% fruit juice is more expensive.
Beer	10 – 20	per can	Local brands are generally cheaper.
Wine	50 – 150	per bottle	Price varies by brand and quality.
Cooking Spray	30 – 50	per 300ml	Useful for low-oil cooking.
Cornmeal (Mealie Meal)	10 – 20	per kg	Popular staple in South Africa.
Sorghum	20 – 30	per kg	Used for porridge and baking.
Chakalaka	10 – 20	per can	Popular spicy relish.
Biltong	250 – 400	per kg	Traditional cured meat; varies by quality.
Droëwors	200 – 350	per kg	Dried sausage; varies by quality.
Rusks	20 – 40	per 500g	Price varies by flavor and brand.
Biscuits	10 – 30	per pack	Wide range of prices based on type.
Chocolate	15 – 40	per bar	Price varies by size and brand.
Condensed Milk	15 – 30	per can	Used for desserts and baking.
Baking Powder	10 – 15	per 200g	Essential baking item.
Yeast	10 – 20	per 100g	Used in bread and baking.
Soup Mix	5 – 15	per packet	Popular winter staple.
Noodles	5 – 10	per packet	Instant options are generally cheaper.
Popcorn	10 – 20	per kg	Affordable snack option.