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Highest Rent in Namibia

Top 42 cities ranked by highest rent

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Highest Rent — Namibia

1 Okahandja 39 $250
2 Mariental 30 $250
3 Lüderitz 31 $250
4 Ndiyona 40 $250
5 Katutura 21 $250
6 Gobabis 35 $250
7 Tsumeb 38 $250
8 Helao Nafidi 33 $250
9 Keetmanshoop 31 $250
10 Ongwediva 37 $250
11 Grootfontein 39 $250
12 Khorixas 32 $250
13 Ondangwa 37 $250
14 Otjiwarongo 39 $250
15 Katima Mulilo 28 $250
16 Rehoboth 30 $250
17 Oshakati 37 $250
18 Swakopmund 29 $250
19 Walvis Bay 29 $250
20 Rundu 40 $250
21 Windhoek 21 $250
22 Karibib 29 $250
23 Okakarara 39 $250
24 Henties Bay 29 $250
25 Ondangwa East 38 $250
26 Osire 39 $250
27 Karasburg 31 $250
28 Arandis 29 $250
29 Otavi 39 $250
30 Rosh Pinah 31 $250
31 Eenhana 33 $250
32 Warmbad 31 $250
33 Aussenkehr 31 $250
34 Okahao 36 $250
35 Outapi 36 $250
36 Otjimbingwe 29 $250
37 Oranjemund 31 $250
38 Opuwo 32 $250
39 Usakos 29 $250
40 Outjo 32 $250
41 Bethanie 31 $250
42 Omaruru 29 $250

Cities with the highest rents in Namibia reflect tight housing markets where demand significantly exceeds supply. Okahandja leads with a median rent of $250 per month.

High rents are typically found in cities with strong economies, large populations of young professionals, and limited housing supply. These markets often have low vacancy rates and competitive rental processes.

The rent burden in these cities can be significant, with many residents spending more than 30% of their income on housing. This has fueled discussions about rent control, affordable housing development, and tenant protections in many of these communities.

Did You Know?

  • 1. Renters in Okahandja pay $250/month — that's $3,000 per year on housing alone.
  • 2. The general rule of thumb is that rent should not exceed 30% of gross income — in many of these cities, average earners exceed that threshold.
  • 3. High-rent cities often have rental vacancy rates below 5%, creating intense competition for available units.

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