Rwanda
Live cost-of-living data across 1 city in Rwanda — average cost index 16/100 (New York = 100), ranging from 16 to 16. Sourced by AI, refreshed regularly.
Cost of living by city in Rwanda
Ranked cheapest first. Cost index anchored to New York = 100.
Frequently asked questions
Is Rwanda cheap to live in?
Across 1 cities in Rwanda, the average cost-of-living index is 16 (New York = 100) — from 16 in Kigali to 16 in Kigali. It's meaningfully cheaper than the US and Western Europe.
What is the cheapest city in Rwanda?
Kigali is the most affordable city we track in Rwanda, with a cost-of-living index of 16 (New York = 100) and a 1-bedroom city-center rent around $350/month.
How much does it cost to live in Rwanda per month?
A single person can live comfortably in the cheaper cities of Rwanda for roughly $320–$448/month. Costs scale up toward Kigali. See the full city-by-city breakdown above.
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