Cost of Living

Uganda

Live cost-of-living data across 1 city in Uganda — average cost index 20/100 (New York = 100), ranging from 20 to 20. Sourced by AI, refreshed regularly.

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Avg cost index
Kampala
Cheapest
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Cities tracked
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Cost of living by city in Uganda

Ranked cheapest first. Cost index anchored to New York = 100.

Kampala20

Frequently asked questions

Is Uganda cheap to live in?

Across 1 cities in Uganda, the average cost-of-living index is 20 (New York = 100) — from 20 in Kampala to 20 in Kampala. It's meaningfully cheaper than the US and Western Europe.

What is the cheapest city in Uganda?

Kampala is the most affordable city we track in Uganda, with a cost-of-living index of 20 (New York = 100) and a 1-bedroom city-center rent around $380/month.

How much does it cost to live in Uganda per month?

A single person can live comfortably in the cheaper cities of Uganda for roughly $400–$560/month. Costs scale up toward Kampala. See the full city-by-city breakdown above.

Compare Kampala with anywhere

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