Kampala, Uganda

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Country

Uganda

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About Kampala, Uganda

Costs exclude rent

Single / month

$501

Family of 4 / mo

$1,280

Avg salary (after tax)

$205

Kampala is the vibrant capital city of Uganda , located near the shores of Lake Victoria. It is known for its beautiful hills and lively atmosphere. The city has a mix of modern buildings and traditional markets, making it a unique place to explore.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $31.9
Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $23.54
Men's Dress ShoesUSD $80.86
Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $71.13

Financial

Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $208.14
Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.01

Food - Beverages

Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.44
Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $0.68
CappuccinoUSD $3.98
Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $2.59
Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $1.47

Food - Dining

Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $36.95
Fast Food ComboUSD $12.57
Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $2.22

Food - Grocery

Apples (1 kg)USD $4.34
Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.61
Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.46
Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $1.49
Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.39
Onions (1 kg)USD $1.27
Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.7
Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.73
Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $13.12
Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $3.32
Milk (1 litre)USD $1.18
Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $6.64
Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $8.85
Dozen EggsUSD $2.19
White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.49
Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $3.34
Beef Round (1 kg)USD $6.06

Housing

Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $471.46
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $526.53
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $234.01
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,623
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $675.96
Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $140.47

Leisure

Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $83.13
Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $21.18
Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $7.39
Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $271.84
Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $7,860

Transportation

Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $46.26
Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $12,146
Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $14,780
1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $3.69
Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $1.19
Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $1.47
One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $1.47

Utilities (Monthly)

Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $86.82
Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $67.43