Kigali, Rwanda, Rwanda — cost of living
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Kigali, Rwanda

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Kigali, Rwanda

About Kigali, Rwanda

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$407
Family of 4 / mo
$1,022
Avg salary (after tax)
$527

Kigali is the beautiful capital city of Rwanda , known for its cleanliness and friendly atmosphere. Nestled on rolling hills, Kigali offers stunning views and a pleasant climate throughout the year. The city is home to many important landmarks, like the Kigali Genocide Memorial, which tells the story of the country’s past and honors those who lost their lives.

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

  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $50.4
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $72.21
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $34.12
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $41.78

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.01
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $560.5

Food - Beverages

  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.7
  • CappuccinoUSD $3.65
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $2.81
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $1.4
  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $0.99

Food - Dining

  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $48.99
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $11.19
  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $3.51

Food - Grocery

  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $2.1
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $6.52
  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $4.88
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $4.98
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.54
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.52
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $1.39
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $0.47
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.23
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $0.96
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.97
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $12.6
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $6.01
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $2.9
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.51
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.05

Housing

  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $544.37
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,763
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $781.66
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $436
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $3,936
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $395.84

Leisure

  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $11.44
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $7
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $177.29
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $2,447
  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $52.89

Transportation

  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $17.51
  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $2.25
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $4.19
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $19.6
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.56
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $19,599
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $33,599

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $50.4
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $75

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