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Kahama vs Arusha

Tanzania vs Tanzania · 456 km apart

Kahama

Tanzania

TSh911,600 ($344)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Arusha

Tanzania

TSh970,583 ($366)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseKahamaArushaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$3.60$3.82Kahama
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$14.40$15.26Kahama
Cappuccino$1.08$1.14Kahama
Monthly groceries (single person)$81.60$86.50Kahama
Monthly public transport pass$13.20$13.99Kahama
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$34.80$36.89Kahama
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$10.08$10.68Kahama
Fitness club membership$10.08$10.68Kahama
Cinema ticket$2.64$2.80Kahama
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$150$161Kahama
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$104$112Kahama
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$312$336Kahama
Total single-person budget$344$366Kahama
Average net salary$250$265

Verdict

Kahama is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Kahama runs about $344 versus $366 in Arusha — a difference of roughly 6%.

Salary-adjusted, Kahama leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Kahama  ·  Full cost of living in Arusha

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kahama cheaper than Arusha?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $344 per month in Kahama versus $366 in Arusha — about 6% less.
How far is Kahama from Arusha?
The straight-line distance between Kahama and Arusha is approximately 456 km (283 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Kahama or Arusha?
The estimated average net salary is $250 in Kahama and $265 in Arusha. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Kahama versus $0 in Arusha per month.