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Mtwara vs Arusha

Tanzania vs Tanzania · 860 km apart

Mtwara

Tanzania

TSh911,600 ($344)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Arusha

Tanzania

TSh970,583 ($366)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Salary-adjusted, Mtwara 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 Mtwara  ·  Full cost of living in Arusha

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mtwara cheaper than Arusha?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $344 per month in Mtwara versus $366 in Arusha — about 6% less.
How far is Mtwara from Arusha?
The straight-line distance between Mtwara and Arusha is approximately 860 km (534 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Mtwara or Arusha?
The estimated average net salary is $250 in Mtwara and $265 in Arusha. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Mtwara versus $0 in Arusha per month.