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Bombo vs Kampala

Uganda vs Uganda · 30 km apart

Bombo

Uganda

USh1,049,613 ($282)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Kampala

Uganda

USh1,559,648 ($419)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseBomboKampalaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$2.97$4.29Bombo
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$11.88$17.16Bombo
Cappuccino$0.89$1.29Bombo
Monthly groceries (single person)$67.32$97.24Bombo
Monthly public transport pass$10.89$15.73Bombo
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$28.71$41.47Bombo
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$8.32$12.01Bombo
Fitness club membership$8.32$12.01Bombo
Cinema ticket$2.18$3.15Bombo
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$121$192Bombo
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$84.15$133Bombo
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$252$400Bombo
Total single-person budget$282$419Bombo
Average net salary$180$260

Verdict

Bombo is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Bombo runs about $282 versus $419 in Kampala — a difference of roughly 49%.

Salary-adjusted, Bombo 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 Bombo  ·  Full cost of living in Kampala

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bombo cheaper than Kampala?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $282 per month in Bombo versus $419 in Kampala — about 49% less.
How far is Bombo from Kampala?
The straight-line distance between Bombo and Kampala is approximately 30 km (18 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Bombo or Kampala?
The estimated average net salary is $180 in Bombo and $260 in Kampala. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Bombo versus $0 in Kampala per month.