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Bugiri vs Mbarara

Uganda vs Uganda · 368 km apart

Bugiri

Uganda

USh1,049,613 ($282)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Mbarara

Uganda

USh1,251,606 ($336)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseBugiriMbararaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$2.97$3.50Bugiri
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$11.88$13.99Bugiri
Cappuccino$0.89$1.05Bugiri
Monthly groceries (single person)$67.32$79.29Bugiri
Monthly public transport pass$10.89$12.83Bugiri
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$28.71$33.81Bugiri
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$8.32$9.79Bugiri
Fitness club membership$8.32$9.79Bugiri
Cinema ticket$2.18$2.57Bugiri
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$121$148Bugiri
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$84.15$103Bugiri
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$252$310Bugiri
Total single-person budget$282$336Bugiri
Average net salary$180$212

Verdict

Bugiri is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Bugiri runs about $282 versus $336 in Mbarara — a difference of roughly 19%.

Salary-adjusted, Bugiri 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 Bugiri  ·  Full cost of living in Mbarara

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bugiri cheaper than Mbarara?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $282 per month in Bugiri versus $336 in Mbarara — about 19% less.
How far is Bugiri from Mbarara?
The straight-line distance between Bugiri and Mbarara is approximately 368 km (229 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Bugiri or Mbarara?
The estimated average net salary is $180 in Bugiri and $212 in Mbarara. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Bugiri versus $0 in Mbarara per month.