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Kakumiro vs Mbarara

Uganda vs Uganda · 172 km apart

Kakumiro

Uganda

USh1,087,262 ($292)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Mbarara

Uganda

USh1,251,606 ($336)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseKakumiroMbararaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$3.07$3.50Kakumiro
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$12.28$13.99Kakumiro
Cappuccino$0.92$1.05Kakumiro
Monthly groceries (single person)$69.56$79.29Kakumiro
Monthly public transport pass$11.25$12.83Kakumiro
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$29.67$33.81Kakumiro
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$8.59$9.79Kakumiro
Fitness club membership$8.59$9.79Kakumiro
Cinema ticket$2.25$2.57Kakumiro
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$126$148Kakumiro
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$87.67$103Kakumiro
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$263$310Kakumiro
Total single-person budget$292$336Kakumiro
Average net salary$186$212

Verdict

Kakumiro is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Kakumiro runs about $292 versus $336 in Mbarara — a difference of roughly 15%.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kakumiro cheaper than Mbarara?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $292 per month in Kakumiro versus $336 in Mbarara — about 15% less.
How far is Kakumiro from Mbarara?
The straight-line distance between Kakumiro and Mbarara is approximately 172 km (107 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Kakumiro or Mbarara?
The estimated average net salary is $186 in Kakumiro and $212 in Mbarara. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Kakumiro versus $0 in Mbarara per month.