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Kampala vs Masaka

Uganda vs Uganda · 119 km apart

Kampala

Uganda

USh1,559,648 ($419)

single / month

VS

Masaka

Uganda

USh1,251,606 ($336)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseKampalaMasakaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.29$3.50Masaka
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$17.16$13.99Masaka
Cappuccino$1.29$1.05Masaka
Monthly groceries (single person)$97.24$79.29Masaka
Monthly public transport pass$15.73$12.83Masaka
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$41.47$33.81Masaka
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$12.01$9.79Masaka
Fitness club membership$12.01$9.79Masaka
Cinema ticket$3.15$2.57Masaka
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$192$148Masaka
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$133$103Masaka
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$400$310Masaka
Total single-person budget$419$336Masaka
Average net salary$260$212

Verdict

Masaka is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Kampala runs about $419 versus $336 in Masaka — a difference of roughly 20%.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kampala cheaper than Masaka?
No. Kampala costs an estimated $419 per month for a single person, about 20% more than Masaka at $336.
How far is Kampala from Masaka?
The straight-line distance between Kampala and Masaka is approximately 119 km (74 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Kampala or Masaka?
The estimated average net salary is $260 in Kampala and $212 in Masaka. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Kampala versus $0 in Masaka per month.