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Palenga vs Kampala

Uganda vs Uganda · 253 km apart

Palenga

Uganda

USh1,087,262 ($292)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Kampala

Uganda

USh1,559,648 ($419)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpensePalengaKampalaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$3.07$4.29Palenga
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$12.28$17.16Palenga
Cappuccino$0.92$1.29Palenga
Monthly groceries (single person)$69.56$97.24Palenga
Monthly public transport pass$11.25$15.73Palenga
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$29.67$41.47Palenga
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$8.59$12.01Palenga
Fitness club membership$8.59$12.01Palenga
Cinema ticket$2.25$3.15Palenga
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$126$192Palenga
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$87.67$133Palenga
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$263$400Palenga
Total single-person budget$292$419Palenga
Average net salary$186$260

Verdict

Palenga is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Palenga runs about $292 versus $419 in Kampala — a difference of roughly 43%.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Palenga cheaper than Kampala?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $292 per month in Palenga versus $419 in Kampala — about 43% less.
How far is Palenga from Kampala?
The straight-line distance between Palenga and Kampala is approximately 253 km (157 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Palenga or Kampala?
The estimated average net salary is $186 in Palenga and $260 in Kampala. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Palenga versus $0 in Kampala per month.