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Cost of Living in Isale

Isale, Bujumbura Rural, Burundi

▼ -13% vs Burundi average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)FBu743,509 ($259)
Couple, monthlyFBu1,318,529 ($459)
Family of four, monthlyFBu1,704,180 ($594)

Estimated Prices in Isale

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantFBu8,007 ($2.79)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeFBu32,029 ($11.16)per meal
CappuccinoFBu2,402 ($0.84)each
Monthly groceries (single person)FBu181,499 ($63.24)per month
Monthly public transport passFBu29,360 ($10.23)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentFBu77,404 ($26.97)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)FBu22,420 ($7.81)per month
Fitness club membershipFBu22,420 ($7.81)per month
Cinema ticketFBu5,872 ($2.05)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreFBu301,428 ($105)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreFBu209,689 ($73.06)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreFBu629,067 ($219)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Isale is FBu320,292 ($112) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of FBu743,509 ($259) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly FBu966,562 ($337) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (FBu209,689 ($73)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.

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Kayanza

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Ngozi

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Other Major Cities in Burundi

Bujumbura

Bujumbura Mairie · pop. 1,143,202

FBu1,064,914 ($371) / mo

Gitega

Gitega · pop. 135,467

FBu803,600 ($280) / mo

Gitega

Gitega · pop. 135,467

FBu803,600 ($280) / mo

Living in Isale

Isale is one of the key cities in Burundi. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is FBu743,509 ($259), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around FBu209,689 ($73) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to FBu1,704,180 ($594) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately FBu1,318,529 ($459) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Isale is FBu320,292 ($112). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least FBu966,562 ($337) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Isale expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated FBu743,509 ($259) per month in Isale including rent outside the city centre. That is 13% less than the national average for Burundi.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Isale?
A net salary of around FBu966,562 ($337) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Isale with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Isale is FBu320,292 ($112).
How much is rent in Isale?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated FBu301,428 ($105) per month in the city centre and FBu209,689 ($73) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about FBu629,067 ($219).
Is Isale cheaper than Burundi on average?
Yes — Isale is estimated to be about 13% cheaper than the Burundi average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Isale?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at FBu181,499 ($63) in Isale. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about FBu8,007 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around FBu2,402 ($1).
How do transport costs in Isale compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Isale is estimated at FBu29,360 ($10). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Isale are estimates based on Burundi national averages adjusted for city size. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.