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Cost of Living in Gitarama

Gitarama, Southern Province, Rwanda · Population 87,613

▼ -6% vs Rwanda average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)FRw483,600 ($372)
Couple, monthlyFRw861,640 ($663)
Family of four, monthlyFRw1,117,532 ($860)

Estimated Prices in Gitarama

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantFRw5,070 ($3.90)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeFRw20,280 ($15.60)per meal
CappuccinoFRw1,521 ($1.17)each
Monthly groceries (single person)FRw114,920 ($88.40)per month
Monthly public transport passFRw18,590 ($14.30)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentFRw49,010 ($37.70)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)FRw14,196 ($10.92)per month
Fitness club membershipFRw14,196 ($10.92)per month
Cinema ticketFRw3,718 ($2.86)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreFRw209,300 ($161)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreFRw145,600 ($112)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreFRw436,800 ($336)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Gitarama is FRw325,000 ($250) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of FRw483,600 ($372) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly FRw628,680 ($484) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (FRw145,600 ($112)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Muhanga

1 km away · Southern Province

Ruhango

18 km away · Southern Province

Ngororero

28 km away · Western Province

Nyanza

31 km away · Southern Province

Shyorongi

34 km away · Northern Province

Rusiga

38 km away · Northern Province

Rubengera

38 km away · Western Province

Kigali

42 km away · Kigali

Other Major Cities in Rwanda

Kigali

Kigali · pop. 1,745,555

FRw641,511 ($493) / mo

Muhanga

Southern Province · pop. 319,141

FRw514,881 ($396) / mo

Ruhengeri

Northern Province · pop. 153,368

FRw483,600 ($372) / mo

Kabarore

Eastern Province · pop. 71,769

FRw483,600 ($372) / mo

Cyuve

Northern Province · pop. 62,179

FRw483,600 ($372) / mo

Gisenyi

Western Province · pop. 53,603

FRw483,600 ($372) / mo

Living in Gitarama

Gitarama is one of the key cities in Rwanda. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is FRw483,600 ($372), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around FRw145,600 ($112) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to FRw1,117,532 ($860) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately FRw861,640 ($663) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Gitarama is FRw325,000 ($250). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least FRw628,680 ($484) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gitarama expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated FRw483,600 ($372) per month in Gitarama including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Rwanda.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Gitarama?
A net salary of around FRw628,680 ($484) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Gitarama with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Gitarama is FRw325,000 ($250).
How much is rent in Gitarama?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated FRw209,300 ($161) per month in the city centre and FRw145,600 ($112) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about FRw436,800 ($336).
Is Gitarama cheaper than Rwanda on average?
Yes — Gitarama is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Rwanda average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Gitarama?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at FRw114,920 ($88) in Gitarama. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about FRw5,070 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around FRw1,521 ($1).
How do transport costs in Gitarama compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Gitarama is estimated at FRw18,590 ($14). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Gitarama are estimates based on Rwanda national averages adjusted for city size (population 87,613). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.