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Cost of Living in Muhanga

Muhanga, Southern Province, Rwanda · Population 319,141

▲ +0% vs Rwanda average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)FRw514,881 ($396)
Couple, monthlyFRw918,066 ($706)
Family of four, monthlyFRw1,191,378 ($916)

Estimated Prices in Muhanga

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantFRw5,374 ($4.13)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeFRw21,497 ($16.54)per meal
CappuccinoFRw1,612 ($1.24)each
Monthly groceries (single person)FRw121,815 ($93.70)per month
Monthly public transport passFRw19,705 ($15.16)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentFRw51,951 ($39.96)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)FRw15,048 ($11.58)per month
Fitness club membershipFRw15,048 ($11.58)per month
Cinema ticketFRw3,941 ($3.03)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreFRw225,114 ($173)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreFRw156,601 ($120)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreFRw469,802 ($361)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Muhanga is FRw344,500 ($265) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of FRw514,881 ($396) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly FRw669,345 ($515) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (FRw156,601 ($120)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Gitarama

1 km away · Southern Province

Ruhango

17 km away · Southern Province

Ngororero

28 km away · Western Province

Nyanza

30 km away · Southern Province

Shyorongi

35 km away · Northern Province

Rubengera

38 km away · Western Province

Rusiga

39 km away · Northern Province

Kigali

43 km away · Kigali

Other Major Cities in Rwanda

Kigali

Kigali · pop. 1,745,555

FRw641,511 ($493) / mo

Ruhengeri

Northern Province · pop. 153,368

FRw483,600 ($372) / mo

Gitarama

Southern Province · pop. 87,613

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 Muhanga

Muhanga is one of the key cities in Rwanda. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is FRw514,881 ($396), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around FRw156,601 ($120) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to FRw1,191,378 ($916) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately FRw918,066 ($706) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Muhanga is FRw344,500 ($265). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least FRw669,345 ($515) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Muhanga expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated FRw514,881 ($396) per month in Muhanga including rent outside the city centre. That is 0% more than the national average for Rwanda.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Muhanga?
A net salary of around FRw669,345 ($515) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Muhanga with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Muhanga is FRw344,500 ($265).
How much is rent in Muhanga?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated FRw225,114 ($173) per month in the city centre and FRw156,601 ($120) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about FRw469,802 ($361).
Is Muhanga cheaper than Rwanda on average?
No — Muhanga is estimated to be about 0% more expensive than the Rwanda average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in Muhanga?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at FRw121,815 ($94) in Muhanga. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about FRw5,374 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around FRw1,612 ($1).
How do transport costs in Muhanga compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Muhanga is estimated at FRw19,705 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Muhanga are estimates based on Rwanda national averages adjusted for city size (population 319,141). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.