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Cost of Living in Nyamata

Nyamata, Eastern Province, Rwanda · Population 17,076

▼ -16% vs Rwanda average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)FRw431,833 ($332)
Couple, monthlyFRw768,365 ($591)
Family of four, monthlyFRw995,559 ($766)

Estimated Prices in Nyamata

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantFRw4,563 ($3.51)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeFRw18,252 ($14.04)per meal
CappuccinoFRw1,369 ($1.05)each
Monthly groceries (single person)FRw103,428 ($79.56)per month
Monthly public transport passFRw16,731 ($12.87)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentFRw44,109 ($33.93)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)FRw12,776 ($9.83)per month
Fitness club membershipFRw12,776 ($9.83)per month
Cinema ticketFRw3,346 ($2.57)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreFRw183,473 ($141)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreFRw127,633 ($98.18)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreFRw382,900 ($295)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Nyamata is FRw292,500 ($225) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of FRw431,833 ($332) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly FRw561,383 ($432) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (FRw127,633 ($98)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Rilima

12 km away · Eastern Province

Kabuga

27 km away · Kigali

Kigali

27 km away · Kigali

Zaza

32 km away · Eastern Province

Ruhango

38 km away · Southern Province

Musha

40 km away · Eastern Province

Rutongo

40 km away · Northern Province

Shyorongi

42 km away · Northern Province

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

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 Nyamata

Nyamata is one of the key cities in Rwanda. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is FRw431,833 ($332), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around FRw127,633 ($98) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to FRw995,559 ($766) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately FRw768,365 ($591) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Nyamata is FRw292,500 ($225). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least FRw561,383 ($432) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nyamata expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated FRw431,833 ($332) per month in Nyamata including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Rwanda.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Nyamata?
A net salary of around FRw561,383 ($432) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Nyamata with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Nyamata is FRw292,500 ($225).
How much is rent in Nyamata?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated FRw183,473 ($141) per month in the city centre and FRw127,633 ($98) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about FRw382,900 ($295).
Is Nyamata cheaper than Rwanda on average?
Yes — Nyamata is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Rwanda average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Nyamata?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at FRw103,428 ($80) in Nyamata. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about FRw4,563 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around FRw1,369 ($1).
How do transport costs in Nyamata compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Nyamata is estimated at FRw16,731 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Nyamata are estimates based on Rwanda national averages adjusted for city size (population 17,076). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.