Ruhengeri, Northern Province, Rwanda · Population 153,368
▼ -6% vs Rwanda average
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | FRw5,070 ($3.90) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | FRw20,280 ($15.60) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | FRw1,521 ($1.17) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | FRw114,920 ($88.40) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | FRw18,590 ($14.30) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | FRw49,010 ($37.70) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | FRw14,196 ($10.92) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | FRw14,196 ($10.92) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | FRw3,718 ($2.86) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | FRw209,300 ($161) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | FRw145,600 ($112) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | FRw436,800 ($336) | per month |
The estimated average net salary in Ruhengeri 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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FRw483,600 ($372) / moRuhengeri 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 Ruhengeri 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.