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Cost of Living in Ngara

Ngara, Kagera, Tanzania · Population 16,890

▼ -16% vs Tanzania average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)TSh813,992 ($307)
Couple, monthlyTSh1,448,783 ($547)
Family of four, monthlyTSh1,877,589 ($709)

Estimated Prices in Ngara

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantTSh8,586 ($3.24)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeTSh34,344 ($12.96)per meal
CappuccinoTSh2,576 ($0.97)each
Monthly groceries (single person)TSh194,616 ($73.44)per month
Monthly public transport passTSh31,482 ($11.88)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentTSh82,998 ($31.32)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)TSh24,041 ($9.07)per month
Fitness club membershipTSh24,041 ($9.07)per month
Cinema ticketTSh6,296 ($2.38)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreTSh347,288 ($131)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreTSh241,592 ($91.17)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreTSh724,776 ($274)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Ngara is TSh596,250 ($225) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of TSh813,992 ($307) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly TSh1,058,189 ($399) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (TSh241,592 ($91)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Biharamulo

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Kakonko

92 km away · Kigoma

Chato

124 km away · Geita

Kashasha

136 km away · Kagera

Geita

179 km away · Geita

Bukoba

184 km away · Kagera

Other Major Cities in Tanzania

Dar es Salaam

Dar es Salaam · pop. 7,962,000

TSh1,209,368 ($456) / mo

Mwanza

Mwanza · pop. 1,104,521

TSh1,049,686 ($396) / mo

Ubungo

Dar es Salaam · pop. 1,086,912

TSh1,049,686 ($396) / mo

Mbeya

Mbeya · pop. 541,603

TSh970,583 ($366) / mo

Morogoro

Morogoro · pop. 471,409

TSh970,583 ($366) / mo

Arusha

Arusha · pop. 416,442

TSh970,583 ($366) / mo

Geita

Geita · pop. 361,671

TSh970,583 ($366) / mo

Tabora

Tabora · pop. 308,741

TSh970,583 ($366) / mo

Living in Ngara

Ngara is one of the key cities in Tanzania. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is TSh813,992 ($307), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around TSh241,592 ($91) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to TSh1,877,589 ($709) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately TSh1,448,783 ($547) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Ngara is TSh596,250 ($225). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least TSh1,058,189 ($399) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ngara expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated TSh813,992 ($307) per month in Ngara including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Tanzania.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Ngara?
A net salary of around TSh1,058,189 ($399) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Ngara with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Ngara is TSh596,250 ($225).
How much is rent in Ngara?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated TSh347,288 ($131) per month in the city centre and TSh241,592 ($91) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about TSh724,776 ($274).
Is Ngara cheaper than Tanzania on average?
Yes — Ngara is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Tanzania average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Ngara?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at TSh194,616 ($73) in Ngara. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about TSh8,586 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around TSh2,576 ($1).
How do transport costs in Ngara compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Ngara is estimated at TSh31,482 ($12). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Ngara are estimates based on Tanzania national averages adjusted for city size (population 16,890). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.