Kampala, Kampala, Uganda · Population 1,680,600 · National capital
▲ +25% vs Uganda average
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | USh15,959 ($4.29) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | USh63,835 ($17.16) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | USh4,788 ($1.29) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | USh361,733 ($97.24) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | USh58,516 ($15.73) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | USh154,268 ($41.47) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | USh44,685 ($12.01) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | USh44,685 ($12.01) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | USh11,703 ($3.15) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | USh712,609 ($192) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | USh495,728 ($133) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | USh1,487,184 ($400) | per month |
The estimated average net salary in Kampala is USh967,200 ($260) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of USh1,559,648 ($419) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly USh2,027,542 ($545) per month.
Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (USh495,728 ($133)) represents about 32% of the total single-person budget.
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USh1,175,520 ($316) / moKampala is the capital and one of the key cities in Uganda. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is USh1,559,648 ($419), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around USh495,728 ($133) per month.
For families, the estimated budget rises to USh3,629,919 ($976) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately USh2,790,300 ($750) monthly.
The average estimated net salary in Kampala is USh967,200 ($260). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least USh2,027,542 ($545) per month.