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Kigali

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Local Highlights

Explore the history, neighborhoods, food, and culture of Kigali.

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☀️ Weather Forecast

Fri May 29
24°C / 76°F
Low: 14°C / 57°F
Sat May 30
25°C / 76°F
Low: 16°C / 60°F
Sun May 31
25°C / 77°F
Low: 14°C / 57°F

📊 Core Metrics

Adjusted ⓘ
Rent (1BD)
$573
Per Month (USD)
Safety Score
5.0
Moderate
Fixed Internet
25
Broadband (Mbps)
ℹ️ Data Accuracy & Sources

Rent: Sourced from live listings (Zyla Labs), government databases (HUD/CMHC), or regional economic models.
Safety & Internet: Sourced from open data initiatives including the Measurement Lab (M-Lab) and public government/NGO safety indices.
Note: Prices and metrics are estimates only and may vary by specific neighborhood or provider.

🌍 Demographics

  • Population1,132,686
  • RegionKigali
  • ClimateTropical
  • Elevation1,542 m

💰 Cost of Living Breakdown

Housing & Utilities

  • Basic Utilities for 915 Square Feet Apartment (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage)64.11 USD
  • Broadband Internet (Unlimited Data, 60 Mbps or Higher)22.48 USD
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)3.15 USD
  • 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre728.83 USD
  • 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre417.48 USD
  • 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre1440.26 USD
  • 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre882.50 USD
  • Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre231.92 USD
  • Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre282.38 USD

Transportation

  • One-Way Ticket (Local Transport)0.34 USD
  • Monthly Public Transport Pass (Regular Price)29.06 USD
  • Taxi Start (Standard Tariff)2.74 USD
  • Taxi 1 mile (Standard Tariff)2.75 USD
  • Taxi 1 Hour Waiting (Standard Tariff)3.42 USD
  • Gasoline (1 Liter)1.25 USD
  • Volkswagen Golf 1.5 (or Equivalent New Compact Car)26327.12 USD
  • Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6 (or Equivalent New Mid-Size Car)29917.19 USD
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)3.42 USD

Food & Groceries

  • Meal at an Inexpensive Restaurant2.39 USD
  • Meal for Two at a Mid-Range Restaurant (Three Courses, Without Drinks)29.06 USD
  • Combo Meal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Fast-Food Meal)6.84 USD
  • Domestic Draft Beer (1 Pint)1.03 USD
  • Imported Beer (12 oz Small Bottle)1.85 USD
  • Cappuccino (Regular Size)2.38 USD
  • Soft Drink (Coca-Cola or Pepsi, 12 oz Small Bottle)0.87 USD
  • Bottled Water (12 oz)0.57 USD
  • Milk (Regular, 1 Liter)0.63 USD
  • Fresh White Bread (1 lb Loaf)0.92 USD
  • White Rice (1 lb)0.58 USD
  • Eggs (12, Large Size)1.62 USD
  • Local Cheese (1 lb)2.02 USD
  • Chicken Fillets (1 lb)2.12 USD
  • Beef Round or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat (1 lb)1.77 USD
  • Apples (1 lb)1.14 USD
  • Bananas (1 lb)0.38 USD
  • Oranges (1 lb)0.73 USD
  • Tomatoes (1 lb)0.47 USD
  • Potatoes (1 lb)0.22 USD
  • Onions (1 lb)0.37 USD
  • Lettuce (1 Head)0.44 USD
  • Bottled Water (50 oz)0.82 USD
  • Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)10.26 USD
  • Domestic Beer (16.9 oz Bottle)1.03 USD
  • Cigarettes (Pack of 20, Marlboro)2.56 USD

Lifestyle & Entertainment

  • Monthly Fitness Club Membership32.05 USD
  • Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child131.07 USD
  • International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child9216.81 USD
  • Jeans (Levi's 501 or Similar)18.74 USD
  • Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range)23.25 USD
  • Men's Leather Business Shoes35.90 USD

Other

  • Mobile Phone Plan (Monthly, with Calls and 10GB+ Data)8.21 USD
  • Summer Dress in a Chain Store (e.g. Zara or H&M)15.39 USD
  • Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)307.72 USD