How Uganda compares across key indices
Cost of Living
35 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
55/100
Healthcare
47/100
Quality of Life
67/200
How far your money goes in Uganda
Cost of Living
35
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
26
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
35
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
37
100 = NYC dining
How safe residents feel in Uganda - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
55/100
Crime Index
55/100
Lower is better
0 point drop from day to night
Uganda has 141 modeled cities; this view starts with 40 curated or popular options. Monthly costs for a single person range from $697 in Kabale to $917 in Kampala. Kyengera leads on safety, scoring 55/100. Mbale ranks highest for quality of life at 73/200.
Kabale
$697/mo
Kyengera
55/100
Mbale
73/200
Kampala
59/100
| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
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| Kampala | $917 | 49/100 | 70/200 | 59/100 | 76 |
| Nansana | $782 | 54/100 | 72/200 | 51/100 | 69 |
| Kira | $777 | 54/100 | 72/200 | 50/100 | 68 |
| Bunamwaya | $773 | 54/100 | 72/200 | 50/100 | 68 |
| Kyengera | $759 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 49/100 | 66 |
| Mbarara | $749 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 48/100 | 65 |
| Kasangati | $747 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 48/100 | 65 |
| Mukono | $744 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 47/100 | 65 |
| Njeru | $742 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 47/100 | 65 |
| Gulu | $741 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 47/100 | 65 |
| Katabi | $736 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 47/100 | 64 |
| Kajansi | $732 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 46/100 | 64 |
| Lugazi | $729 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 46/100 | 63 |
| Hoima | $728 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 46/100 | 63 |
| Mubende | $727 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 46/100 | 63 |
| Lira | $727 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 46/100 | 63 |
| Ibanda | $726 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 46/100 | 63 |
| Masaka | $726 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 46/100 | 63 |
| Kasese | $726 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 46/100 | 63 |
| Mbale | $724 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 46/100 | 63 |
| Masindi | $724 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 46/100 | 63 |
| Mityana | $722 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 45/100 | 63 |
| Entebbe | $721 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 45/100 | 62 |
| Jinja | $718 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 45/100 | 62 |
| Wakiso | $716 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 45/100 | 62 |
| Rutoma | $715 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 45/100 | 62 |
| Bwizibwera | $712 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 45/100 | 61 |
| Kotido | $710 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 44/100 | 61 |
| Arua | $709 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 44/100 | 61 |
| Nakivale Refugee Camp | $706 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 44/100 | 61 |
| Kamuli | $706 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 44/100 | 61 |
| Apac | $705 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 44/100 | 61 |
| Iganga | $705 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 44/100 | 61 |
| Busia | $704 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 44/100 | 61 |
| Koboko | $704 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 44/100 | 61 |
| Soroti | $702 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 44/100 | 60 |
| Fort Portal | $702 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 44/100 | 60 |
| Mpondwe | $701 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 44/100 | 60 |
| Kitgum | $699 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 43/100 | 60 |
| Kabale | $697 | 55/100 | 73/200 | 43/100 | 60 |
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Healthcare system overview for Uganda
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Air quality, water, and environmental conditions in Uganda
Pollution Index
68/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
33.8ug/m3
Unhealthy for sensitive
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Common questions about living in Uganda, answered with data
Uganda has a cost of living index of 35 relative to New York City (100). It is significantly cheaper than the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $721 in Entebbe and reach $917 in Kampala.
Entebbe is the most affordable city in Uganda in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $721 for a single person including rent. Mityana is the next most affordable at $722/mo.
Uganda has a safety index of 55/100, making it generally safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Kyengera scores highest on safety at 55/100.
Mbale ranks highest for quality of life in Uganda, scoring 73/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $724/mo for a single person. For budget-conscious expats, Entebbe offers the lowest monthly costs at $721/mo.
Uganda scores 47/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it adequate by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Yes. Uganda's cost of living is roughly 65% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 74% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
Uganda has a pollution index of 68/100 (lower = cleaner). Pollution can be a concern in urban areas. Research specific cities before committing, as rural and coastal areas typically fare better.
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