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Cost of Living in Kigali, Rwanda
Kigali is a city in Rwanda, where a single person can expect to spend about $824 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $730 per month, or $411 outside the centre. Internet is workable at around 41 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Kigali scores 78/100 — generally safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 80°F and winter highs around 78°F, with roughly 233 sunny days a year.
Kigali Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Kigali
How Kigali Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Kigali is cheaper than 83% of them, but sits in the bottom 5% for food scene.
| Metric | Kigali | World rank | Rank in Africa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $824 | #57 of 340 | #9 of 20 |
| Safety | 78/100 | #69 of 340 | #1 of 20 |
| Healthcare | 35/100 | #320 of 340 | #15 of 20 |
| Internet speed | 41 Mbps | #306 of 340 | #10 of 20 |
| Walkability | 42/100 | #243 of 340 | #9 of 20 |
| Public transit | 28/100 | #214 of 340 | #6 of 20 |
| Food scene | 52/100 | #327 of 340 | #18 of 20 |
| Air quality | 78/100 | #214 of 340 | #10 of 20 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Kigali FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Kigali?
A single person should budget around $824 per month in Kigali, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $1,488 per month excluding rent.
How much is rent in Kigali?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Kigali averages $730 per month, dropping to about $411 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $1,395.
Is Kigali safe?
Kigali scores 78/100 on safety, which is generally safe. Tourist safety is rated 82/100.
How fast is the internet in Kigali?
Median download speeds in Kigali are around 41 Mbps — workable for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 18 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Rwanda offer a digital nomad visa?
Rwanda does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 30 days visa-free.
What is the weather like in Kigali?
Kigali sees summer highs around 80°F and winter highs near 78°F, with about 233 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 112 days.
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