Living in Uganda with a family can vary significantly in cost depending on the city and lifestyle, but here’s a general breakdown of expenses you might encounter:
Food and Dining
- Basic meals in a business district restaurant might cost around USh 16,956, while a combo meal at a fast-food restaurant is about USh 29,851. Regular household groceries such as a liter of milk or a dozen eggs would cost around USh 2,861 and USh 14,997 respectively​ (Expatistan, cost of living comparisons)​​ (Expatistan, cost of living comparisons)​.
Housing
- For accommodation, a furnished 85 sqm apartment in an upscale area could cost USh 3,451,770 per month, while a similar apartment in a more average area might cost USh 2,455,720. Utilities for two people in an 85 sqm flat could run about USh 570,160 monthly​ (Expatistan, cost of living comparisons)​​ (Expatistan, cost of living comparisons)​.
Transportation
- Public transport can be relatively affordable with a monthly ticket costing around USh 250,000. Gasoline costs about USh 4,705 per liter if you prefer driving​ (Expatistan, cost of living comparisons)​​ (Expatistan, cost of living comparisons)​.
Internet and Utilities
- Internet service is approximately USh 44,336 per month, and basic utilities for a small apartment can cost about USh 97,786 per month​ (Expatistan, cost of living comparisons)​​ (Expatistan, cost of living comparisons)​.
Childcare and Education
- Costs for preschool might reach up to USh 700,000 monthly, and an international primary school could be significantly more expensive, around USh 19,095,833 annually​ (Numbeo)​.
Miscellaneous
- Additional costs like clothing and personal care items can vary, with items like a pair of jeans or a summer dress costing about USh 50,000 and USh 60,000 respectively​ (Expatistan, cost of living comparisons)​​ (Expatistan, cost of living comparisons)​.
Overall, a family might need between USh 8,905,307 to USh 10,138,925 monthly to cover all expenses excluding luxuries, depending on the choice of housing and personal spending habits​ (Expatistan, cost of living comparisons)​​ (Expatistan, cost of living comparisons)​. These figures provide a rough estimate and actual costs can vary based on specific needs and lifestyle choices.
