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Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$120.00
$650.00
$35.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals in guesthouses or Airbnb |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$30.00
$80.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$15.00
$40.00
$2.00
|
Daily cost for prepaid SIM and data packages |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$90.00
$250.00
$10.00
|
Daily estimate for snacks and small meals |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$25.00
$70.00
$5.00
|
Daily cost for moto-taxi or occasional car hire |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$20.00
$180.00
$15.00
|
Daily cost for 2 meals at local and tourist restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$10.00
$60.00
$8.00
|
Daily cost for tours, cultural events, or entertainment |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$15.00
$120.00
$5.00
|
Daily cost averaged over short stay |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$25.00
$1.00
|
Daily average of visa fees and permits |
| Total |
$325.00
$1,475.00
$81.00
|
Cost Profile Definitions:
Local Resident: Lives permanently in the city with local housing and lifestyle.
Digital Nomad: Mid-term stay (1-6 months) with furnished accommodation and expat lifestyle.
Tourist: Short-term visit (1-14 days) with hotels and tourist activities.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$120.00
Varies by neighborhood. Nyamata center tends to be 20-30% higher than outskirts.
per month
☕ Coffee
$0.80
Local cafes offer affordable coffee; specialty coffee shops are rare and slightly pricier.
per cup