Prices and Cost of Living in Rwanda

Food and beverage prices in Rwanda

Popular food products found on store shelves in Rwanda include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 653 RWF (0.48 USD) for a kilo of onions to 3481 RWF (2.54 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 1367 RWF (1 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 1150 RWF (0.84 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 1203 RWF (0.88 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 3577 RWF (2.61 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 754 RWF (0.55 USD). Dairy prices in Rwanda, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 719 RWF (0.52 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 4816 RWF (3.52 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 5480 RWF (4 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 1627 RWF (1.19 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 985 RWF (0.72 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Rwanda vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 2500 RWF (1.82 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 778 RWF (0.57 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 8000 RWF (5.84 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 30000 RWF (21.9 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 3000 RWF (2.19 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Rwanda?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 398 RWF (0.29 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 14000 RWF (10.22 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 3000 RWF (2.19 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 1125 RWF (0.82 USD).

Fuel prices in Rwanda

Average fuel prices in Rwanda are 1671 RWF (1.22 USD) per liter of gasoline and 1695 RWF (1.24 USD) per liter of diesel.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rwanda?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Rwanda varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 293266 RWF (214 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 439612 RWF (321 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 3076460 RWF (2246 USD) per square meter.