Fort Portal, Uganda
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)

$888

Retiree Score

70.0

Safety Index

45.9

Healthcare

35 facilities

The population of Fort Portal may have grown to 137,549, but the bureaucratic headaches are a persistent reality for residents. While the city boasts three hospitals and several universities, the average person will have to navigate a complex web of local and national authorities. And with an elevation of nearly 5,000 feet, the chilly climate can be a shock for newcomers. Overall, Fort Portal seems better suited for those drawn to its academic and medical institutions rather than those seeking an easy life abroad.

Can I afford Fort Portal?

Total Monthly Household Income (After Tax):

Lifestyle: comfortable

You could save

$2094 / month

Savings Rate70%

Rent (Bahamas Average Adjusted)$401

Living Costs $505

Safety

Healthcare

100

Walkability

Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L)$0

Bread (loaf)—

Eggs (12)$1

Rice (1kg)—

Chicken (1kg)—

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive)$3

Meal (Mid-range)$40

Cappuccino$3

Water (0.33L)—

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo)$67

Mobile Plan (mo)$14

Gym (mo)—

Cinema Ticket$7

Housing

1BR Center (mo)—

1BR Outside (mo)—

3BR Center (mo)—

3BR Outside (mo)—

Expat Life

English Proficiency

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Expat Community

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Top Neighborhoods

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Elevation

1520m

Nearest Airport

EBB (251km)

Local Economy

Avg Monthly Salary

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Mortgage Interest Rate

20.75%

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet

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Temperature

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Annual Rainfall

1344 mm

Coworking Spaces

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Best Months to Visit

Jan, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec