Nurse salary in Kampala

Uganda · Tier 1 · Demand: Very High

Entry-level
$20k
per year (USD)
Median
$27k
per year (USD)
Senior
$38k
per year (USD)

About Nurse salaries in Kampala

Nurses in Kampala, Uganda earn a median of approximately $27k per year. Compensation reflects local cost of living (index 29 vs NYC 100) and the city's Tier 1 status. Demand is rated very high across multinational and local employers.

Take-home estimate

Applying Uganda's top marginal rate of 40%, a median earner takes home roughly $16k annually — though most professionals fall into a lower effective bracket.

Hiring landscape

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FAQs

What is the salary of a Nurse in Kampala?+

The median salary for a Nurse in Kampala is approximately $27k per year (~$2,250/month).

Is Kampala a good city to work as a Nurse?+

Kampala offers very high demand for nurses. Tier-1 cities in Uganda typically combine strong compensation with diverse employer choice.

How much can a senior Nurse earn in Kampala?+

Senior nurses in Kampala earn up to $38k annually.

Is the salary enough to live comfortably in Kampala?+

Estimated monthly cost of living in Kampala is around $1,102. A median nurse salary covers this comfortably.

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