Cost of Living in Kenya
Summary of cost of living in Kenya:
- The estimated monthly costs for a family of four are $1,820.5 (KSh235,698.0), excluding rent.
- The estimated monthly costs for a single person are $498.3 (KSh64,511.2), excluding rent.
- Cost of living in Kenya is, on average, 58.6% lower than in United States.
- Rent in Kenya is, on average, 79.8% lower than in United States.
Restaurants |  Edit |
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| Meal at an Inexpensive Restaurant | KSh500.00 | |
| Meal for Two at a Mid-Range Restaurant (Three Courses, Without Drinks) | KSh4,000.00 | |
| Combo Meal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Fast-Food Meal) | KSh825.00 | |
| Domestic Draft Beer (1 Pint) | KSh300.00 | |
| Imported Beer (12 oz Small Bottle) | KSh350.00 | |
| Cappuccino (Regular Size) | KSh297.67 | |
| Soft Drink (Coca-Cola or Pepsi, 12 oz Small Bottle) | KSh73.75 | |
| Bottled Water (12 oz) | KSh65.61 | |
Markets | Edit |
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| Milk (Regular, 1 Liter) | KSh98.81 | |
| Fresh White Bread (1 lb Loaf) | KSh60.43 | |
| White Rice (1 lb) | KSh90.44 | |
| Eggs (12, Large Size) | KSh207.26 | |
| Local Cheese (1 lb) | KSh550.21 | |
| Chicken Fillets (1 lb) | KSh351.07 | |
| Beef Round or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat (1 lb) | KSh312.58 | |
| Apples (1 lb) | KSh157.12 | |
| Bananas (1 lb) | KSh55.45 | |
| Oranges (1 lb) | KSh96.53 | |
| Tomatoes (1 lb) | KSh44.32 | |
| Potatoes (1 lb) | KSh46.12 | |
| Onions (1 lb) | KSh51.51 | |
| Lettuce (1 Head) | KSh84.79 | |
| Bottled Water (50 oz) | KSh77.12 | |
| Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) | KSh1,200.00 | |
| Domestic Beer (16.9 oz Bottle) | KSh270.67 | |
| Imported Beer (12 oz Small Bottle) | KSh338.87 | |
| Cigarettes (Pack of 20, Marlboro) | KSh415.00 | |
Transportation | Edit |
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| One-Way Ticket (Local Transport) | KSh100.00 | |
| Monthly Public Transport Pass (Regular Price) | KSh4,173.91 | |
| Taxi Start (Standard Tariff) | KSh200.00 | |
| Taxi 1 mile (Standard Tariff) | KSh321.87 | |
| Taxi 1 Hour Waiting (Standard Tariff) | KSh375.00 | |
| Gasoline (1 Liter) | KSh188.91 | |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.5 (or Equivalent New Compact Car) | KSh2,000,000.00 | |
| Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6 (or Equivalent New Mid-Size Car) | KSh2,453,333.33 | |
Utilities (Monthly) | Edit |
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| Basic Utilities for 915 Square Feet Apartment (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) | KSh6,395.89 | |
| Mobile Phone Plan (Monthly, with Calls and 10GB+ Data) | KSh1,783.33 | |
| Broadband Internet (Unlimited Data, 60 Mbps or Higher) | KSh4,666.60 | |
Sports And Leisure | Edit |
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| Monthly Fitness Club Membership | KSh5,004.17 | |
| Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend) | KSh2,233.33 | |
| Cinema Ticket (International Release) | KSh1,000.00 | |
Childcare | Edit |
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| Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child | KSh22,157.89 | |
| International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child | KSh1,062,331.04 | |
Clothing And Shoes | Edit |
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| Jeans (Levi's 501 or Similar) | KSh2,121.74 | |
| Summer Dress in a Chain Store (e.g. Zara or H&M) | KSh2,673.68 | |
| Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) | KSh4,758.05 | |
| Men's Leather Business Shoes | KSh5,222.80 | |
Rent Per Month | Edit |
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| 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | KSh37,091.73 | |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | KSh19,228.57 | |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | KSh97,875.00 | |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | KSh50,508.82 | |
Buy Apartment Price | Edit |
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| Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre | KSh16,819.36 | |
| Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | KSh11,169.94 | |
Salaries And Financing | Edit |
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| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | KSh44,270.99 | |
| Annual Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed, in %) | 13.64 | |
Prices in Kenya
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Last update: 11 June 2026
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Last update: 11 June 2026
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Cost of Living in ኦሮሚያ ክልል Oromia أوروميا
Cost of Living in Bomet
Cost of Living in Bungoma
Cost of Living in Busia
Cost of Living in Elgeyo-Marakwet
Cost of Living in Embu
Cost of Living in Garissa
Cost of Living in Homa Bay
Cost of Living in Isiolo
Cost of Living in Kajiado
Cost of Living in Kakamega
Cost of Living in Kericho
Cost of Living in Kiambu
Cost of Living in Kilifi
Cost of Living in Kisii
Cost of Living in Kisumu
Cost of Living in Kitui
Cost of Living in Kwale
Cost of Living in Laikipia
Cost of Living in Lamu
Cost of Living in Machakos
Cost of Living in Makueni
Cost of Living in Mandera
Cost of Living in Marsabit
Cost of Living in Meru
Cost of Living in Migori
Cost of Living in Mombasa
Cost of Living in Nairobi
Cost of Living in Nakuru
Cost of Living in Narok
Cost of Living in Nyandarua
Cost of Living in Nyeri
Cost of Living in Samburu
Cost of Living in Siaya
Cost of Living in Taita Taveta
Cost of Living in Trans Nzoia
Cost of Living in Turkana
Cost of Living in Uasin Gishu
Cost of Living in Wajir
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