Kenya
Live cost-of-living data across 1 city in Kenya — average cost index 20/100 (New York = 100), ranging from 20 to 20. Sourced by AI, refreshed regularly.
Cost of living by city in Kenya
Ranked cheapest first. Cost index anchored to New York = 100.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kenya cheap to live in?
Across 1 cities in Kenya, the average cost-of-living index is 20 (New York = 100) — from 20 in Nairobi to 20 in Nairobi. It's meaningfully cheaper than the US and Western Europe.
What is the cheapest city in Kenya?
Nairobi is the most affordable city we track in Kenya, with a cost-of-living index of 20 (New York = 100) and a 1-bedroom city-center rent around $520/month.
How much does it cost to live in Kenya per month?
A single person can live comfortably in the cheaper cities of Kenya for roughly $400–$560/month. Costs scale up toward Nairobi. See the full city-by-city breakdown above.
Compare Nairobi with anywhere
Dig into any Kenya city, or see where your salary stretches furthest worldwide.