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Overview
Kenya🇰🇪
At a Glance
How Kenya compares across key indices
Cost of Living
33 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
71/100
Healthcare
38/100
Quality of Life
98/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Kenya
Cost of Living
33
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
25
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
33
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
35
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Low RiskHow safe residents feel in Kenya - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
71/100
Crime Index
25/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Kenya
Kenya has 123 modeled cities; this view starts with 40 curated or popular options. Monthly costs for a single person range from $665 in Nanyuki to $894 in Nairobi. Nanyuki leads on safety, scoring 74/100. Kilifi ranks highest for quality of life at 106/200.
💸Most Affordable
Nanyuki
$665/mo
Safest
Nanyuki
74/100
Best Quality of Life
Kilifi
106/200
Best Healthcare
Nairobi
53/100
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Curated and popular cities first.
40 of 123 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nairobi | $894 | 63/100 | 101/200 | 53/100 | 61 |
| Kakamega | $777 | 67/100 | 102/200 | 46/100 | 55 |
| Mombasa | $762 | 68/100 | 103/200 | 44/100 | 53 |
| Nakuru | $736 | 70/100 | 104/200 | 42/100 | 50 |
| Ruiru | $731 | 70/100 | 104/200 | 41/100 | 50 |
| Eldoret | $730 | 70/100 | 104/200 | 41/100 | 50 |
| Kisumu | $724 | 70/100 | 104/200 | 40/100 | 49 |
| Kikuyu | $716 | 71/100 | 104/200 | 40/100 | 48 |
| Thika | $708 | 71/100 | 105/200 | 39/100 | 47 |
| Naivasha | $700 | 72/100 | 105/200 | 38/100 | 46 |
| Karuri | $699 | 72/100 | 105/200 | 38/100 | 46 |
| Karuri | $699 | 72/100 | 105/200 | 38/100 | 46 |
| Matuga | $699 | 72/100 | 105/200 | 38/100 | 46 |
| Mwala | $697 | 72/100 | 105/200 | 38/100 | 46 |
| Lang'ata | $695 | 72/100 | 105/200 | 38/100 | 46 |
| Ongata Rongai | $695 | 72/100 | 105/200 | 38/100 | 46 |
| Jomvu | $693 | 72/100 | 105/200 | 38/100 | 45 |
| Garissa | $693 | 72/100 | 105/200 | 38/100 | 45 |
| Kitale | $693 | 72/100 | 105/200 | 38/100 | 45 |
| Limuru | $692 | 72/100 | 105/200 | 37/100 | 45 |
| Juja | $691 | 72/100 | 105/200 | 37/100 | 45 |
| Kitengela | $691 | 72/100 | 105/200 | 37/100 | 45 |
| Kiambu | $690 | 72/100 | 105/200 | 37/100 | 45 |
| Mlolongo | $687 | 73/100 | 105/200 | 37/100 | 45 |
| Malindi | $682 | 73/100 | 105/200 | 37/100 | 44 |
| Mandera | $681 | 73/100 | 105/200 | 36/100 | 44 |
| Khwisero | $680 | 73/100 | 105/200 | 36/100 | 44 |
| Kisii | $680 | 73/100 | 105/200 | 36/100 | 44 |
| Ngong | $677 | 73/100 | 105/200 | 36/100 | 44 |
| Mtwapa | $672 | 74/100 | 106/200 | 36/100 | 43 |
| Wajir | $672 | 74/100 | 106/200 | 36/100 | 43 |
| Lodwar | $669 | 74/100 | 106/200 | 35/100 | 43 |
| Athi River | $669 | 74/100 | 106/200 | 35/100 | 43 |
| Meru | $669 | 74/100 | 106/200 | 35/100 | 43 |
| Nyeri | $669 | 74/100 | 106/200 | 35/100 | 43 |
| Isiolo | $668 | 74/100 | 106/200 | 35/100 | 43 |
| Ukunda | $667 | 74/100 | 106/200 | 35/100 | 43 |
| Kiserian | $667 | 74/100 | 106/200 | 35/100 | 43 |
| Kilifi | $666 | 74/100 | 106/200 | 35/100 | 42 |
| Nanyuki | $665 | 74/100 | 106/200 | 35/100 | 42 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
Compare Cities Side by Side
Detailed comparison of cost of living, safety, and quality of life
Families
Schools
120 verified school profiles across 5 cities in Kenya — language model, grade range, credentials, and published tuition. A sample is shown here; filter the full set in the School Finder.
Abu Hureira Academy
Verified
MombasaAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
Across Borders Education Group
Verified
NairobiAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
Advtech Crawford International School Kenya
Verified
NairobiAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
Arya Vedic Academy
Verified
NairobiAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
Ascend International School Limited
Verified
NairobiAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
96 more verified schools in Kenya are available in the School Finder, with filters for city, age, language, credentials, and tuition.
School records are maintained from direct school pages, public credential directories, public registry claims, and carefully labeled directory/community sources. Admissions, seat availability, and tuition can change quickly, so Freedom Abroad treats unpublished costs as “Contact school” instead of estimating.
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Kenya
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Environment
ModerateAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Kenya
Pollution Index
49/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
24.4ug/m3
Moderate
Environmental Quality
Air Quality100/100
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Kenya, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Kenya?
Kenya has a cost of living index of 33 relative to New York City (100). It is significantly cheaper than the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $677 in Ngong and reach $894 in Nairobi.
What is the cheapest city in Kenya for expats?
Ngong is the most affordable city in Kenya in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $677 for a single person including rent. Khwisero is the next most affordable at $680/mo.
Is Kenya safe for expats?
Kenya has a safety index of 71/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Ngong scores highest on safety at 73/100.
What is the best city in Kenya for expats and digital nomads?
Ngong ranks highest for quality of life in Kenya, scoring 105/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $677/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in Kenya?
Kenya scores 38/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it limited in some areas by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Is Kenya cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Kenya's cost of living is roughly 67% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 75% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
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