Cost of Living & Prices:
Kenya vs. United States
Compare the cost of living and prices of goods and services, such as consumer goods prices, housing costs, average wages and more, to learn about differences and similarities between countries.
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Grocery
Kenya vs. United States - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 2.17 times less for grocery shopping in Kenya than in the United States.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 11.33 PLN (3.1 USD) in Kenya and 27.05 PLN (7.41 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 58.1% lower in Kenya.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 3.89 PLN (1.06 USD) in Kenya and 9.2 PLN (2.52 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 57.7% lower in Kenya.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 20.43 PLN (5.6 USD) in Kenya and 72.8 PLN (19.94 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 71.9% lower in Kenya.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 42.39 PLN (11.61 USD) in Kenya and 65.72 PLN (18 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 35.5% lower in Kenya.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 24.57 PLN (6.73 USD) in Kenya and 58.71 PLN (16.08 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 58.2% lower in Kenya.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 11.3 PLN (3.1 USD) in Kenya and 69.37 PLN (19 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 83.7% lower in Kenya.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 8.2 PLN (2.25 USD) in Kenya and 12.19 PLN (3.34 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 32.7% lower in Kenya.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 6.1 PLN (1.67 USD) for 12 eggs in Kenya and 26.25 PLN (7.19 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 76.8% lower in Kenya.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 10.08 PLN (2.76 USD) in Kenya and 13.91 PLN (3.81 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 27.5% lower in Kenya.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 60.43 PLN (16.55 USD) in Kenya and 91.24 PLN (24.99 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 33.8% lower in Kenya.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 2.47 PLN (0.68 USD) in Kenya and 10.73 PLN (2.94 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 77% lower in Kenya.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 2.01 PLN (0.55 USD) in Kenya and 18.29 PLN (5.01 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 89% lower in Kenya.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 41.09 PLN (11.25 USD) in Kenya and 62.65 PLN (17.16 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 34.4% lower in Kenya.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 3.28 PLN (0.9 USD) in Kenya and 5.81 PLN (1.59 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 43.5% lower in Kenya.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 4.04 PLN (1.11 USD) in Kenya and 14.64 PLN (4.01 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 72.4% lower in Kenya.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 7.48 PLN (2.05 USD) in Kenya and 20.88 PLN (5.72 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 64.2% lower in Kenya.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 3.89 PLN (1.07 USD) in Kenya and 13.66 PLN (3.74 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 71.5% lower in Kenya.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 5.6 PLN (1.53 USD) in Kenya and 30.19 PLN (8.27 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 81.5% lower in Kenya.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 41.59 PLN (11.39 USD) in Kenya and 32.79 PLN (8.98 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 21.2% lower in the United States.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 3.76 PLN (1.03 USD) in Kenya and 23.26 PLN (6.37 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 83.8% lower in Kenya.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 2.92 PLN (0.8 USD) in Kenya and 9.09 PLN (2.49 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 67.9% lower in Kenya.
Restaurant
Kenya vs. United States - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 3.51 times less for meals in restaurants in Kenya than in the United States.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 8.59 PLN (2.35 USD) in Kenya and 21.4 PLN (5.86 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 59.9% lower in Kenya.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 2.71 PLN (0.74 USD) in Kenya and 12.05 PLN (3.3 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 77.5% lower in Kenya.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 8.48 PLN (2.32 USD) in Kenya and 29.21 PLN (8 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 71% lower in Kenya.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 9.89 PLN (2.71 USD) in Kenya and 43.81 PLN (12 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 77.4% lower in Kenya.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 25.43 PLN (6.97 USD) in Kenya and 43.81 PLN (12 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 42% lower in Kenya.
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 141.3 PLN (38.7 USD) in Kenya and 511.16 PLN (140 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 72.4% lower in Kenya.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 19.78 PLN (5.42 USD) in Kenya and 94.93 PLN (26 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 79.2% lower in Kenya.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 1.91 PLN (0.52 USD) in Kenya and 9.31 PLN (2.55 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 79.5% lower in Kenya.
Fuel
Kenya vs. United States - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 1.36 times more for fuel in Kenya than in the United States.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 4.57 PLN (1.25 USD) in Kenya and 3.6 PLN (0.99 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 21.2% lower in the United States.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 4.97 PLN (1.36 USD) in Kenya and 3.39 PLN (0.93 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 31.8% lower in the United States.
Transportation
Kenya vs. United States - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 4.82 times less for transportation in Kenya than in the United States.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 113.04 PLN (30.96 USD) in Kenya and 481.95 PLN (132 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 76.5% lower in Kenya.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 2.83 PLN (0.77 USD) in Kenya and 10.59 PLN (2.9 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 73.3% lower in Kenya.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 10.95 PLN (3 USD) in Kenya and 153.35 PLN (42 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 92.9% lower in Kenya.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 7.06 PLN (1.93 USD) in Kenya and 7.92 PLN (2.17 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 10.9% lower in Kenya.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 5.65 PLN (1.55 USD) in Kenya and 18.22 PLN (4.99 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 69% lower in Kenya.
Sports & entertainment
Kenya vs. United States - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 24.02 PLN (6.58 USD) in Kenya and 73.02 PLN (20 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 67.1% lower in Kenya.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 156.61 PLN (42.89 USD) in Kenya and 576.04 PLN (157.77 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 72.8% lower in Kenya.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 78.36 PLN (21.46 USD) in Kenya and 237.32 PLN (65 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 67% lower in Kenya.
Flats for rent
Kenya vs. United States - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 9.17 times less for renting an apartment in Kenya than in the United States.
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 1605 PLN (439.72 USD) in Kenya and 14815 PLN (4057.67 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 89.2% lower in Kenya.
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 662.4 PLN (181.42 USD) in Kenya and 9285 PLN (2543.17 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 92.9% lower in Kenya.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 4187 PLN (1146.73 USD) in Kenya and 30018 PLN (8221.43 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 86.1% lower in Kenya.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 1527 PLN (418.25 USD) in Kenya and 19083 PLN (5226.67 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 92% lower in Kenya.
Flats for sale
Kenya vs. United States - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 9.56 times less for buying an apartment in Kenya than in the United States.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
For one square meter of an apartment in the city center you will pay 7215 PLN (1975.99 USD) in Kenya and 63366 PLN (17355.2 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 88.6% lower in Kenya.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre
For one square meter of an apartment outside the city center, you will pay 4068 PLN (1114.23 USD) in Kenya and 44457 PLN (12176.1 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 90.8% lower in Kenya.
Salary
Kenya vs. United States - average salary. The average salary in Kenya is 12.91 times lower than in the United States.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 1455 PLN (398.61 USD) in Kenya and 18786 PLN (5145.25 USD) in the United States. The average salary is 92.3% lower in Kenya.
Hotels
Kenya vs. United States - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Average accommodation prices based on Expedia.com data • Update: 15 Dec 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024) • Kenya: 20 cities, 635 hotels • United States: 20 cities, 3762 hotels