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Prices and Cost of Living in Kenya

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Calculate how much money you will spend on your vacation in Kenya. Sample budget for each type of traveler - food, transportation, sightseeing and accommodation expenses.

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Food

from 28.40 PLN to 42.32 PLN

Transportation

from 5.81 PLN

Sightseeing

from 11.85 PLN to 22.23 PLN

Accommodation

from 76.75 PLN to 85.28 PLN

Backpacker's budget

Traveling with a backpack

from 122.82 PLN to 155.64 PLN

Average daily expenses were calculated on the basis of the prices of accommodation, food (restaurants and shops), transport (public transport and taxis) and some tourist attractions. Values may vary depending on the city, tourist season, or during major religious and public events. Update 8 June 2025.

How much do you spend per day on travel and sightseeing?

Traveling and sightseeing in a cheap way (hostels, cheap food), you can fit into a budget from 4227 KES (123 PLN) to 5357 KES (156 PLN). On the other hand, a slightly higher standard (3-star hotel, meals in restaurants) you should expect to spend from 9098 KES (264 PLN) to 13389 KES (389 PLN). You should additionally take into account that if you are traveling alone, the cost may be slightly higher.

Food Prices - Calculate the Cost of Living

The calculator allows you to quickly and easily calculate how much you will spend on average to buy food at grocery stores in Kenya. Plan your daily, weekly and monthly food expenses.

Select the appropriate number of days to see how much you will spend on food during that period. Values given for one person.

1 day

Cheapest products

Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.

from 15.01 PLN to 24.8 PLN

Mid-range products

Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.

from 20.55 PLN to 34.27 PLN

Average values for capital or largest city. Purchase of food products in local stores and supermarkets corresponding to daily meals of 2,200 to 2,400 kcal was taken into account. Update 8 June 2025.

How much do you have to spend on groceries per day in Kenya?

When shopping for groceries in local stores and markets, the average daily cost of food expenses will range from 517 KES (15.01 PLN) to 854 KES (24.8 PLN) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 707 KES (20.55 PLN) to 1179 KES (34.27 PLN) per day. These figures are based on daily meals consisting of approximately 2200-2400 kcal and may vary slightly depending on the city.

Budget and shopping basket update: 8 June 2025

Estimated budget and daily food costs are always given per person and are only a suggestion to help you plan your total travel costs.

Budget was calculated on the basis of average prices of accommodation in each category (hotels and hostels), food costs (restaurants and grocery shopping), transport prices and some tourist attractions.

BACKPACKER'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a hostel or cheap hotel,
• travel by public transport,
• dining in cheap local restaurants or buying food in local stores,
• small number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (when traveling alone, prices may be higher, but only if we use a hotel room instead of a dormitory).

TOURIST'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a 3 star hotel (with a small number of available facilities, average prices of 3* and 4* hotels),
• traveling by taxis,
• catering in middle-class restaurants and buying food in grocery stores,
• average number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (they share costs of accommodation and transport).

FOOD EXPENSES
• daily meals containing 2200 to 2400 kcal (applies to both price variants),
• shopping for food in local stores or supermarkets (no meals in restaurants),
• value per person & for the capital or largest city.

Prices in Kenya

Below you will find a list of prices for products and services in Kenya, which will help you determine what expenses you should prepare for when going on vacation in this country. City: Nairobi.

Grocery Store Prices

Apples (1kg)8.14 PLN
Banana (1kg)3.15 PLN
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)16.53 PLN
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)43.58 PLN
Chicken Fillets (1kg)22.33 PLN
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)9.01 PLN
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)6.76 PLN
Eggs (regular) (12)5.13 PLN
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)8.71 PLN
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre62.27 PLN
Lettuce (1 head)2.20 PLN
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)1.85 PLN
Local Cheese (1kg)41.87 PLN
Milk (regular), (1 liter)3.41 PLN
Onion (1kg)3.36 PLN
Oranges (1kg)6.32 PLN
Potato (1kg)3.16 PLN
Rice (white), (1kg)5.42 PLN
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre42.86 PLN
Tomato (1kg)3.37 PLN
Water (1.5 liter bottle)2.72 PLN

Food and beverage prices in Kenya

Popular food products found on store shelves in Kenya include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 116 KES (3.36 PLN) for a kilo of onions to 569 KES (16.53 PLN) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 187 KES (5.42 PLN) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 63.73 KES (1.85 PLN) per half kilo. Bananas cost 108 KES (3.15 PLN) per kilo, while apples cost 280 KES (8.14 PLN) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 93.6 KES (2.72 PLN). Dairy prices in Kenya, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 117 KES (3.41 PLN), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 1441 KES (41.87 PLN). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 769 KES (22.33 PLN) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 177 KES (5.13 PLN), and the average price of tomatoes is 116 KES (3.37 PLN) per kilo.

Restaurant Prices

Cappuccino (regular)8.27 PLN
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)1.99 PLN
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)7.26 PLN
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)10.17 PLN
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)21.79 PLN
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course116 PLN
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant16.71 PLN
Water (0.33 liter bottle)1.64 PLN

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Kenya vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 285 KES (8.27 PLN), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 68.63 KES (1.99 PLN). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 750 KES (21.79 PLN) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 4000 KES (116 PLN). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 575 KES (16.71 PLN).

Public Transportation Prices

Monthly Pass (Regular Price)121 PLN
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)2.91 PLN
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)7.85 PLN
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)3.95 PLN
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)6.10 PLN

How much does transportation cost in Kenya?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 100 KES (2.91 PLN), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 4174 KES (121 PLN). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 210 KES (6.1 PLN), along with a per-kilometer charge of 136 KES (3.95 PLN).

Fuel Prices

Diesel 1L4.97 PLN
Gasoline 1L5.47 PLN

Fuel prices in Kenya

Average fuel prices in Kenya are 188 KES (5.47 PLN) per liter of gasoline and 171 KES (4.97 PLN) per liter of diesel.

Entertainment Prices

Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat23.24 PLN
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult167 PLN
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)50.90 PLN

Apartment Rental Prices

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre1 471 PLN
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre688 PLN
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre3 747 PLN
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre1 589 PLN

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kenya?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Kenya varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 23686 KES (688 PLN) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 50643 KES (1471 PLN) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 218409 KES (6346 PLN) per square meter.

Apartment Buying Prices

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre6 346 PLN
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre2 617 PLN

Average Salary

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)1 634 PLN

Hotel Prices in Kenya

A comprehensive list of the current prices of accommodations in various cities, ranging from budget-friendly hotels to high-end luxurious stays.

What is the average cost of a hotel room?

Accommodation prices in Kenya vary depending on the city, neighborhood or tourist season. For example, the average price of accommodation in Nairobi (December 2024) ranges from 3097 KES (90 PLN) per night in a hostel to about 10030 KES (291 PLN) in a 3-star hotel. The price of a night in a luxury hotel is an expense from 26370 KES (766 PLN) upwards.

Category
Qty
Average price
Cheapest
41
180 PLN
Mang Hotel
63
291 PLN
Deka Hotel
61
568 PLN
Bliss haven apartments
20
964 PLN
Taarifa Suites by Dunhill Serviced Apartments
Source: Expedia.com • Update: 15 December 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024)
Sources and updates

• Prices for products and services in Nairobi. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 09/2022, latest data 10/2024.
• Prices were calculated based on several sources including Expedia.com, Booking.com, local supermarket websites, own sources, submissions from users. We do not guarantee their accuracy, however, we try, to keep them high.
• If you have noticed an error, please report it.

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