Is Nairobi more expensive than Dar es Salaam?

Nairobi is 2.5% cheaper than Dar es Salaam overall. Rent is 9.5% lower, groceries 33.6% more expensive, and restaurants 57.3% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Dar es Salaam or Nairobi?

Dar es Salaam has a purchasing power index of 27.3 while Nairobi has 40.6 (NYC = 100). Nairobi offers better purchasing power.

Dar es Salaam vs Nairobi: Nairobi is 2.5% cheaper, rent 10% lower (2026)

Category	🇹🇿 Dar es Salaam	🇰🇪 Nairobi	Difference
Cost of Living	20.0	19.5	-2.5%
Rent	11.6	10.5	-9.5%
Groceries	26.2	35.0	+33.6%
Restaurants	19.9	31.3	+57.3%
Purchasing Power	27.3	40.6	+48.7%

Data from October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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