Affordable: cheaper than 88% of cities worldwide
Ranked #509 of 577 cities · More expensive than 11.8% of cities worldwide
Lower index = more affordable
| Apartment | City Centre | Outside Centre | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Bedroom | KES 57,832/mo ≈ $445 | KES 28,115/mo ≈ $216 | 51% |
| 3-Bedroom | KES 145,573/mo ≈ $1,121 | KES 65,530/mo ≈ $505 | 55% |
Nairobi has a cost of living index of 19.5 (New York = 100, rent included), the average of 3 of 4 data sources. Expatistan is left out because it sits more than 15% away from the others.
ShouldIMove price index: our own basket of real item prices plus rent.
Nairobi is affordable by global standards (ranked #509 of 577 cities), cheaper than 88% of cities worldwide.
Groceries are affordable and dining out is very affordable. The best value is rent and the priciest is groceries.
Local purchasing power is limited: residents can afford fewer goods and services than in most cities.
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