Mombasa, Kenya

In 2026, a single person living in Mombasa needs approximately KES 93,866/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around KES 183,602/month. Mombasa is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Mombasa costs approximately KES 55,806/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around KES 106,031/month. Rent has changed +4.8% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Mombasa are approximately KES 20,090 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Mombasa costs KES 3,906 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Mombasa average KES 7,813 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Mombasa is located in Kenya (Africa). With a 1-bed rent of KES 55,806/month and total single-person expenses around KES 93,866/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Mombasa costs approximately KES 781 in 2026. Budget around KES 6,250/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Mombasa from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 26.8% over this period (from KES 44,000 in 2022 to KES 55,806 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Mombasa in 2026, a single person needs approximately KES 93,866/month. This covers rent (KES 55,806), groceries (KES 20,090), transport (KES 3,906), utilities (KES 7,813) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around KES 183,602/month.