Nairobi, Kenya

In 2026, a single person living in Nairobi needs approximately KES 118,867/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around KES 233,995/month. Nairobi is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Nairobi costs approximately KES 72,548/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around KES 139,515/month. Rent has changed +4.8% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Nairobi are approximately KES 24,555 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Nairobi costs KES 4,688 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Nairobi average KES 9,487 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Nairobi is located in Kenya (Africa). With a 1-bed rent of KES 72,548/month and total single-person expenses around KES 118,867/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Nairobi costs approximately KES 949 in 2026. Budget around KES 7,590/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Nairobi from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 26.8% over this period (from KES 57,200 in 2022 to KES 72,548 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Nairobi in 2026, a single person needs approximately KES 118,867/month. This covers rent (KES 72,548), groceries (KES 24,555), transport (KES 4,688), utilities (KES 9,487) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around KES 233,995/month.