Nairobi, Kenya
Africa
Estimated monthly cost
$1,005/mo
Single · 1-bedroom apartment
1-bedroom rent $600/mo
Food $250/mo
Utilities $60/mo
Transit $25/mo
Other $70/mo
Full Cost Comparison
| Scenario | 1 BR | 2 BR | 3 BR |
|---|---|---|---|
| single | $1,005/mo | $1,305/mo | $1,605/mo |
| couple | $1,289/mo | $1,589/mo | $1,889/mo |
| family | $1,613/mo | $1,913/mo | $2,213/mo |
Research Nairobi
Expat Toolkit
Services we recommend for moving abroad
Wise
Send money internationally at the real exchange rate. Save up to 6x vs traditional banks.
Open an account → SafetyWing
Health insurance designed for remote workers and travelers. Coverage in 180+ countries.
Get covered → NordVPN
Protect your privacy on public wifi and access your home content from anywhere.
Stay secure → Airalo
Get a local eSIM before you land. Data plans in 200+ countries, no physical SIM needed.
Browse plans → Vrbo
Book an entire home for your first month abroad. Get settled before signing a lease.
Find a place →