Can I live in Nairobi on $2,000/month?

Nairobi is one of the most livable cities in Africa. The weather is comfortable, the city is close to nature and wildlife, and the cost of living is reasonable. You could rent a decent apartment for $400 per month. It’s a unique destination for digital nomads and expats who want a bit of an adventure.

Nairobi is also a somewhat up and coming city. There is a rising tech scene. The population is also growing quickly. This would also be a decent place to invest for the future. Flights here are somewhat expensive but the connections are good. Nairobi is the main hub in East Africa.

We have prefilled the calculator with estimates based on firsthand experience and local cost of living data. We have also included some expenses that are easy to forget, such as flights home, visa costs, and cleaning.

Use the estimates as a starting point, then adjust any expense to match your own lifestyle. The calculator will show you your true monthly burn rate, as well as your adjusted exchange rate after foreign exchange costs based on the method you use to move your money.