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Iten vs Dadaab

Kenya vs Kenya · 509 km apart

Iten

Kenya

KSh46,078 ($357)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Dadaab

Kenya

KSh51,600 ($400)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Iten	Dadaab	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$3.78	$4.20	Iten
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$15.12	$16.80	Iten
Cappuccino	$1.13	$1.26	Iten
Monthly groceries (single person)	$85.68	$95.20	Iten
Monthly public transport pass	$13.86	$15.40	Iten
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$36.54	$40.60	Iten
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$10.58	$11.76	Iten
Fitness club membership	$10.58	$11.76	Iten
Cinema ticket	$2.77	$3.08	Iten
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$151	$173	Iten
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$105	$120	Iten
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$316	$360	Iten
Total single-person budget	$357	$400	Iten
Average net salary	$360	$400

Verdict

Iten is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Iten runs about $357 versus $400 in Dadaab — a difference of roughly 12%.

Salary-adjusted, Iten leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Iten · Full cost of living in Dadaab

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Iten cheaper than Dadaab?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $357 per month in Iten versus $400 in Dadaab — about 12% less.

How far is Iten from Dadaab?

The straight-line distance between Iten and Dadaab is approximately 509 km (316 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Iten or Dadaab?

The estimated average net salary is $360 in Iten and $400 in Dadaab. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $3 in Iten versus $0 in Dadaab per month.