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Kakamega vs Kisumu

Kenya vs Kenya · 43 km apart

Kakamega

Kenya

KSh51,600 ($400)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Kisumu

Kenya

KSh54,937 ($426)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseKakamegaKisumuCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.20$4.45Kakamega
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$16.80$17.81Kakamega
Cappuccino$1.26$1.34Kakamega
Monthly groceries (single person)$95.20$101Kakamega
Monthly public transport pass$15.40$16.32Kakamega
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$40.60$43.04Kakamega
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$11.76$12.47Kakamega
Fitness club membership$11.76$12.47Kakamega
Cinema ticket$3.08$3.26Kakamega
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$173$186Kakamega
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$120$129Kakamega
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$360$387Kakamega
Total single-person budget$400$426Kakamega
Average net salary$400$424

Verdict

Kakamega is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Kakamega runs about $400 versus $426 in Kisumu — a difference of roughly 6%.

Salary-adjusted, Kakamega 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 Kakamega  ·  Full cost of living in Kisumu

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kakamega cheaper than Kisumu?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $400 per month in Kakamega versus $426 in Kisumu — about 6% less.
How far is Kakamega from Kisumu?
The straight-line distance between Kakamega and Kisumu is approximately 43 km (26 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Kakamega or Kisumu?
The estimated average net salary is $400 in Kakamega and $424 in Kisumu. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Kakamega versus $0 in Kisumu per month.