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Kakamega vs Mombasa

Kenya vs Kenya · 728 km apart

Kakamega

Kenya

KSh51,600 ($400)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Mombasa

Kenya

KSh59,412 ($461)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseKakamegaMombasaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.20$4.79Kakamega
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$16.80$19.15Kakamega
Cappuccino$1.26$1.44Kakamega
Monthly groceries (single person)$95.20$109Kakamega
Monthly public transport pass$15.40$17.56Kakamega
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$40.60$46.28Kakamega
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$11.76$13.41Kakamega
Fitness club membership$11.76$13.41Kakamega
Cinema ticket$3.08$3.51Kakamega
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$173$203Kakamega
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$120$141Kakamega
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$360$424Kakamega
Total single-person budget$400$461Kakamega
Average net salary$400$456

Verdict

Kakamega is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Kakamega runs about $400 versus $461 in Mombasa — a difference of roughly 15%.

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 Mombasa

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kakamega cheaper than Mombasa?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $400 per month in Kakamega versus $461 in Mombasa — about 15% less.
How far is Kakamega from Mombasa?
The straight-line distance between Kakamega and Mombasa is approximately 728 km (453 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Kakamega or Mombasa?
The estimated average net salary is $400 in Kakamega and $456 in Mombasa. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Kakamega versus $0 in Mombasa per month.