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Mombasa vs Kakuma

Kenya vs Kenya · 1,015 km apart

Mombasa

Kenya

KSh59,412 ($461)

single / month

VS

Kakuma

Kenya

KSh51,600 ($400)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Kakuma is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Mombasa runs about $461 versus $400 in Kakuma — a difference of roughly 13%.

Salary-adjusted, Kakuma 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 Mombasa  ·  Full cost of living in Kakuma

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mombasa cheaper than Kakuma?
No. Mombasa costs an estimated $461 per month for a single person, about 13% more than Kakuma at $400.
How far is Mombasa from Kakuma?
The straight-line distance between Mombasa and Kakuma is approximately 1,015 km (631 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Mombasa or Kakuma?
The estimated average net salary is $456 in Mombasa and $400 in Kakuma. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Mombasa versus $0 in Kakuma per month.