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Mombasa vs Nakuru

Kenya vs Kenya · 579 km apart

Mombasa

Kenya

KSh59,412 ($461)

single / month

VS

Nakuru

Kenya

KSh54,937 ($426)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseMombasaNakuruCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.79$4.45Nakuru
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$19.15$17.81Nakuru
Cappuccino$1.44$1.34Nakuru
Monthly groceries (single person)$109$101Nakuru
Monthly public transport pass$17.56$16.32Nakuru
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$46.28$43.04Nakuru
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$13.41$12.47Nakuru
Fitness club membership$13.41$12.47Nakuru
Cinema ticket$3.51$3.26Nakuru
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$203$186Nakuru
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$141$129Nakuru
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$424$387Nakuru
Total single-person budget$461$426Nakuru
Average net salary$456$424

Verdict

Nakuru is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Mombasa runs about $461 versus $426 in Nakuru — a difference of roughly 8%.

Salary-adjusted, Nakuru 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 Nakuru

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mombasa cheaper than Nakuru?
No. Mombasa costs an estimated $461 per month for a single person, about 8% more than Nakuru at $426.
How far is Mombasa from Nakuru?
The straight-line distance between Mombasa and Nakuru is approximately 579 km (360 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Mombasa or Nakuru?
The estimated average net salary is $456 in Mombasa and $424 in Nakuru. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Mombasa versus $0 in Nakuru per month.