Meru, Meru, Kenya · Population 42,677
▼ -16% vs Kenya average
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | KSh488 ($3.78) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | KSh1,950 ($15.12) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | KSh146 ($1.13) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | KSh11,053 ($85.68) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | KSh1,788 ($13.86) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | KSh4,714 ($36.54) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | KSh1,365 ($10.58) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | KSh1,365 ($10.58) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | KSh358 ($2.77) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | KSh19,507 ($151) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | KSh13,570 ($105) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | KSh40,709 ($316) | per month |
The estimated average net salary in Meru is KSh46,440 ($360) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of KSh46,078 ($357) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly KSh59,901 ($464) per month.
Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (KSh13,570 ($105)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.
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