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Cost of Living in Ongata Rongai

Ongata Rongai, Kajiado, Kenya · Population 172,570

▼ -6% vs Kenya average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)KSh51,600 ($400)
Couple, monthlyKSh91,913 ($713)
Family of four, monthlyKSh119,186 ($924)

Estimated Prices in Ongata Rongai

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantKSh542 ($4.20)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeKSh2,167 ($16.80)per meal
CappuccinoKSh163 ($1.26)each
Monthly groceries (single person)KSh12,281 ($95.20)per month
Monthly public transport passKSh1,987 ($15.40)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentKSh5,237 ($40.60)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)KSh1,517 ($11.76)per month
Fitness club membershipKSh1,517 ($11.76)per month
Cinema ticketKSh397 ($3.08)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreKSh22,253 ($173)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreKSh15,480 ($120)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreKSh46,440 ($360)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Ongata Rongai is KSh51,600 ($400) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of KSh51,600 ($400) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly KSh67,080 ($520) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (KSh15,480 ($120)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Nairobi

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Ngong

16 km away · Kajiado

Kitenkela

16 km away · Kajiado

Kikuyu

20 km away · Kiambu

Athi River

24 km away · Machakos

Kiambu

27 km away · Kiambu

Kajiado

50 km away · Kajiado

Thika

52 km away · Kiambu

Other Major Cities in Kenya

Nairobi

Nairobi City · pop. 5,545,000

KSh68,444 ($531) / mo

Mombasa

Mombasa · pop. 1,388,449

KSh59,412 ($461) / mo

Nakuru

Nakuru · pop. 570,674

KSh54,937 ($426) / mo

Eldoret

Uasin Gishu · pop. 477,716

KSh54,937 ($426) / mo

Kisumu

Kisumu · pop. 397,957

KSh54,937 ($426) / mo

Dadaab

Garissa · pop. 218,873

KSh51,600 ($400) / mo

Kakuma

Turkana · pop. 200,000

KSh51,600 ($400) / mo

Habaswein

Wajir · pop. 174,134

KSh51,600 ($400) / mo

Living in Ongata Rongai

Ongata Rongai is one of the key cities in Kenya. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is KSh51,600 ($400), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around KSh15,480 ($120) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to KSh119,186 ($924) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately KSh91,913 ($713) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Ongata Rongai is KSh51,600 ($400). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least KSh67,080 ($520) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ongata Rongai expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated KSh51,600 ($400) per month in Ongata Rongai including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Kenya.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Ongata Rongai?
A net salary of around KSh67,080 ($520) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Ongata Rongai with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Ongata Rongai is KSh51,600 ($400).
How much is rent in Ongata Rongai?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated KSh22,253 ($173) per month in the city centre and KSh15,480 ($120) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about KSh46,440 ($360).
Is Ongata Rongai cheaper than Kenya on average?
Yes — Ongata Rongai is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Kenya average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Ongata Rongai?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at KSh12,281 ($95) in Ongata Rongai. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about KSh542 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around KSh163 ($1).
How do transport costs in Ongata Rongai compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Ongata Rongai is estimated at KSh1,987 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Ongata Rongai are estimates based on Kenya national averages adjusted for city size (population 172,570). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.