Cost of living in Nyali Mombasa {Best Guide}

Here’s a budget-friendly version of monthly expenses for a family of 4 (2 adults + 2 kids) living in Nyali, Mombasa in

Housing (Rent)

A smaller or slightly inland 3-bedroom apartment or house: KES 50,000

This is farther from the beachfront but still in Nyali, in a safe neighborhood.

Food & Groceries

Groceries purchased mostly from local markets: KES 25,000

Occasional eating out at local joints or fast food: KES 5,000

Total for food and groceries: KES 30,000

Utilities & Internet

Electricity and water for moderate usage: KES 5,000

Home internet (basic plan) + mobile data: KES 3,000

Mobile phone plans (family use): KES 1,500

Total for utilities and internet: KES 9,500

Transport

Mostly local transport using matatus, occasional boda-boda, or fuel for a small economical car: KES 5,000

Education

2 children attending local public or affordable private schools: KES 15,000 per month (covers tuition, books, and supplies)

Healthcare & Miscellaneous

Basic health insurance and occasional medicine: KES 3,000

Clothing, small leisure activities, and other miscellaneous expenses: KES 5,000

Total healthcare and miscellaneous: KES 8,000

Estimated Monthly Expenses

Housing: KES 50,000

Food & groceries: KES 30,000

Utilities & Internet: KES 9,500

Transport: KES 5,000

Education: KES 15,000

Healthcare & miscellaneous: KES 8,000

Total: KES 117,500

This represents a budget-conscious lifestyle in Nyali for a family of four, living comfortably but avoiding luxury spending.