This article provides a detailed comparison of the cost of living in Kenya and South Sudan. The prices are calculated as a population-weighted mean of 10 cities in Kenya and 5 cities in South Sudan. For more specific information, it is advisable to check city-specific pages, as larger cities tend to have a higher cost of living.
Here's a breakdown of various expenses:
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Eating Out
When it comes to dining out, here’s how the costs compare:
- Lunch Menu: Kenya - $4.84, South Sudan - $3.32
- Dinner in a Restaurant (for 2): Kenya - $35, South Sudan - $20.5
- Fast Food Meal (McDonald's equivalent): Kenya - $7.18, South Sudan - $4.79
- Beer in a Pub (0.5 L or 16 fl oz): Kenya - $2.21, South Sudan - $1.82
- Cappuccino: Kenya - $2.5, South Sudan - $1.86
- Pepsi / Coke (0.5 L or 16.9 fl oz): Kenya - $0.64, South Sudan - $0.53
Rent & Utilities
The cost of accommodation and utilities is a significant factor in the overall cost of living:
- 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown (40 m2 or 430 ft2): Kenya - $313, South Sudan - $216
- Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartment (40 m2 or 430 ft2): Kenya - $155, South Sudan - $146
- 3 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown (80 m2 or 860 ft2): Kenya - $890, South Sudan - $485
- Cheap 3 Bedroom Apartment (80 m2 or 860 ft2): Kenya - $393, South Sudan - $308
- Utility Bill for one person (electricity, heating, water, etc.): Kenya - $24.1, South Sudan - $38.3
- Utility Bill for a Family (electricity, heating, water, etc.): Kenya - $37, South Sudan - $58.9
- Internet Plan (50 Mbps+ 1 month unlimited): Kenya - $39.6, South Sudan - $27
- Mortgage Interest Rate for 20 Years: Kenya - 14.46%, South Sudan - 12.62%
- Apartment price to Buy in city Center, 1 m2 or 10 ft2: Kenya - $2309, South Sudan - $1486
- House price to Buy in Suburbs, 1 m2 or 10 ft2: Kenya - $1590, South Sudan - $930
Transportation
Transportation costs are also an essential consideration:
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- Local transport ticket: Kenya - $0.79, South Sudan - $0.35
- Monthly ticket local transport: Kenya - $30.9, South Sudan - $13.7
- Taxi Ride (8 km or 5 mi): Kenya - $16.3, South Sudan - $6.24
- Gas / Petrol (1 L or 0.26 gal): Kenya - $1.45, South Sudan - $1.05
Groceries
Here's a comparison of grocery prices:
- Milk (1 L or 1 qt): Kenya - $0.84, South Sudan - $1.19
- Bread (0.5 kg or 1.1 lb): Kenya - $0.53, South Sudan - $0.65
- Rice (1 kg or 2.2 lb): Kenya - $1.56, South Sudan - $1.19
- Eggs (x12): Kenya - $1.66, South Sudan - $1.61
- Cheese (1 kg or 2.2 lb): Kenya - $10.6, South Sudan - $7.23
- Chicken Breast (1 kg or 2.2 lb): Kenya - $6.39, South Sudan - $4.4
- Round Steak (1 kg or 2.2 lb): Kenya - $5.41, South Sudan - $6.9
- Apples (1 kg or 2.2 lb): Kenya - $2.75, South Sudan - $2.25
- Banana (1 kg or 2.2 lb): Kenya - $0.98, South Sudan - $1.21
- Oranges (1 kg or 2.2 lb): Kenya - $1.73, South Sudan - $1.65
- Tomato (1 kg or 2.2 lb): Kenya - $0.88, South Sudan - $1.04
- Potato (1 kg or 2.2 lb): Kenya - $0.92, South Sudan - $0.99
- Onion (1 kg or 2.2 lb): Kenya - $1.01, South Sudan - $1.02
- Water (1 L or 1 qt): Kenya - $0.48, South Sudan - $0.34
- Coca-Cola / Pepsi (2 L or 67.6 fl oz): Kenya - $1.39, South Sudan - $1.12
- Wine (mid-priced), 750 mL bottle: Kenya - $10.2, South Sudan - $7.68
- Beer (0.5 L or 16 fl oz): Kenya - $2.11, South Sudan - $1.46
- Cigarette pack: Kenya - $3.22, South Sudan - $2.87
Personal Care & Health
Costs for personal care and health-related items:
- Cold medicine (1 week): Kenya - $2.5, South Sudan - $3.49
- Hair Shampoo: Kenya - $3.55, South Sudan - $2.79
- Toilet paper (4 rolls): Kenya - $1.15, South Sudan - $1.51
- Toothpaste (1 tube): Kenya - $1.14, South Sudan - $1.23
Other Expenses
Additional costs to consider:
- Gym Membership (1 month): Kenya - $38.5, South Sudan - $24.1
- Cinema Ticket (1 person): Kenya - $6.82, South Sudan - $4.28
- Doctor's visit: Kenya - $17.2, South Sudan - $15.4
- Haircut, simple: Kenya - $4.04, South Sudan - $3.22
- Brand Jeans: Kenya - $18.6, South Sudan - $27.7
- Brand Sneakers: Kenya - $60.3, South Sudan - $63.6
- Daycare or Preschool (1 month): Kenya - $184, South Sudan - $90
- International Primary School (1 year): Kenya - $7843, South Sudan - $3195
Summary Table: Cost of Living Comparison
For a quick overview, here's a summary table:
| Item | Kenya (USD) | South Sudan (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch Menu | 4.84 | 3.32 |
| Dinner in a Restaurant (for 2) | 35 | 20.5 |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown | 313 | 216 |
| Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartment | 155 | 146 |
| Utility Bill for one person | 24.1 | 38.3 |
| Local transport ticket | 0.79 | 0.35 |
| Milk (1 L) | 0.84 | 1.19 |
| Cinema Ticket (1 person) | 6.82 | 4.28 |
This comparison offers valuable insights into the cost of living in Kenya and South Sudan, helping individuals make informed decisions based on their needs and circumstances.
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