Busia, Kenya
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)

$755

Retiree Score

88.0

Safety Index

44.0

Healthcare

22 facilities

With a population of just 30,777, Busia is a sleepy border town that offers little to attract expats or adventurous retirees. The town sits at a lofty 4,026 feet, but the bureaucracy and corruption are a persistent headache. While a new one-stop border crossing has streamlined trade between Kenya and Uganda, large-scale sugar smuggling remains a problem. This town is best suited for Kenyans seeking a quiet life close to family.

Can I afford Busia?

Total Monthly Household Income (After Tax):

Lifestyle: comfortable

You could save

$2230 / month

Savings Rate74%

Rent (Bahamas Average Adjusted)$259

Living Costs $511

Safety

Healthcare

100

Walkability

Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L)—

Bread (loaf)—

Eggs (12)—

Rice (1kg)—

Chicken (1kg)—

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive)—

Meal (Mid-range)—

Cappuccino—

Water (0.33L)—

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo)—

Mobile Plan (mo)—

Gym (mo)—

Cinema Ticket—

Housing

1BR Center (mo)—

1BR Outside (mo)—

3BR Center (mo)—

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Expat Life

English Proficiency

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Expat Community

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Top Neighborhoods

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Elevation

1227m

Nearest Airport

KIS (92km)

Local Economy

Avg Monthly Salary

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Mortgage Interest Rate

N/A

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet

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Temperature

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Annual Rainfall

1760 mm

Coworking Spaces

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Best Months to Visit

May, Jun, Jul, Aug