Expert Info
on 30 Jul 2012
I have received an offer for a Real Estate & Building Operations role in Nairobi, though the position covers locations across Africa.
My offer does not include any expat deals so - Furnished Accomodation, Car, Schools ... will have to be covered from my salary.
I am lookin to understand typical monthly costs so I can gauge the cost of living in Nairobi, such as ....
1.Schools
2.Rent - 4/5 bedroom house, with pool (areas to live).
3.Groceries
4.Utilities (Electricity, water, internet, phone)
5.Transportation - cost of cars, fuel, insurance
6.Tax rates - local / employment
7.Other costs
Personal background:
-Salary being offered 13,000,000 KES
-Family of 4, ages 4,5,11 & 12, children are currently attending grammar school level of education in the UK (not a private school)and would like that to continue.
-looking for a 4/5 bedroom house, with pool.
-Car, standard family car to accommodate 6 (3 years old).
I appreciate that all tastes differ and it will be hard to gauge exact costs from the information I have provided - though I would appreciate feedback on whether this salary would be sufficent to support a family of 6 and at the same time providing a good standard of living.
Many thanks in advance
Paul
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Your cost of living will always depend on your lifestyle and where you are moving from (so what cost of living you are used to). Take a look at this Cost of Living in Nairobi article - at the bottom is a price list you can use to add up how much (roughly) you will need for groceries to live as you do now. Also, have a look at Accommodation in Nairobi for more information on what you can expect in this regard.
Good luck with your move!