Kisumu

🇰🇪Kenya•East Africa

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living33

Safety50

Healthcare50

Career Opportunities51

Climate78

Transport49

Air Quality67

Family Friendliness50.33

Education44

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Kisumu a good place to live?

Kisumu scores 54/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 33/100), moderately safe (safety: 50/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 50/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Kisumu?

Kisumu has a cost of living score of 33/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Kisumu?

Kisumu has a transport score of 49/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Kisumu?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Kisumu are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Kisumu safe for expats?

Kisumu has a safety score of 50/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 67/100.

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