Mombasa

🇰🇪Kenya•East Africa

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living38

Safety49

Healthcare52

Career Opportunities53

Climate80

Transport52

Air Quality65

Family Friendliness49.33

Education45

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 Mombasa a good place to live?

Mombasa scores 56/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 38/100), has some safety concerns (safety: 49/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 52/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Mombasa?

Mombasa has a cost of living score of 38/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Mombasa?

Mombasa has a transport score of 52/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Mombasa?

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

▸Is Mombasa safe for expats?

Mombasa has a safety score of 49/100. The city has some safety concerns and has an air quality score of 65/100.

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