Driver rates in Lamu (2026)
Services · updated October 2026
KES 700–2,150
per day · Guide · 15% below Nairobi
Compared with other counties
| County | Typical range | |
|---|---|---|
| Lamu | KES 700–2,150 | -15% vs Nairobi |
| Nairobi | KES 800–2,500 | |
| Mombasa | KES 750–2,400 | -5% vs Nairobi |
| Kiambu | KES 750–2,350 | -7% vs Nairobi |
| Nakuru | KES 700–2,200 | -12% vs Nairobi |
| Kisumu | KES 700–2,200 | -13% vs Nairobi |
| Machakos | KES 700–2,200 | -12% vs Nairobi |
Other services in Lamu
Electrician
KES 1,650–6,700 per day
Graphic Designer
KES 850–3,300 per day
Gardener
KES 400–1,200 per day
Mason (fundi)
KES 450–1,300 per day
Plumber
KES 700–2,700 per day
Painter
KES 1,300–5,100 per day
Carpenter
KES 450–2,150 per Item
Tiler
KES 1,550–2,550 per day
Welder / Fabricator
KES 700–2,700 per day
Casual Labourer
KES 450–1,700 per day
Solar installer
KES 2,150–3,400 per day
Civil / Site Engineer
KES 3,400–13,600 per day
Quantity surveyor
KES 1,700–6,800 per day
Interior Designer
KES 1,300–5,100 per day
Web Developer (Basic)
KES 12,800–102,000 per product
Photographer
KES 850–10,200 per Session
Mechanic (General - Basic)
KES 450–1,700 per day
House Cleaner
KES 450–1,300 per day
Private Tutor
KES 250–2,150 per Session
House help / nanny
KES 5,100–25,500 per month
Security Guard
KES 10,200–34,000 per month
Questions
How much does a driver charge in Lamu?
A typical driver in Lamu charges KES 700 to KES 2,150 per day. The exact price depends on the size of the job, materials, experience and how urgent it is.
Is it cheaper than Nairobi?
Yes, about 15% below Nairobi on average.
How do I hire safely?
Post the job on Bildfie to get quotes from verified professionals, agree the price in the chat, and pay into escrow. The money is released only when the work is done.
Guide ranges are adjusted for each county's cost of living and refined with real prices quoted on Bildfie as they come in. They are a starting point, not a quote: the actual price depends on the job.