House help / nanny rates in Machakos (2026)
Services · updated October 2026
KES 5,300–26,500
per month · Guide · 12% below Nairobi
Compared with other counties
| County | Typical range | |
|---|---|---|
| Machakos | KES 5,300–26,500 | -12% vs Nairobi |
| Nairobi | KES 6,000–30,000 | |
| Mombasa | KES 5,700–28,500 | -5% vs Nairobi |
| Kiambu | KES 5,600–28,000 | -7% vs Nairobi |
| Nakuru | KES 5,300–26,500 | -12% vs Nairobi |
| Kisumu | KES 5,200–26,000 | -13% vs Nairobi |
| Uasin Gishu | KES 5,100–25,500 | -15% vs Nairobi |
Other services in Machakos
Electrician
KES 1,700–6,900 per day
Graphic Designer
KES 850–3,400 per day
Gardener
KES 400–1,250 per day
Mason (fundi)
KES 450–1,300 per day
Plumber
KES 700–2,800 per day
Painter
KES 1,300–5,300 per day
Carpenter
KES 450–2,200 per Item
Tiler
KES 1,600–2,650 per day
Welder / Fabricator
KES 700–2,800 per day
Casual Labourer
KES 450–1,750 per day
Solar installer
KES 2,200–3,500 per day
Civil / Site Engineer
KES 3,500–14,100 per day
Quantity surveyor
KES 1,750–7,000 per day
Interior Designer
KES 1,300–5,300 per day
Web Developer (Basic)
KES 13,200–105,500 per product
Photographer
KES 900–10,600 per Session
Mechanic (General - Basic)
KES 450–1,750 per day
Driver
KES 700–2,200 per day
House Cleaner
KES 450–1,300 per day
Private Tutor
KES 250–2,200 per Session
Security Guard
KES 10,600–35,000 per month
Questions
How much does a house help / nanny charge in Machakos?
A typical house help / nanny in Machakos charges KES 5,300 to KES 26,500 per month. The exact price depends on the size of the job, materials, experience and how urgent it is.
Is it cheaper than Nairobi?
Yes, about 12% 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.