Mason (fundi) rates in Nairobi (2026)
Construction · updated October 2026
KES 500–1,500
per day · Guide
Compared with other counties
| County | Typical range | |
|---|---|---|
| Nairobi | KES 500–1,500 | |
| Mombasa | KES 500–1,450 | -5% vs Nairobi |
| Kiambu | KES 450–1,400 | -7% vs Nairobi |
| Nakuru | KES 450–1,300 | -12% vs Nairobi |
| Kisumu | KES 450–1,300 | -13% vs Nairobi |
| Machakos | KES 450–1,300 | -12% vs Nairobi |
| Uasin Gishu | KES 450–1,300 | -15% vs Nairobi |
Other services in Nairobi
Electrician
KES 1,950–7,800 per day
Graphic Designer
KES 950–3,900 per day
Gardener
KES 500–1,450 per day
Plumber
KES 800–3,200 per day
Painter
KES 1,500–6,000 per day
Carpenter
KES 500–2,500 per Item
Tiler
KES 1,800–3,000 per day
Welder / Fabricator
KES 800–3,200 per day
Casual Labourer
KES 500–2,000 per day
Solar installer
KES 2,500–4,000 per day
Civil / Site Engineer
KES 4,000–16,000 per day
Quantity surveyor
KES 2,000–8,000 per day
Interior Designer
KES 1,500–6,000 per day
Web Developer (Basic)
KES 15,000–120,000 per product
Photographer
KES 1,000–12,000 per Session
Mechanic (General - Basic)
KES 500–2,000 per day
Driver
KES 800–2,500 per day
House Cleaner
KES 500–1,500 per day
Private Tutor
KES 300–2,500 per Session
House help / nanny
KES 6,000–30,000 per month
Security Guard
KES 12,000–40,000 per month
Questions
How much does a mason (fundi) charge in Nairobi?
A typical mason (fundi) in Nairobi charges KES 500 to KES 1,500 per day. The exact price depends on the size of the job, materials, experience and how urgent it is.
Is it cheaper than Nairobi?
This is the Nairobi rate, the baseline other counties are compared with.
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.