Nairobi Water Tariffs for Different Consumer Categories in 2026

by | Last updated Jan 17, 2026

Nairobi Water tariffs and other charges

The  Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company (NCWSC) is responsible for providing and managing water and sewerage services in Nairobi County. Understanding your Nairobi Water bill can feel like navigating a maze. This blog post aims to be your guide, shedding light on the current tariff structure (as of February 2024) and equipping you with the knowledge to calculate your bill accurately.

Take note that, the Nairobi Water updated their tariffs in July 2023. You can always refer to the official NCWSC website: https://www.nairobiwater.co.ke/water-tariffs, for the most recent information.

Gone are the days of a flat rate for all! Current tariffs have different charges for various categories, including domestic, industrial, and commercial consumers.

 

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Nairobi Water Tariffs for Different Categories of Consumers

Domestic, Residential Customers

Consumption Block Approved Tariff  per Cubic Metre (Ksh)
1 to 6 45
7 to 20 67
21 to 50 70
51 to 100 76
101 to 300 78
Above 300 80

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Commercial/ Industrial Consumers and Government Institutions

Consumption Block Approved Tariff  per Cubic Metre (Ksh)
1 to 50 67
51 to 100 76
101 to 300 78
Above 300 80

Schools, Universities and Colleges Water Consumption Tariffs

Consumption Block Tariff  per Cubic Metre (Ksh)
1 to 600 50
601 to 1200 55
Over 1200 60

Other types of water consumers within Nairobi County are charged as follows:

Type of Consumer Tariff  per Cubic Metre (Ksh)
Water Kiosks 22
Multi-dwelling Units (MDU)/ Gated Communities 67
Bulk water supply to other public utilities 32

See also: Nairobi Water Regions, Offices Locations and Contacts

Water Deposits Rates

Category of Consumer Rates (Ksh)
Domestic 2,500
Water Kiosks 5,000
Schools less than 200 m3 10,000
Light industries less than 200 m3 30,000
Retail shops less than 10 m3 3,000
Bar, restaurants less than 15 m3 4,000

For more information, please visit NCWSC website: https://www.nairobiwater.co.ke/water-tariffs.

Disclaimer: These rates can change at any time at the discretion of the Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company. We are not liable for any discrepancies that may occur, but we will do our best to adjust the changes as they occur. Check NCWSC website for the latest charges.

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