Research Assistant Salary in Kenya 2026 — Real Data + Comparison
What Research Assistants earn in Kenya — honest annual ranges in KES and USD across entry, mid, and senior levels. Same data, around the globe, for every role and every country we cover.
Updated 2026 · Demand: High ↑ · 5-yr trend: +6%· Based on government & industry data
Annual salary range
Low
KSh 325,000
≈ $2,500 USD
Mid
KSh 650,000
≈ $5,000 USD
High
KSh 1,170,000
≈ $9,000 USD
| Level | Low | Mid | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry Level | KSh 253,500 | KSh 507,000 | KSh 912,600 |
| Mid Level | KSh 325,000 | KSh 650,000 | KSh 1,170,000 |
| Senior | KSh 438,750 | KSh 877,500 | KSh 1,579,500 |
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