Fashion Designer salary in Kenya

Average Yearly Salary of Fashion Designer in Kenya is approximately 1,249,673 KES (7,926 USD). Data is for 2025 and indicates a pre-tax value. The salary itself depends on multiple factors such as seniority, job performance, certifications, experience or any other bonuses. The value indicated is an average amount based on records we have in database. Real values may vary. The data is for orientational purposes.

What does Fashion Designer do?

A fashion designer is a creative professional who conceptualizes and creates clothing, accessories, and footwear. They are responsible for creating designs that are aesthetically pleasing, functional, and in line with current fashion trends. Fashion designers work on every stage of the design process, from sketching initial ideas to selecting fabrics, colors, and patterns, and overseeing the production of the final product. Their occupation involves staying up-to-date with the latest fashion trends, conducting market research, and forecasting future trends. They collaborate with manufacturers, pattern makers, and other professionals to ensure that their designs are translated into high-quality products. Fashion designers may specialize in specific areas such as women's wear, men's wear, children's wear, or haute couture.

Skills: Fashion, Design, Creativity, Trend forecasting, Clothing, Accessories
Job industry: Fashion and apparel

How much does Fashion Designer make?

Difference in salary year over year or average salary increase is approximately 3 %


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Salary comparison to National average

Is Fashion Designer a well paid job?

Yes, our data shows that Fashion Designer is a well paid job. With years and experience the salary might increase even further, resulting in higher satisfaction.

What is considered a high salary for Fashion Designer?

High salary for Fashion Designer would be somewhere between 1,374,640 KES and 1,812,026 KES. However this is an estimation based on Gaussian Distribution.

How much can you save working as Fashion Designer in Kenya?

Living in Kenya the approximate monthly expenses are: 240 USD. This amount covers basic needs such as food, housing, clothing, healthcare and education costs for a single person. No luxury expenses such as traveling, leisure, hobbies are included in the estimation.

Estimated Yearly Salary: 1,249,673 KES
Estimated Monthly Salary: 104,139 KES
Estimated Weekly Salary: 24,032 KES per week
Estimated Hourly Salary: 601 KES per hour
By working as Fashion Designer a person can save up to 421 USD per month or 5,046 USD yearly. Values are pre-tax.

NOTE: These values are estimates and are averaged for the whole country. Furthermore the value is likely exaggerated as no other expenses are taken into account in the projection. Unessential expenses are very subjective and are difficult to assess. Most likely the previously estimated number is significantly lower for majority of people. Expenses in different cities across the country may vary. Above values accuracy is low and is based on limited set of data obtained.

For more information regarding expenses in Kenya, see costs of living in Kenya.

Salary comparison to region and neighbouring coutries

Country's neighbours are: Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda..
To make it easier for comparison a conversion from local currency to USD has been made (conversion rates may vary).

Estimated Yearly Salary for Fashion Designer

Last revision of data: 2025-01-04

Salary increase per years of experience

Based on data available the salary increase per years of experience is as following

0 years (beginner) equals base salary

1 to 5 years of experience yields +12% salary increase

6 to 10 years of experience yields +25% salary increase

11 to 15 years of experience yields +16% salary increase

16 to 25 years of experience yields +9% salary increase

more than 25 years of experience yields +10% salary increase

NOTE: Details based on limited set of data. Percentages may vary. The salary increase over years of experience can vary widely based on factors such as job industry, job role, location, company size, and individual performance. To gain even larger increase in salary one is advised to switch jobs and / or employer.

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