Product Lead Salary in Kakamega, Kenya

Mid‑level product leads in Kakamega earn salaries comparable to other local roles. Compensation includes base salary, bonuses, and benefits. Transport allowances are provided.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

KSh675,000 to KSh975,000

Average (per year)

KSh825,000

New graduates join county government or local agri‑tech firms at these salary levels.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

KSh1,000,000 to KSh1,375,000

Average (per year)

KSh1,187,500

Mid-level product leads are employed in health tech, education platforms, and county digital initiatives.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

KSh1,400,000 to KSh1,875,000

Average (per year)

KSh1,637,500

Senior staff coordinate regional projects for NGOs or government.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

KSh1,900,000+

Principal product leads work in county‑wide digital transformation or with international donors.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

KSh400 - KSh625

per hour

Mid-level

KSh750 - KSh1025

per hour

Senior

KSh1100 - KSh1500

per hour

Kakamega salaries are lower than the national average. Wages in the city are lower.