US dollar to Kenyan shilling (USD to KES)
1 US dollar = 129.99 Kenyan shillings on 19 Oct 2026 (daily reference rate). Over the past month it has moved +0.22% and over the past year +0.83%.
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Rate used: 1 USD = 129.99 KES, daily reference rate for 19 Oct 2026. This is a mid-market rate, not a quote from a bank or exchange.
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US dollar to Kenyan shilling conversion table
| USD | KES |
|---|---|
| 1 USD | 129.99 KES |
| 5 USD | 649.97 KES |
| 10 USD | 1,299.94 KES |
| 25 USD | 3,249.86 KES |
| 50 USD | 6,499.72 KES |
| 100 USD | 12,999.45 KES |
| 500 USD | 64,997.23 KES |
| 1,000 USD | 129,994.46 KES |
| 5,000 USD | 649,972.28 KES |
| 10,000 USD | 1,299,945 KES |
| KES | USD |
|---|---|
| 100 KES | 0.769 USD |
| 500 KES | 3.85 USD |
| 1,000 KES | 7.69 USD |
| 5,000 KES | 38.46 USD |
| 10,000 KES | 76.93 USD |
| 50,000 KES | 384.63 USD |
| 100,000 KES | 769.26 USD |
| 500,000 KES | 3,846.32 USD |
| 1,000,000 KES | 7,692.64 USD |
| 5,000,000 KES | 38,463.18 USD |
How the rate has moved
| Period | Change in 1 USD |
|---|---|
| 1 day | +0.13% |
| 1 week | +0.19% |
| 1 month | +0.22% |
| 3 months | +0.58% |
| 1 year | +0.83% |
| Since 2000 | +77.79% |
| 30-day average | 129.60 KES |
About the USD/KES rate
This page converts US dollars (USD) into Kenyan shillings (KES). The US dollar is the currency of the United States and is issued by the Federal Reserve. The Kenyan shilling is the currency of Kenya and is issued by the Central Bank of Kenya.
The rate is the daily mid-market reference rate for 19 Oct 2026, compiled from open public exchange-rate data (history before March 2024 comes from the forex feed behind our forex pages, scaled to join smoothly). It is refreshed once a day, so it is a reference level, not a live quote. Over the last 12 months 1 USD bought between 128.18 (26 Jan 2026) and 130.15 (2 Apr 2026) Kenyan shillings, and the 30-day average is 129.60. Since 2000, when our history for this pair starts, 1 USD has moved from 73.1183 to 129.99 KES, a change of +77.79%.
When you exchange money, the rate you get depends on who you use. Banks, exchange companies, card networks and transfer services add a margin to the market rate. Treat this page as the reference and ask your provider for its quote before you send or convert money.
Interest rates behind the currencies
| Central bank | Policy rate | Last change |
|---|---|---|
| US Federal Reserve System (USD) | 3.88% | 17 Sep 2026 |
A wider gap between two countries' policy rates tends to favour the higher-yielding currency, though inflation, trade and capital flows matter too. All rates: central bank interest rates. Country pages: the United States
Frequently asked questions
What is the USD to KES rate today?
On 19 Oct 2026 (the latest daily reference rate), 1 US dollar = 129.99 Kenyan shillings. That is +0.13% against the previous close.
How much is 100 US dollars in Kenyan shillings?
At the latest rate, 100 USD = 12,999.45 KES.
How much is 1 Kenyan shilling in US dollars?
At the latest rate, 1 KES = 0.007693 USD.
Is this the rate my bank or exchange will give me?
No. This is a mid-market reference rate for the day. Banks, exchange companies, card networks and transfer services quote their own buy and sell rates, which include a margin, so the rate you get can be a little worse than the one shown here.
How often is the rate updated?
Once a day. It is a daily reference rate, not a live quote, and the chart shows weekdays only.
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Educational information, not financial advice. Exchange rates are daily mid-market reference rates and may differ from the rates offered by banks and exchange companies.