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The US Dollar (USD) is the world's primary reserve currency and the most traded currency globally. It's issued by the Federal Reserve and used widely for international trade, remittances and digital finance.
PEXX · USD/KES
US Dollar to Kenyan Shilling exchange rate today
Convert USD to KES at the live mid-market rate — then send with low, transparent fees.
Live mid-market rate
1 USD = 129.92 KES
Updated Oct 29, 2026, 8:05 AM UTC
USD$
They get
KESKSh
129,920.00
1 USD = 129.9200 KES
Live mid-market rate · Updated Oct 29, 2026, 8:05 AM UTC
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- Mid-market rate
- 1 USD = 129.92 KES
- Reverse rate
- 1 KES = 0.007697 USD
- Transfer speed
- Minutes
- Last updated
- Oct 29, 2026, 8:05 AM UTC
About the USD to KES mid-market rate
Check today's US Dollar to Kenyan Shilling exchange rate and convert any amount at the live mid-market rate. See how much your USD is worth in KES and move money faster and cheaper with PEXX.
The mid-market rate is the midpoint between the global buy and sell prices for a currency pair. It's the fairest, most transparent rate — the same one you'll see on Google or Reuters — with no hidden mark-up. Banks and many providers quote a weaker rate and keep the difference. PEXX passes on the mid-market rate with a low, clearly disclosed spread.
- No hidden exchange-rate mark-up
- The same rate shown here, refreshed hourly
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USD to KES exchange rate over time
See how the US Dollar to Kenyan Shilling mid-market rate has moved — from the last 48 hours to the past five years. It's the same real rate we convert at, with no hidden mark-up.
Live mid-market rate
1 USD = 129.92 KES
up 0.17%
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Sep 28Oct 29
- Low
- 128.28
- Average
- 129.6947
- High
- 130.02
We use the real, mid-market rate with no sneaky mark-up. Learn more
USD to KES conversion tables
Quick reference for converting common US Dollar amounts to Kenyan Shilling and back, at today's mid-market rate.
USDKES| US Dollar (USD) | Kenyan Shilling (KES) |
|---|---|
| $1.00 USD | KSh129.92 KES |
| $5.00 USD | KSh649.60 KES |
| $10.00 USD | KSh1,299.20 KES |
| $25.00 USD | KSh3,248.00 KES |
| $50.00 USD | KSh6,496.00 KES |
| $100.00 USD | KSh12,992.00 KES |
| $250.00 USD | KSh32,480.00 KES |
| $500.00 USD | KSh64,960.00 KES |
| $1,000.00 USD | KSh129,920.00 KES |
| $5,000.00 USD | KSh649,600.00 KES |
| $10,000.00 USD | KSh1,299,200.00 KES |
KESUSD| Kenyan Shilling (KES) | US Dollar (USD) |
|---|---|
| KSh1.00 KES | $0.01 USD |
| KSh5.00 KES | $0.04 USD |
| KSh10.00 KES | $0.08 USD |
| KSh25.00 KES | $0.19 USD |
| KSh50.00 KES | $0.38 USD |
| KSh100.00 KES | $0.77 USD |
| KSh250.00 KES | $1.92 USD |
| KSh500.00 KES | $3.85 USD |
| KSh1,000.00 KES | $7.70 USD |
| KSh5,000.00 KES | $38.49 USD |
| KSh10,000.00 KES | $76.97 USD |
Popular USD to KES amounts
See what common US Dollar amounts are worth in Kenyan Shilling at today's live mid-market rate. Tap any amount to load it into the converter above.
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Why convert USD to KES with PEXX
Real mid-market rate
We use the same mid-market rate you see here, with a low and transparent spread — no rate mark-ups buried in the fee.
Fast settlement
Most transfers arrive within minutes to a few hours, so recipients aren't left waiting days for funds to clear.
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PEXX vs banks and money transfer services
- PEXX
- Exchange rate
- Mid-market
- Fees
- Low, transparent
- Transfer speed
- Minutes
- Traditional bank
- Exchange rate
- Marked up 3–5%
- Fees
- $15–50 wire fee
- Transfer speed
- 2–5 business days
- Money transfer service
- Exchange rate
- Marked up 1–3%
- Fees
- Variable
- Transfer speed
- Hours to days
Comparison is indicative and for illustration only. Actual rates, fees and speeds vary by provider, corridor, amount and payment method.
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About USD and KES
Kenyan Shilling
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The Kenyan Shilling (KES) is the official currency of Kenya. Convert live mid-market rates on this page and send with PEXX.
USD to KES — frequently asked questions
What is the USD to KES exchange rate today?
The USD to KES rate shown on this page is the live mid-market rate — the midpoint between the global buy and sell price for US Dollar against Kenyan Shilling. It refreshes throughout the day, and the "updated" time above shows when it was last synced.
How do I convert USD to KES?
Enter the amount of US Dollar you want to convert in the calculator above and we'll instantly show the equivalent in Kenyan Shilling at the mid-market rate. To actually move money, create a PEXX account and send KES directly to a bank account.
Is the mid-market USD to KES rate what I'll pay?
The mid-market rate is the fairest reference rate, but most banks and money-transfer services add a margin on top. PEXX keeps its spread transparent and low, so what you convert is close to the real rate you see here.
How long does a USD to KES transfer take with PEXX?
Most PEXX payouts settle within minutes to a few hours, depending on the destination and banking hours — far faster than the multi-day timelines typical of traditional bank wires.
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