Housing Levy Calculator
As an employee, your employer will deduct this tax and remit it to KRA on your behalf through KRA Online Portal. Housing Levy is a mandatory statutory deduction in Kenya introduced to support the Affordable Housing Programme. It is charged as a fixed percentage of an employee's gross income, with a matching employer contribution, making it a shared responsibility between employer and employee. The levy is deducted monthly and remitted to the government to fund the development of affordable housing units and related social infrastructure. Contributors may benefit through access to affordable home ownership or rental options, and in some cases, refunds or credits if they do not ultimately receive a housing allocation.
| Employee Contribution | Employer Contribution |
|---|---|
| 1.5% Of Gross Pay | 1.5% Of Gross Pay |
Attention: Important Updates
- Effective July 2023, 1.5% of gross salary is deducted from employees and another 1.5% from employers as a contribution toward the housing levy, following enforcement of the Finance Act 2023.