NHIF Rates have not changed and in 2022 they are the same as 2021 rates. The highest amount of money paid is Ksh 1,700 and it’s for individuals earning Ksh 100,000 and above per month. Those earning Ksh5,999 pay Ksh 150 while self-employed individuals pay Ksh 500 each.
NHIF is particularly important for elderly, those with chronic diseases and pregnant mothers. It’s also useful for accident victims.
The new rates as of 2022 are as follows:
| Salary | Contribution |
| KSh 5,999 | KSh 150 |
| KSh 6,000 – 7,999 | KSh 300 |
| KSh 8,000 – 11,999 | KSh 400 |
| KSh 12,000 – 14,999 | KSh 500 |
| KSh 15,000 – 19,999 | KSh 600 |
| KSh 20,000 – 24,999 | KSh 750 |
| KSh 25,000 – 29,999 | KSh 850 |
| KSh 30,000 – 34,999 | KSh 900 |
| KSh 35,000 – 39,999 | KSh 950 |
| KSh 40,000 – 44,999 | KSh 1,000 |
| KSh 45,000 – 49,999 | KSh 1,100 |
| KSh 50,000 – 59,999 | KSh 1,200 |
| KSh 60,000 – 69,999 | KSh 1,300 |
| KSh 70,000 – 79,999 | KSh 1,400 |
| KSh 80,000 – 89,999 | KSh 1,500 |
| KSh 90,000 – 99,999 | KSh 1,600 |
| KSh 100,000 & Above | KSh 1,700 |
| Self-Employed | KSh 500 |
It’s important to pay NHIF every month because you never know when you get sick.If you have a parent, make sure you enroll them for NHIF because it will help them one day.
