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Payroll Software in Kenya for Accurate & Automated Salary Processing

Simplify payroll management with software built for Kenyan businesses. Automatically calculate PAYE, SHIF, NSSF, and generate payslips in minutes.

Whether you're managing a small team or a growing company, our payroll system helps you eliminate manual errors, stay compliant with tax regulations, and save hours every month.

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Everything You Need to Run Payroll Efficiently

Our payroll software is designed specifically for Kenyan businesses, combining automation, compliance, and ease of use in one powerful platform.

Automated Calculations

Instantly calculate PAYE, SHIF, NSSF, and other deductions without manual work or spreadsheets.

Compliance Made Easy

Stay aligned with Kenyan tax laws and statutory requirements with automatic updates.

Save Time & Effort

Process payroll in minutes instead of hours, freeing up time to focus on your business.

Powerful Payroll Features Built for Kenya

Manage your entire payroll process from one dashboard — from employee records to payslip generation and statutory compliance.

Employee Management

Add, manage, and organize employee records with ease, including salaries and allowances.

Payslip Generation

Automatically generate professional payslips with detailed breakdowns of earnings and deductions.

Tax & Deduction Calculations

Accurately compute PAYE, SHIF, NSSF, and housing levy using current Kenyan rates.

Bulk Payroll Processing

Process salaries for all employees at once, reducing repetitive manual work.

Reports & Insights

Access payroll summaries and reports to make informed financial decisions.

Secure & Reliable

Keep employee and salary data safe with a secure, cloud-based system.

Free Payslip Calculator for Kenya (PAYE, SHIF, NSSF)

Instantly calculate your net salary in Kenya using our accurate and up-to-date payslip calculator. Whether you're an employee checking your take-home pay or an employer verifying payroll figures, this tool helps you break down every deduction clearly.

Our calculator automatically computes PAYE (income tax), SHIF contributions, NSSF deductions, and housing levy based on current Kenyan regulations — so you don’t have to do manual calculations or worry about compliance errors.

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Accurate Calculations

Always updated with the latest Kenya tax rules and statutory deductions.

Instant Results

Get a full salary breakdown in seconds — no spreadsheets needed.

No Signup Needed

Completely free and accessible anytime for individuals and businesses.

Ready to Move Beyond Manual Calculations?

While our free calculator is perfect for quick salary estimates, managing payroll manually becomes time-consuming and error-prone as your team grows.

Our payroll software takes things further by automating payslips, tracking employees, handling statutory deductions, and ensuring full compliance with Kenyan payroll regulations — all in one place.

Manual Calculator

  • • One employee at a time
  • • No record keeping
  • • No payslip generation

Payroll Software

  • • Manage all employees in one system
  • • Generate payslips automatically
  • • Stay compliant effortlessly
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How Payroll is Calculated in Kenya

Understanding how payroll works in Kenya is essential for both employers and employees. A proper payroll process ensures accurate salary payments, compliance with tax laws, and transparency in deductions.

1. Gross Salary

This includes the employee’s basic salary plus any allowances such as housing, transport, or bonuses.

2. Statutory Deductions

Mandatory deductions include PAYE (income tax), SHIF contributions, NSSF, and the housing levy.

3. Net Salary

The final take-home pay after all deductions have been applied.

4. Payslip Generation

A detailed payslip is generated showing earnings, deductions, and net pay for transparency.

Example Payroll Calculation in Kenya (KES 50,000 Salary)

Here’s a real example of how payroll is calculated using current Kenyan statutory deductions. This shows how a gross salary is broken down into taxes, deductions, and final take-home pay.

Want a step-by-step explanation? Read our detailed payslip guide .

Gross Salary

KES 50,000.00

Statutory Deductions

  • NSSF KES 3,000.00
  • SHIF KES 1,375.00
  • Housing Levy KES 750.00

Tax Breakdown

  • Taxable Pay KES 44,875.00
  • PAYE Before Relief KES 8,245.85
  • Personal Relief KES 2,400.00
  • Final PAYE KES 5,845.85

Total Deductions

KES 10,970.85

Net Salary (Take-Home Pay)

KES 39,029.15

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*Figures are based on current Kenyan tax rates and statutory deductions and may vary slightly.

Simple, Scalable Pricing

Only pay for the employees you have.

KES 500/month

For up to 10 employees

+ KES 50/month for each additional employee

Estimated Cost: KES 500 / month

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  • ✔ Cancel anytime
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Example: 15 employees = KES 750/month

Frequently Asked Questions About Payroll in Kenya

How is PAYE calculated in Kenya?

PAYE (Pay As You Earn) is calculated based on taxable income using progressive tax bands set by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). After calculating the tax amount, a personal relief of KES 2,400 is deducted to arrive at the final PAYE payable.

To simplify this process, you can use our payslip calculator to get accurate results instantly.

What deductions are taken from salary in Kenya?

The main statutory deductions in Kenya include PAYE (income tax), NSSF contributions, SHIF (health insurance), and the housing levy. These are deducted from gross salary before arriving at the net salary.

How do I calculate my net salary in Kenya?

To calculate your net salary, start with your gross salary, subtract statutory deductions such as PAYE, NSSF, SHIF, and housing levy, and the remaining amount is your take-home pay.

Instead of calculating manually, use our free salary calculator to get instant results.

What is the difference between gross salary and net salary?

Gross salary is the total amount earned before deductions, including allowances. Net salary is the amount you receive after all deductions such as taxes and statutory contributions have been applied.

What is NSSF and how is it calculated?

NSSF (National Social Security Fund) is a mandatory retirement contribution. It is calculated based on set contribution tiers and deducted directly from your salary each month.

What is SHIF and how does it affect my salary?

SHIF (Social Health Insurance Fund) is a mandatory health contribution in Kenya. It is calculated as a percentage of your salary and deducted before determining your net pay.

How do businesses manage payroll in Kenya?

Businesses typically use payroll software to automate salary calculations, generate payslips, and ensure compliance with Kenyan tax laws. This reduces errors and saves time compared to manual payroll processing.

Our payroll software helps businesses manage all employees, automate deductions, and generate reports in one place.

Is payroll software necessary for small businesses in Kenya?

While small businesses can calculate payroll manually, it becomes inefficient and error-prone as the team grows. Payroll software simplifies the process, improves accuracy, and ensures compliance even for businesses with just a few employees.

Can I generate payslips automatically?

Yes. Payroll software allows you to generate payslips automatically for all employees, including detailed breakdowns of earnings and deductions.

How much does payroll software cost in Kenya?

Payroll software pricing typically depends on the number of employees. Our pricing starts at KES 500 for businesses with up to 10 employees, with an additional cost per employee as your team grows.

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