Counties with the highest working population: Top 10 as of 2022

As of 2022, the total working population stood at nearly 20 million individuals, with 10,483,645 males and 9,515,741 females.

This distribution indicates that male participation in the workforce is slightly higher across the country.

Nairobi City has the highest working population, at 2,191,913, reflecting its role as the country’s economic hub.

This is followed by Kiambu, with 1,285,151, and Nakuru, with 947,626, both of which are also major urban and economic centres.

These counties demonstrate higher employment figures due to their urbanisation and economic prominence.