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Aswān vs Cairo

Egypt vs Egypt · 682 km apart

Aswān

Egypt

£12,565 ($259)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Cairo

Egypt

£17,996 ($371)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Aswān	Cairo	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$2.79	$3.90	Aswān
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$11.16	$15.60	Aswān
Cappuccino	$0.84	$1.17	Aswān
Monthly groceries (single person)	$63.24	$88.40	Aswān
Monthly public transport pass	$10.23	$14.30	Aswān
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$26.97	$37.70	Aswān
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$7.81	$10.92	Aswān
Fitness club membership	$7.81	$10.92	Aswān
Cinema ticket	$2.05	$2.86	Aswān
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$105	$160	Aswān
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$73.06	$111	Aswān
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$219	$333	Aswān
Total single-person budget	$259	$371	Aswān
Average net salary	$233	$325

Verdict

Aswān is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Aswān runs about $259 versus $371 in Cairo — a difference of roughly 43%.

Salary-adjusted, Aswān leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Aswān · Full cost of living in Cairo

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aswān cheaper than Cairo?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $259 per month in Aswān versus $371 in Cairo — about 43% less.

How far is Aswān from Cairo?

The straight-line distance between Aswān and Cairo is approximately 682 km (424 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Aswān or Cairo?

The estimated average net salary is $233 in Aswān and $325 in Cairo. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Aswān versus $0 in Cairo per month.