Egypt vs Egypt · 182 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Cairo | Alexandria | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.90 | $3.84 | Alexandria |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $15.60 | $15.36 | Alexandria |
| Cappuccino | $1.17 | $1.15 | Alexandria |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $88.40 | $87.04 | Alexandria |
| Monthly public transport pass | $14.30 | $14.08 | Alexandria |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $37.70 | $37.12 | Alexandria |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $10.92 | $10.75 | Alexandria |
| Fitness club membership | $10.92 | $10.75 | Alexandria |
| Cinema ticket | $2.86 | $2.82 | Alexandria |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $160 | $157 | Alexandria |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $111 | $109 | Alexandria |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $333 | $327 | Alexandria |
| Total single-person budget | $371 | $365 | Alexandria |
| Average net salary | $325 | $320 |
Alexandria is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Cairo runs about $371 versus $365 in Alexandria — a difference of roughly 2%.
Salary-adjusted, Alexandria 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 Cairo · Full cost of living in Alexandria