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Port Said vs Cairo

Egypt vs Egypt · 170 km apart

Port Said

Egypt

£14,455 ($298)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Cairo

Egypt

£17,996 ($371)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Port Said	Cairo	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$3.18	$3.90	Port Said
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$12.72	$15.60	Port Said
Cappuccino	$0.95	$1.17	Port Said
Monthly groceries (single person)	$72.08	$88.40	Port Said
Monthly public transport pass	$11.66	$14.30	Port Said
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$30.74	$37.70	Port Said
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$8.90	$10.92	Port Said
Fitness club membership	$8.90	$10.92	Port Said
Cinema ticket	$2.33	$2.86	Port Said
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$124	$160	Port Said
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$86.04	$111	Port Said
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$258	$333	Port Said
Total single-person budget	$298	$371	Port Said
Average net salary	$265	$325

Verdict

Port Said is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Port Said runs about $298 versus $371 in Cairo — a difference of roughly 24%.

Salary-adjusted, Port Said 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 Port Said · Full cost of living in Cairo

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Port Said cheaper than Cairo?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $298 per month in Port Said versus $371 in Cairo — about 24% less.

How far is Port Said from Cairo?

The straight-line distance between Port Said and Cairo is approximately 170 km (105 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Port Said or Cairo?

The estimated average net salary is $265 in Port Said and $325 in Cairo. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Port Said versus $0 in Cairo per month.