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Rafaḩ vs Cairo

Egypt vs Egypt · 314 km apart

Rafaḩ

Egypt

£12,131 ($250)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Cairo

Egypt

£17,996 ($371)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Rafaḩ	Cairo	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$2.70	$3.90	Rafaḩ
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$10.80	$15.60	Rafaḩ
Cappuccino	$0.81	$1.17	Rafaḩ
Monthly groceries (single person)	$61.20	$88.40	Rafaḩ
Monthly public transport pass	$9.90	$14.30	Rafaḩ
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$26.10	$37.70	Rafaḩ
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$7.56	$10.92	Rafaḩ
Fitness club membership	$7.56	$10.92	Rafaḩ
Cinema ticket	$1.98	$2.86	Rafaḩ
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$101	$160	Rafaḩ
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$70.13	$111	Rafaḩ
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$210	$333	Rafaḩ
Total single-person budget	$250	$371	Rafaḩ
Average net salary	$225	$325

Verdict

Rafaḩ is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Rafaḩ runs about $250 versus $371 in Cairo — a difference of roughly 48%.

Salary-adjusted, Rafaḩ 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 Rafaḩ · Full cost of living in Cairo

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rafaḩ cheaper than Cairo?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $250 per month in Rafaḩ versus $371 in Cairo — about 48% less.

How far is Rafaḩ from Cairo?

The straight-line distance between Rafaḩ and Cairo is approximately 314 km (195 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Rafaḩ or Cairo?

The estimated average net salary is $225 in Rafaḩ and $325 in Cairo. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Rafaḩ versus $0 in Cairo per month.