Lebanon vs Lebanon · 37 km apart
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| Expense | Zahlé | Beirut | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $5.10 | $6.63 | Zahlé |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $20.40 | $26.52 | Zahlé |
| Cappuccino | $1.53 | $1.99 | Zahlé |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $116 | $150 | Zahlé |
| Monthly public transport pass | $18.70 | $24.31 | Zahlé |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $49.30 | $64.09 | Zahlé |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $14.28 | $18.56 | Zahlé |
| Fitness club membership | $14.28 | $18.56 | Zahlé |
| Cinema ticket | $3.74 | $4.86 | Zahlé |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $253 | $351 | Zahlé |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $176 | $244 | Zahlé |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $528 | $733 | Zahlé |
| Total single-person budget | $516 | $686 | Zahlé |
| Average net salary | $350 | $455 |
Zahlé is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Zahlé runs about $516 versus $686 in Beirut — a difference of roughly 33%.
Salary-adjusted, Zahlé 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 Zahlé · Full cost of living in Beirut