202 cities covered · Currency: EGP (£) · Capital: Cairo
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | £154 ($3.18) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | £617 ($12.72) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | £46.27 ($0.95) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | £3,496 ($72.08) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | £566 ($11.66) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | £1,491 ($30.74) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | £432 ($8.90) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | £432 ($8.90) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | £113 ($2.33) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | £5,999 ($124) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | £4,173 ($86.04) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | £12,519 ($258) | per month |
Al Qāhirah · pop. 20,296,000
Al Iskandarīyah · pop. 5,441,866
Al Jīzah · pop. 4,458,135
Al Qalyūbīyah · pop. 1,025,569
Būr Sa‘īd · pop. 791,749
As Suways · pop. 716,458
Ad Daqahlīyah · pop. 621,953
Al Qāhirah · pop. 619,293
Al Gharbīyah · pop. 592,573
Asyūţ · pop. 562,061
Qinā · pop. 536,016
Al Fayyūm · pop. 519,047
Al Jīzah · pop. 430,609
Al Gharbīyah · pop. 429,503
Al Ismā‘īlīyah · pop. 429,465
Al Gharbīyah · pop. 410,388
Al Jīzah · pop. 376,302
Al Buḩayrah · pop. 329,572
Al Gharbīyah · pop. 320,056
Ash Sharqīyah · pop. 302,840
Banī Suwayf · pop. 294,125
Kafr ash Shaykh · pop. 284,853
Al Minūfīyah · pop. 267,945
Ash Sharqīyah · pop. 263,321
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Egypt
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Egypt
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Egypt
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Egypt
Living costs in Egypt vary significantly depending on city size. Large metropolitan areas with populations over one million typically see housing costs 15–30% above the national average, while smaller towns can be 10–20% below it. The national baseline of £14,455 ($298) per month represents a mid-sized city estimate.
Capital cities and major economic hubs command the highest rents and overall expenses. For budget-conscious residents, mid-sized cities offer a balance of amenities and affordability. Rural and small-town living remains the most economical option, though transport and service access may be limited.