61 cities covered · Currency: LYD (ل.د) · Capital: Tripoli
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | ل.د20.05 ($4.13) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | ل.د80.20 ($16.54) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | ل.د6.01 ($1.24) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | ل.د454 ($93.70) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | ل.د73.52 ($15.16) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | ل.د194 ($39.96) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | ل.د56.14 ($11.58) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | ل.د56.14 ($11.58) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | ل.د14.70 ($3.03) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | ل.د780 ($161) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | ل.د543 ($112) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | ل.د1,628 ($336) | per month |
Ţarābulus · pop. 1,183,000
Banghāzī · pop. 631,555
Al Wāḩāt · pop. 416,000
Mişrātah · pop. 259,056
Al Jabal al Akhḑar · pop. 250,000
Az Zāwiyah · pop. 198,567
Al Marj · pop. 169,540
Darnah · pop. 150,000
Al Buţnān · pop. 135,832
Al Jabal al Gharbī · pop. 123,456
An Nuqāţ al Khams · pop. 102,000
Sabhā · pop. 99,028
Al Jafārah · pop. 88,073
An Nuqāţ al Khams · pop. 80,310
Surt · pop. 76,788
Al Jabal al Gharbī · pop. 72,662
Darnah · pop. 60,610
Mişrātah · pop. 50,824
Ţarābulus · pop. 48,836
Murzuq · pop. 47,324
Al Jabal al Akhḑar · pop. 45,000
Wādī al Ḩayāt · pop. 35,000
Ţarābulus · pop. 34,584
Al Jufrah · pop. 27,590
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Libya
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Libya
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Libya
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Libya
Living costs in Libya 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 ل.د1,879 ($387) 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.