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Cost of Living Guide in Egypt

Complete pricing for housing, food, transportation, and everyday expenses

Egypt is one of Africa's most affordable destinations, with overall costs about 54% cheaper than the Africa average and rent approximately 70% below the regional norm. For expats and digital nomads, Egypt offers exceptional value—you can live comfortably on modest budgets while enjoying a lifestyle that would be far more expensive elsewhere on the continent.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
€400–500 ($435–545 USD) per month for a single person living like a local: modest housing outside central areas, local food markets, public transport, and minimal imported goods. This assumes no car and basic utilities.
Comfortable
€782–1,000 ($850–1,090 USD) per month for a single digital nomad or expat: furnished one-bedroom apartment in a safe, modern neighborhood, mix of local and imported groceries, frequent dining out, reliable internet, and occasional activities.
Family of four
€1,702–2,000 ($1,850–2,180 USD) per month for a family of four: three-bedroom apartment in a residential expat area like Maadi, private school fees, imported groceries, healthcare, and car-related costs. This reflects a comfortable, Western-standard lifestyle.

Egypt delivers exceptional value for money—costs are roughly half the Africa average, making it one of the continent's best-value destinations for expats, digital nomads, and families. The key to maximizing affordability is adapting to local shopping and living patterns rather than importing a Western lifestyle; those who do can enjoy a comfortable, spacious lifestyle on budgets that would be tight elsewhere.

Economic & Living Costs in Egypt
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

100-500 E£
Avg: 300 E£
+20.0% vs 3 months ago

Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)

600-2500 E£
Avg: 1550 E£
+24.0% vs 3 months ago

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

200-300 E£
Avg: 250 E£
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

50-200 E£
Avg: 125 E£
+28.2% vs 3 months ago
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

4000-20000 E£
Avg: 12000 E£
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

2000-15000 E£
Avg: 8500 E£
+21.4% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

7000-35000 E£
Avg: 21000 E£
+13.5% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

4000-28170.92 E£
Avg: 16085.46 E£
+21.4% vs 3 months ago
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

5-20 E£
Avg: 12.5 E£
-3.8% vs 3 months ago

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

120-300 E£
Avg: 210 E£
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Monthly Transport Pass

300-750 E£
Avg: 525 E£
+3.3% vs 3 months ago

Gasoline (1L)

15-21 E£
Avg: 18 E£
+24.1% vs 3 months ago
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

600-2000 E£
Avg: 1300 E£
+4.0% vs 3 months ago

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

310-1350 E£
Avg: 830 E£
+31.7% vs 3 months ago

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

150-600 E£
Avg: 375 E£
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

30-55 E£
Avg: 42.5 E£
+6.3% vs 3 months ago

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

11-100 E£
Avg: 55.5 E£
+38.8% vs 3 months ago

Eggs (12)

48-96 E£
Avg: 72 E£
-7.7% vs 3 months ago

Local Cheese (1kg)

80-400 E£
Avg: 240 E£
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

300-2000 E£
Avg: 1150 E£
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

200-500 E£
Avg: 350 E£
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Cinema Ticket

120-300 E£
Avg: 210 E£
+31.3% vs 3 months ago

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

2000-8000 E£
Avg: 5000 E£
+3.4% vs 3 months ago
Last updated: 2026-04-03