🇪🇬 Cost of Living in Cairo
How much you'll actually spend — not what travel blogs tell you
Monthly budget · Single · city center
$409/mo
Just you and your questionable life decisions
The real monthly damage
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD unless toggled.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Getting around — or trying to
30-day trial run
What a month-long scouting trip costs before you commit to anything permanent.
Cairo vs. similar cities
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Cairo?▼
A single person can expect to spend about $409/month in Cairo, including rent in the city center, groceries, transport, and utilities. Couples need roughly $567/month.
What is the average salary in Cairo?▼
The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Cairo is about $173, according to Numbeo data.
Is Cairo expensive compared to other cities?▼
Compared to similar cities: Goa ($310/mo), Bangalore ($463/mo), Batumi ($841/mo), Chiang Mai ($688/mo), Da Nang ($548/mo). Cairo comes in at $409/mo for a single person.
Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.