Monthly Expenses in Cairo
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🏠 Rent & Housing Costs
Housing is the biggest monthly expense in Cairo, especially in expat-friendly areas like Maadi and New Cairo.
| Apartment Type |
Monthly Rent (EGP) |
| 1 Bedroom (City Center) | 8,000 – 18,000 |
| 1 Bedroom (Outside Center) | 5,000 – 12,000 |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment (City Center) | 18,000 – 40,000 |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment (Outside Center) | 12,000 – 25,000 |
| Shared Apartment / Room | 3,000 – 8,000 |
🛒 Groceries & Food
- Monthly groceries for 1 person: EGP 4,000 – 8,000
- Monthly groceries for a family of 4: EGP 10,000 – 20,000
- Dining out (local restaurant): EGP 100 – 300 per meal
- Mid-range restaurant meal: EGP 300 – 800 per person
🚇 Transport Costs
- Monthly public transport pass: EGP 300 – 800
- Cairo Metro ticket: EGP 5 – 10 per ride
- Taxi / Uber short ride: EGP 50 – 150
- Fuel per liter: EGP 15 – 25 (varies)
💡 Utilities & Internet
- Electricity, water, gas (average apartment): EGP 500 – 1,500/month
- High-speed Internet: EGP 300 – 900/month
- Mobile phone plan: EGP 100 – 400/month
🎉 Lifestyle & Entertainment
- Gym membership: EGP 400 – 1,500/month
- Cinema ticket: EGP 100 – 250
- Cultural events / outings: EGP 300 – 1,000/month
- Coffee / social outings: EGP 200 – 800/month
👨👩👧 Family Expenses
- Childcare / nursery: EGP 2,000 – 6,000/month per child
- Private school: EGP 30,000 – 150,000/year
- Private healthcare insurance: EGP 1,000 – 5,000/month per adult
📊 Total Estimated Monthly Expenses
Depending on lifestyle, a single person in Cairo may spend around
EGP 10,000 – 25,000 per month, while a family of 4 may spend
EGP 25,000 – 60,000 per month including rent, food, transport, and utilities.
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