Prices and Cost of Living in Egypt

Food and beverage prices in Egypt

Popular food products found on store shelves in Egypt include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 8.58 EGP (0.18 USD) for a kilo of onions to 227 EGP (4.74 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 20.7 EGP (0.43 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 16.25 EGP (0.34 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 16.27 EGP (0.34 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 31.18 EGP (0.65 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 6.23 EGP (0.13 USD). Dairy prices in Egypt, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 27.76 EGP (0.58 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 101 EGP (2.1 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 139 EGP (2.9 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 40.96 EGP (0.86 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 9 EGP (0.19 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Egypt vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 49.14 EGP (1.03 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 7 EGP (0.15 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 120 EGP (2.51 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 600 EGP (12.53 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 100 EGP (2.09 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Egypt?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 8 EGP (0.17 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 355 EGP (7.41 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 10 EGP (0.21 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 4 EGP (0.08 USD).

Fuel prices in Egypt

Average fuel prices in Egypt are 19.4 EGP (0.41 USD) per liter of gasoline and 12.79 EGP (0.27 USD) per liter of diesel.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Egypt?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Egypt varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 3107 EGP (64.88 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 4994 EGP (104 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 14829 EGP (310 USD) per square meter.