Alexandria, Egypt

In 2022, a single person living in Alexandria needs approximately EGP 11,229/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EGP 21,776/month. Alexandria is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Alexandria costs approximately EGP 6,600/month in 2022. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EGP 12,320/month.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Alexandria are approximately EGP 2,552 in 2022. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Alexandria costs EGP 255 in 2022, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Alexandria average EGP 836 in 2022, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Alexandria is located in Egypt (Africa). With a 1-bed rent of EGP 6,600/month and total single-person expenses around EGP 11,229/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Alexandria costs approximately EGP 123 in 2022. Budget around EGP 986/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Alexandria from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 74.5% over this period (from EGP 6,600 in 2022 to EGP 11,520 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Alexandria in 2022, a single person needs approximately EGP 11,229/month. This covers rent (EGP 6,600), groceries (EGP 2,552), transport (EGP 255), utilities (EGP 836) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EGP 21,776/month.