Alexandria, Egypt

In 2024, a single person living in Alexandria needs approximately EGP 12,760/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EGP 24,745/month. Alexandria is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Alexandria costs approximately EGP 7,500/month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EGP 14,000/month. Rent has changed +6.4% vs 2023.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Alexandria are approximately EGP 2,900 in 2024. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Alexandria costs EGP 290 in 2024, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Alexandria average EGP 950 in 2024, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Alexandria is located in Egypt (Africa). With a 1-bed rent of EGP 7,500/month and total single-person expenses around EGP 12,760/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Alexandria costs approximately EGP 140 in 2024. Budget around EGP 1,120/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 2024, a single person needs approximately EGP 12,760/month. This covers rent (EGP 7,500), groceries (EGP 2,900), transport (EGP 290), utilities (EGP 950) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EGP 24,745/month.