Beirut, Lebanon

In 2026, a single person living in Beirut needs approximately EUR 1,520/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 3,002/month. Beirut is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Beirut costs approximately EUR 822/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 1,518/month. Rent has changed +10% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Beirut are approximately EUR 443 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Beirut costs EUR 38 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Beirut average EUR 127 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Beirut is located in Lebanon (Middle East). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 822/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,520/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Beirut costs approximately EUR 11 in 2026. Budget around EUR 91/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Beirut from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 43.8% over this period (from EUR 572 in 2022 to EUR 822 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Beirut in 2026, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,520/month. This covers rent (EUR 822), groceries (EUR 443), transport (EUR 38), utilities (EUR 127) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 3,002/month.