Can you live in Alexandria with $ 1,000 a month?

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $984, you would have roughly $16 left each month (Affordable).

Can you live in Alexandria with $ 2,000 a month?

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $984, you would have roughly $1,016 left each month (Very Comfortable).

Can you live in Alexandria with $ 3,000 a month?

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $984, you would have roughly $2,016 left each month (Premium Lifestyle).

Can you live in Alexandria with $ 5,000 a month?

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $984, you would have roughly $4,016 left each month (Premium Lifestyle).

Can you live in Alexandria with $ 8,000 a month?

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $984, you would have roughly $7,016 left each month (Premium Lifestyle).

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Alexandria, Egypt

How much does it really cost to live in Alexandria? Housing, food, transport, internet and more — plus what salary you need to live comfortably.

Africa 👥 5,200,000 people ☀️ Warm climate Large city 🌊 Near the sea 💱 EGP

💰 Can I afford Alexandria? ⚖️ Compare this city Egypt →

$ $360 1-bedroom rent / mo

64 Quality of life / 100

45 Safety / 100

68 Internet / 100

84 Affordability / 100

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Estimated Monthly Cost

Single person, moderate lifestyle, 1-bedroom apartment.

Rent (1-bedroom)	$360
Food (moderate)	$260
Transport	$25
Utilities	$55
Internet	$28
Healthcare	$40
Entertainment	$100
Total (moderate)	$984

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Housing Costs

Typical monthly rent in Alexandria.

Shared accommodation	$130
Studio	$250
1-bedroom	$360
2-bedroom	$560
3-bedroom	$820

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City Scores

How Alexandria rates, out of 100.

Cost of living

Safety

Quality of life

Internet

Healthcare

Transport

Nightlife

Climate

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At a Glance

Climate☀️ Warm
City sizeLarge
Near the seaYes 🌊
Geography🌊 Sea
Capital cityCairo
LanguageArabic
CurrencyEGP
Time zoneAfrica/Cairo

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Pros and Cons of Alexandria

✅ Pros

Affordable cost of living
Fast and reliable internet
Good public transport network
Located near the coast
Vibrant nightlife and entertainment
Pleasant climate

⚠️ Cons

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Monthly Budget by Lifestyle

Based on a single person living in a 1-bedroom apartment.

Budget $641 per month Basic $742 per month Moderate $984 per month Comfortable $1,389 per month Premium $2,230 per month

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Can You Live in Alexandria on These Salaries?

Estimated for a single person, moderate lifestyle, 1-bedroom apartment.

Monthly income	Status	Remaining
$ 1,000	Affordable	$16 / month
$ 2,000	Very Comfortable	$1,016 / month
$ 3,000	Premium Lifestyle	$2,016 / month
$ 5,000	Premium Lifestyle	$4,016 / month
$ 8,000	Premium Lifestyle	$7,016 / month