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

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $835, you would have roughly $165 left each month (Affordable).

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

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $835, you would have roughly $1,165 left each month (Premium Lifestyle).

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

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $835, you would have roughly $2,165 left each month (Premium Lifestyle).

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

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $835, you would have roughly $4,165 left each month (Premium Lifestyle).

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

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $835, you would have roughly $7,165 left each month (Premium Lifestyle).

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Dahab, Egypt

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

Africa 👥 15,000 people ☀️ Warm climate Small town 🌊 Near the sea 💱 EGP

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

$ $280 1-bedroom rent / mo

66 Quality of life / 100

68 Safety / 100

62 Internet / 100

80 Affordability / 100

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Estimated Monthly Cost

Single person, moderate lifestyle, 1-bedroom apartment.

Rent (1-bedroom)	$280
Food (moderate)	$230
Transport	$12
Utilities	$45
Internet	$22
Healthcare	$36
Entertainment	$115
Total (moderate)	$835

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Housing Costs

Typical monthly rent in Dahab.

Shared accommodation	$100
Studio	$180
1-bedroom	$280
2-bedroom	$450
3-bedroom	$650

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City Scores

How Dahab 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 sizeSmall
Near the seaYes 🌊
Geography🌊 Sea
Capital cityCairo
LanguageArabic
CurrencyEGP
Time zoneAfrica/Cairo

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Pros and Cons of Dahab

✅ Pros

Affordable cost of living
Relatively safe city
Great overall quality of life
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 $527 per month Basic $612 per month Moderate $835 per month Comfortable $1,211 per month Premium $2,055 per month

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Can You Live in Dahab on These Salaries?

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

Monthly income	Status	Remaining
$ 1,000	Affordable	$165 / month
$ 2,000	Premium Lifestyle	$1,165 / month
$ 3,000	Premium Lifestyle	$2,165 / month
$ 5,000	Premium Lifestyle	$4,165 / month
$ 8,000	Premium Lifestyle	$7,165 / month