PRICES IN EGYPT
Egypt is a hot African country with ancient culture and traditions, beautiful landscapes and delicious cuisine. The state is located in Northeast Africa and partly in the Middle East. It borders with Libya, Sudan, the Palestinian Authority and Israel. It is washed by the waters of the Mediterranean and Red Seas. The third most populous country on the continent (after Nigeria and Ethiopia).
The average salary in Egypt is about 200-300 American dollars per month. The minimum monthly wage is 6,000 Egyptian pounds ($125). At the current exchange rate, 1 Egyptian pound corresponds to 0.02 dollars. Next, let's highlight the average prices of food and some other goods/services in Egypt in 2024.
Next, let's highlight the average prices of food and some other goods/services in Egypt in 2024.
PRICES IN EGYPT IN 2024
| Product | Price |
| Milk (1 liter) | 43.56 EG£/0.9 $ |
| Loaf of fresh white bread (500g) | 31.67 EG£/0.6 $ |
| Rice (white) (1 kg) | 35.59 EG£/0.7 $ |
| Eggs (12 pcs.) | 72.81 EG£/1.4 $ |
| Local cheese (1 kg) | 167.71 EG£/3.3 $ |
| Chicken fillet (1 kg) | 216.55 EG£/4.3 $ |
| Apples (1 kg) | 71.39 EG£/1.4 $ |
| Banana (1 kg) | 25.42 EG£/0.5 $ |
| Orange (1 kg) | 18.33 EG£/0.4 $ |
| Tomato (1 kg) | 19.61 EG£/0.4 $ |
| Potato (1 kg) | 23.92 EG£/0.5 $ |
| Onion (1 kg) | 22.79 EG£/0.5 $ |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 10.84 EG£/0.2 $ |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 9.37 EG£/0.2 $ |
| Bottle of wine (medium level) | 350.00 EG£/6.9 $ |
| Local beer (0,5 liter bottle) | 62.55 EG£/1.2 $ |
| Imported beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 76.89 EG£/1.5 $ |
| Pack of 20 cigarettes (Marlboro) | 90.00 EG£/1.8 $ |
Important. Housing and food prices in Egypt are quite low, which to some extent compensates for the low incomes of the local population.
| Goods/services | Price |
| Public transportation | 11.50 EG£/0.2 $ |
| Monthly pass | 300.00 EG£/5.9 $ |
| Cab 1 km (normal fare) | 15.00 EG£/0.3 $ |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | 13.53 EG£/0.3 $ |
| Utilities (monthly) for an 85m2 apartment | 895.37 EG£/17.71 $ |
| Monthly mobile tariff plan | 316.42 EG£/6.3 $ |
| Internet (60 Mbps or more) | 454.56 EG£/9.00 $ |
| Fitness club, monthly fee for 1 adult | 850.28 EG£/16.82 $ |
| Tennis court rental (1 hour) | 352.97 EG£/6.98 $ |
| Movie theater (international rental) 1 seat | 150.00 EG£/2.97 $ |
| A pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 1,408.44 EG£/27.86 $ |
| One summer dress in a chain store (Zara, H&M...) | 2,361.97 EG£/46.73 $ |
| A pair of mid-range sneakers (nike, adidas...) | 4,857.89 EG£/96.10 $ |
| Pair of men's leather business shoes | 2,137.31 EG£/42.28 $ |
| Standard men's haircut | 156 EG£/3.00 $ |
| Tube of toothpaste | 46 EG£/0.9 $ |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 112 EG£/2.2 $ |
| Rental apartment (1 bedroom) in the city center | 8,256.94 EG£/163.34 $ |
| Rental apartment (3 bedrooms) in the city center | 15,177.59 EG£/300.25 $ |
Note. Price information is based on current data from official statistical offices and surveys of local residents in different Egyptian cities.
In conclusion, we note that today Egypt is one of the most attractive tourist destinations in the world. In addition, many foreigners conduct professional activities here. Work in Egypt for foreigners is available mainly in the field of services related to the restaurant and hotel business, also in the field of entertainment and trade. The most attractive cities for employment are Cairo and Alexandria.
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