Cairo
Egypt, Africa
21.0M people
Africa/Cairo
Arabic
Historical City
Mega City
Cairo
Cairo is the capital of Egypt and the largest city in Africa. A vibrant metropolis with a rich history spanning millennia, it boasts iconic landmarks like the Pyramids of Giza and the Egyptian Museum, alongside bustling modern districts.
Cultural Hub
Safety
40
Security
Unsafe
Cost
47
Living costs
Affordable
Healthcare
60
Medical
Average
30°
L: 15°
Best time to visitOctober
Annual rainfall
25mmCost of Living
47
Overall Cost
Affordable
30
Rent Index
Very Affordable
40
Groceries
Affordable
35
Restaurants
Affordable
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$300
City center
3 Bedroom
$800
City center
Cost vs Global Average3% lower
Quality of LifeMedium expat community
50
Overall Quality Score
Good quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
50
Good
Average50
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
70
Very Good
Good70
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
40
Fair
Poor40
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
60
Good
Average60
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 90/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 80/100
Entertainment
70/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & Economy
AVERAGE
$1K
Annual Salary
SPEED
25
Mbps Internet
SPACES
20
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
60
out of 100
Average60
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
50
out of 100
Average50
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
55
out of 100
Average55
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
48h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
60
Good
Average60
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
30
Low Cost
Good30
System Overview
System Type
Public and Private
Emergency Number
122
Hospital Density
15
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
72
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent85
Developing health systems
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyBelow Average
Score: 40/100
Crime Rate IndexHigh
Index: 60/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability55/100
Emergency
122
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
60
Health Index
LIFESPAN
72
Years
HOSPITALS
15
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
60
Good
Average60
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
30
Fair
Bad30
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
30
Fair
Bad30
Air Quality Index
Clean air
40
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$15
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.00
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$0.50
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
50
Fair
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
40
Fair
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
20
Fair
Nearby Airports
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
50
Fair
Average50
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
40
Fair
Poor40
Traffic Congestion
High
80 Index
Excellent80
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$15
per month
Fuel
$1
per liter
Taxi
$0.5
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
50
Schools
MONTHLY
$200
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
55
Fair
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
60
Good
Major Universities
Cairo University
Higher education institution
Ain Shams University
Higher education institution
American University in Cairo
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
90
Excellent90
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
90
Excellent90
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
80
Excellent80
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
70
Good70
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
65
Good65
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Low
40
Poor40
Language Barrier
Moderate
40
Poor40
Expat Community
Community Size
Medium
Integration Score
60
Average60
Digital Nomad Guide
25 Mbps
Internet Speed
20
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure60/100
Visa Process40/100
Banking & Finance60/100
Avg Salary
$500
Work Hours/Week
48h
Internet Cost
$20/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality
Business Freedom55/100
Expat Life & Integration
Medium Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease60/100
Language BarrierLow Barrier
Score: 40/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency40/100
Cultural Diversity90/100
Official Languages
Arabic
Tipping Culture
Common, 10-15%
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Practical Information
Time Zone
Africa/Cairo
Languages
Arabic
Emergency
122
Healthcare System
Public and Private
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Common, 10-15%
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Best Time to Visit
October
November
December
March
April
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
Vary depending on nationality
Key Statistics
21.0M
Population
47
Cost Index
25 Mbps
Internet
$0.3K
1BR Rent
50
Transport
$1K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
—
🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
Cairo University
Nearby location
Ain Shams University
Nearby location
American University in Cairo
Nearby location
Airports
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Nearby location
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