Alexandria
Egypt, Africa
5.8M people
Africa/Cairo
Arabic
Historical
Coastal
Alexandria
Alexandria, Egypt's second-largest city, is a major economic and industrial center, and a popular summer resort. Founded by Alexander the Great, it was once home to the Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the Great Library of Alexandria. Today, it retains a unique Mediterranean charm, blending ancient history with modern life along its corniche.
Cultural
Affordable
Safety
65
Security
Safe
Cost
29
Living costs
Affordable
Healthcare
48
Medical
Poor
27°
L: 14°
Best time to visitOctober
Annual rainfall
200mmCost of Living
29
Overall Cost
Very Affordable
10
Rent Index
Very Affordable
23
Groceries
Very Affordable
19
Restaurants
Very Affordable
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$130
City center
3 Bedroom
$280
City center
Cost vs Global Average22% lower
Quality of LifeSmall expat community
62
Overall Quality Score
Good quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
62
Good
Average62
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
75
Excellent
Good75
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
78
Excellent
Good78
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
65
Very Good
Good65
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
55
Good
Average55
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
68
Very Good
Good68
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 75/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 78/100
Entertainment
65/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & Economy
AVERAGE
$0K
Annual Salary
SPEED
50
Mbps Internet
SPACES
6
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
45
out of 100
Poor45
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
38
out of 100
Poor38
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
55
out of 100
Average55
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
45h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
48
Fair
Poor48
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
35
Low Cost
Good35
System Overview
System Type
Mixed public-private
Emergency Number
123
Hospital Density
7
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
74
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent86
Developing health systems
Safety & Security
Overall SafetySafe
Score: 65/100
Crime Rate IndexLow
Index: 35/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability45/100
Emergency
123
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
48
Health Index
LIFESPAN
74
Years
HOSPITALS
7
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
55
Fair
Average55
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
45
Fair
Poor45
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
25
Fair
Bad25
Air Quality Index
Clean air
45
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$5
Public Transport
PER LITER
$0.29
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$0.15
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
55
Fair
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
55
Fair
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
25
Fair
Nearby Airports
Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
55
Fair
Average55
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
55
Fair
Average55
Traffic Congestion
High
75 Index
Good75
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$5
per month
Fuel
$0.29
per liter
Taxi
$0.15
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
7
Schools
MONTHLY
$45
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
55
Fair
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
75
Good
Major Universities
Alexandria University
Higher education institution
Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport (AASTMT)
Higher education institution
Pharos University in Alexandria
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
80
Excellent80
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
75
Good75
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
78
Good78
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
65
Good65
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
45
Poor45
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Low
55
Average55
Language Barrier
High
55
Average55
Expat Community
Community Size
Small
Integration Score
68
Good68
Digital Nomad Guide
50 Mbps
Internet Speed
6
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure55/100
Visa Process45/100
Banking & Finance45/100
Avg Salary
$120
Work Hours/Week
45h
Internet Cost
$9/month
Visa Info
Varies by nationality; many require a visa on arrival or e-visa.
Business Freedom55/100
Expat Life & Integration
Small Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease68/100
Language BarrierLow Barrier
Score: 55/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency55/100
Cultural Diversity75/100
Official Languages
Arabic
Tipping Culture
Expected for most services.
Weekend Culture
Friday and Saturday are the official weekend days.
Practical Information
Time Zone
Africa/Cairo
Languages
Arabic
Emergency
123
Healthcare System
Mixed public-private
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Expected for most services.
Weekend Culture
Friday and Saturday are the official weekend days.
Best Time to Visit
October
November
December
January
February
March
April
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
Varies by nationality; many require a visa on arrival or e-visa.
Key Statistics
5.8M
Population
29
Cost Index
50 Mbps
Internet
$0.1K
1BR Rent
55
Transport
$0K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
$3.00
🥂 Dinner for 2
$12.00
🥪 Fast Food Meal
$2.50
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
$2.50
☕ Cappuccino
$1.20
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
$0.40
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
$0.15
🎟️ Monthly Pass
$5.00
🚕 Taxi (8km)
$1.45
⛽ Gas (1L)
$0.29
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
$150.00
🏡 1BR Outside
$85.00
🏙️ 3BR City Center
$320.00
🏡 3BR Outside
$190.00
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
$20.00
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
$9.00
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
$0.80
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
$0.60
🍚 Rice (1kg)
$1.00
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
$1.60
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
$6.00
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
$4.50
🥩 Beef (1kg)
$8.50
🍏 Apples (1kg)
$1.20
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
$12.00
🎫 Cinema Ticket
$3.00
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
$7.00
💇 Haircut
$2.00
👖 Jeans
$18.00
👟 Sneakers
$25.00
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
$45.00
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
$2500.00
📍 Location & Places
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Nearby Cities
Damanhour60km
Rosetta (Rashid)65km
Tanta120km
Cairo220km
Marsa Matruh290km
Universities
Alexandria University
Nearby location
Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport (AASTMT)
Nearby location
Pharos University in Alexandria
Nearby location
Airports
Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Nearby location
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Nearby location
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