CairoEgypt, Arab Rep. · Africa

Egypt, Arab Rep. · Africa · Population 9,606,916 · Africa/Cairo

Cairo in Egypt, Arab Rep. (Africa) offers an estimated monthly cost of ~$838 incl. rent, a safety index of 50.2/100, an average annual temperature of 23.2°C for digital nomads and remote workers. This page compiles cost of living, safety, climate, internet speed, air quality and visa overview with per-item data sources and dates.

Monthly cost

$838incl. rent · est. range

$712 – $1006

Source: public statistical estimate (NYC=100 basis) linear fit + page snapshot, updated 2026-10-07

Safety index

50.2/100

Source: public statistical estimate · safety index

Climate (10-yr avg)

23.2°C avg/yr

36mm · 4078h sunshine/yr

Source: Open-Meteo Historical（CC BY 4.0）2015–2024

Fixed broadband

44Mbps median down

Source: public statistical estimate (fixed broadband) (country-level)

Air quality

25.9µg/m³ PM2.5 · Poor

Source: Open-Meteo CAMS · WHO 2021 band (2022-08 ~ 2024-12)

Visa overview

See country-level info · verify with officials

Source: Egypt, Arab Rep. snapshot (2026-10-03) · Disclaimer: visa policies change — always verify with official channels

FAQ

What is the cost of living in Cairo?

Cairo has an estimated monthly cost of ~$838 including rent (range $712–$1006), based on open-data statistical estimates and page snapshots.

Is Cairo safe?

Cairo scores 50.2/100 on the public statistical safety estimate (higher is safer).

How can Chinese passport holders enter Egypt, Arab Rep.?

Snapshot as of 2026-10-03: mainland Chinese passport holders are visaOnArrival to Egypt, Arab Rep.. Verify with official immigration channels before travel.

How fast is the internet in Cairo?

Median fixed broadband download is about 44 Mbps (public statistical estimate) at country level.

About Egypt, Arab Rep.

Egypt, Arab Rep.: GDP per capita ~$3,086 (World Bank), HDI 0.728, Global Peace Index rank #148 (IEP 2024). Open Egypt, Arab Rep. country page →

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