Many of us factor in our cost of living before making the decision to move to a city or not. Â Here is our quick overview of basic household items to get you started in Cairo.
Food & Drink
| Milk | EGP 8 |
| Cheese | EGP 25 |
| 12 Eggs | EGP 15 |
| White Bread | EGP 10 |
| Spaghetti | EGP 15 |
| Coca Cola | EGP 4.5 |
| Still Mineral Water | EGP 5 |
| Potatoes | EGP 6 |
| Tomatoes | EGP 5 |
| Bananas | EGP 10 |
| Beef Fillet | EGP 125 |
| Whole Chicken | EGP 35 |
| Fresh White Fish | EGP 60 |
| Table Salt | EGP 5 |
| Can of Beer | EGP 12 |
| Local Wine | EGP 70 |
| Imported Wine | EGP 160 |
| Foreign Brand Cigarettes | EGP 24 |
Household Items & Toiletries
| Laundry Detergent | EGP 75 |
| Dishwashing Liquid | EGP 25 |
| Soap | EGP 10 |
| Toothpaste | EGP 15 |
| Shampoo | EGP 22 |
| Aspirin | EGP 22 |
| Floor Cleaner | EGP 15 |
| 6 Toilet Paper | EGP 20 |
Utilities
| Telephone Line | EGP 26 |
| Gas & Electricity | EGP 1000 |
| Internet Access | EGP 220 |
| Bowab (Doorman) | EGP 200 |
Utilities
| Three Course Dinner in a Restaurant | EGP 180 |
| Fast Food Meal | EGP 30 |
| Coffee in a Cafe or Bar | EGP 25 |
| Beer in Bar | EGP 15 to 50 |