Is 6th of October City Expensive?

Cairo, Egypt

-15% vs Cairo avg

Living in 6th of October City, Cairo

6th of October City is a relatively affordable area in Cairo, with a cost of living index of 14.3 — that is -15% compared to the Cairo average. At #14 of 20, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around E£12,443/month, compared to a range of E£9,515 in El Marg to E£19,762 in Zamalek.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of 6th of October City, housing takes up roughly 31% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 18%, while transportation costs around 10%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately E£497,711 before tax.

Typical Salaries in 6th of October City

Salaries in 6th of October City reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 14.3:

After tax and deductions of 31.2% in Egypt, take-home pay for someone earning E£497,711 would be roughly E£342,425/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

14.3
COLI Index
0.85x
vs City Avg
E£12,443
Est. 1BR Rent
#14
of 20 Areas
31.2%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in 6th of October City

Estimated annual deductions on a E£523,328 salary in 6th of October City, Cairo (local employee).

Income Tax
20%
Social Insurance
11.0%
Total Deductions: 31.2%
Est. Take-Home: E£360,180/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in 6th of October City would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $10,725
London GBP £9,230
Dubai AED AED 53,666

Other Neighborhoods in Cairo

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Zamalek 22.7 1.35x +35%
Garden City 21.5 1.28x +28%
Maadi 19.8 1.18x +18%
New Cairo (5th Settlement) 19.3 1.15x +15%
Katameya 18.8 1.12x +12%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to 6th of October City:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 6th of October City expensive in Cairo?

6th of October City is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Cairo. It costs about -15% less than the city average, ranking #14 out of 20 neighborhoods.

How does 6th of October City compare to the Cairo average?

The cost of living in 6th of October City is below the Cairo average. With a multiplier of 0.85x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -15% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.