Is New Cairo (5th Settlement) Expensive?

Cairo, Egypt

+15% vs Cairo avg

Living in New Cairo (5th Settlement), Cairo

New Cairo (5th Settlement) is one of the pricier neighborhoods in Cairo, with a cost of living index of 19.3 — that is +15% compared to the Cairo average. It ranks #4 out of 20 areas by cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around E£16,834/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 New Cairo (5th Settlement), housing takes up roughly 41% 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£673,373 before tax.

Typical Salaries in New Cairo (5th Settlement)

Salaries in New Cairo (5th Settlement) reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 19.3:

After tax and deductions of 32.4% in Egypt, take-home pay for someone earning E£673,373 would be roughly E£455,200/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

19.3
COLI Index
1.15x
vs City Avg
E£16,834
Est. 1BR Rent
#4
of 20 Areas
32.4%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in New Cairo (5th Settlement)

Estimated annual deductions on a E£706,310 salary in New Cairo (5th Settlement), Cairo (local employee).

Income Tax
21%
Social Insurance
11.0%
Total Deductions: 32.4%
Est. Take-Home: E£477,289/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in New Cairo (5th Settlement) would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $14,475
London GBP £12,457
Dubai AED AED 72,430

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%
Katameya 18.8 1.12x +12%
Rehab City 18.5 1.10x +10%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to New Cairo (5th Settlement):

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is New Cairo (5th Settlement) expensive in Cairo?

Yes, New Cairo (5th Settlement) is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Cairo. It costs about +15% more than the city average, ranking #4 out of 20 neighborhoods.

How does New Cairo (5th Settlement) compare to the Cairo average?

The cost of living in New Cairo (5th Settlement) is above the Cairo average. With a multiplier of 1.15x, 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.