Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

Egypt vs Morocco
Cost of Living Comparison 2026

Egypt is approximately 29% cheaper than Morocco overall, with a cost of living index of 22 vs 31 (NYC = 100 baseline, 2026 data). Egypt has notably lower rents (18% cheaper on the Rent Index). Food shopping in Egypt is around 22% cheaper. Residents of Morocco generally enjoy stronger local purchasing power.

Egypt is 29% cheaper than Morocco overall
$3,000 budget in Morocco = $2,140/mo in Egypt
Monthly saving ~$860/mo
Rent — Egypt vs Morocco ~$220/mo vs ~$265/mo
World Bank 2026GlobalCostData Research Updated April 2026NYC Index = 100
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Egypt
22.4
CoL Index (NYC=100)
$269–$493/mo typical
Cheaper option
vs
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Morocco
31.4
CoL Index (NYC=100)
$377–$691/mo typical
Cheaper country
Egypt
29% less expensive
Egypt GNI
$18.2k
per capita
Morocco GNI
$10.3k
per capita
Egypt Inflation
28.3%
annual rate
Morocco Inflation
1.0%
annual rate
Expat Score A
1.7
/ 10
Expat Score B
3.1
/ 10

Side-by-Side Comparison

All indices: NYC = 100 baseline · Lower cost index = cheaper · ✓ = winner per metric

Egypt Metric Morocco
22.4 ✓
CoL Index ↓ lower = cheaper
31.4
6.8 ✓ ~$220/mo 1-bed city
Rent Index ↓ lower = cheaper
8.3 ~$265/mo 1-bed city
16.4 ✓ ~$70/mo monthly
Groceries ↓ lower = cheaper
21.1 ~$90/mo monthly
24.6 ✓ ~$5/meal per person
Restaurants ↓ lower = cheaper
33.0 ~$7/meal per person
$18.2k ✓
GNI / Capita ↑ higher = wealthier
$10.3k
28.3%
Inflation Rate ↓ lower = more stable
1.0% ✓
1.7
Expat Score ↑ higher = better
3.1 ✓
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Our Verdict: Egypt vs Morocco

Egypt is significantly cheaper than Morocco (29% overall). A $3,000 budget in Morocco buys $2,140/month equivalent in Egypt — a saving of ~$860/month that compounds fast for long-stay expats.

Choose Egypt if…

  • Maximising day-to-day cost savings
  • Lower rent — housing ~18% cheaper than Morocco
  • More affordable dining out

Choose Morocco if…

  • Stronger local purchasing power for residents
  • More stable prices — lower inflation (1.0% vs 28.3%)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Egypt vs Morocco cost of living

Is Egypt cheaper than Morocco?
Yes, Egypt is approximately 29% cheaper than Morocco based on the Cost of Living Index (NYC = 100). Egypt scores 22 vs Morocco at 31 on the overall index. In absolute terms, average monthly rent is around $136 in Egypt versus $166 in Morocco. Monthly grocery costs average $398 in Egypt and $217 in Morocco. That said, actual daily costs depend heavily on your city of residence, housing choice, and lifestyle — capital cities in both countries command a significant premium over smaller regional cities.
How much cheaper is Egypt than Morocco?
Egypt is about 29% cheaper than Morocco overall. In practical terms, a $3,000/month budget in Morocco is roughly equivalent to $2,140/month in Egypt in terms of purchasing power — a saving of $860/month. Similarly, a $2,000/month lifestyle in Morocco translates to around $1,427/month in Egypt. Dining out in Egypt is approximately 25% more affordable (Restaurant Index: Egypt=25, Morocco=33). These savings can compound significantly for long-term expats or retirees choosing Egypt as their base.
How do rent costs compare between Egypt and Morocco?
Egypt has lower average housing costs based on the Rent Index (Egypt: 6.8, Morocco: 8.3 — NYC = 100). In absolute terms, average monthly rent is around $136 in Egypt versus $166 in Morocco. In both countries, city-centre apartments command a 30–50% premium over suburban equivalents. Expats consistently find the best rent-to-quality ratio by living 15–30 minutes from the city core. Residents of Morocco benefit from stronger local purchasing power (LPP index: Egypt=19, Morocco=25).
Which country is better for expats, Egypt or Morocco?
Both Egypt and Morocco attract significant expat communities, but for different reasons. Morocco edges ahead on our Expat Value Score (Egypt scores 1.7, Morocco scores 3.1). Egypt offers lower day-to-day costs, which matters most for those on fixed incomes, remote salaries, or early retirement budgets. Egypt has a higher GNI per capita ($18.2k vs $10.3k) — meaning average incomes are higher, which partly offsets the cost differences for locals. Climate, language accessibility, visa pathways, healthcare quality, and expat community size are equally decisive factors — budget alone rarely determines the right choice.
Can I live comfortably in Egypt on $2,000/month?
With a cost of living index of 22 (NYC=100), Egypt allows a $2,000/month budget to stretch very comfortably. A frugal single-person lifestyle — shared or suburban housing, home cooking, local transport — typically costs $202–$402/month. A comfortable lifestyle with a private 1-bedroom, regular dining out, and leisure runs $403–$803/month. Inflation is currently lower in Morocco (Egypt: 28.3%, Morocco: 1.0%), which affects how purchasing power evolves over time. Expats from high-cost Western countries typically see their purchasing power increase significantly in Egypt, particularly outside capital cities.

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Sources: World Bank Open Data 2026 · GlobalCostData Research 2026 · OECD Statistics. Data verified April 2026. Not financial or legal advice.