Beirut, Lebanon

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Country

Lebanon

Relocation

About Beirut, Lebanon

Costs exclude rent

Single / month

$1,475

Family of 4 / mo

$3,819

Avg salary (after tax)

$748

Beirut, the capital of Lebanon , is a vibrant city known for its rich history and diverse culture. Located on the Mediterranean coast, Beirut offers beautiful views of the sea and a lively atmosphere. The city is famous for its delicious food, including dishes like hummus, tabbouleh, and shawarma.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

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Fashion

Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $89.44
Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $202.5
Men's Dress ShoesUSD $152.71
Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $113.25

Financial

Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)8%
Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $747.54

Food - Beverages

Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $1.59
Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $3.81
CappuccinoUSD $6.43
Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $6.75
Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $4.48

Food - Dining

Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $13.5
Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $135
Fast Food ComboUSD $8.44

Food - Grocery

Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $9.45
Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $25.81
Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $9.65
Beef Round (1 kg)USD $101.22
Apples (1 kg)USD $6.5
Bananas (1 kg)USD $4.19
Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.47
Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $2.58
Potatoes (1 kg)USD $2.52
Onions (1 kg)USD $2.05
Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.24
Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $1.32
Dozen EggsUSD $3.15
Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $8.1
Milk (1 litre)USD $11.05
Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $4.22
White Rice (1 kg)USD $5.52

Housing

Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $2,093
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $655.49
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,291
Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $206.21
Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $486
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,424

Leisure

Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $62.18
Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $31.09
Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $13.5
Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $554.07
Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $6,919

Transportation

Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $31,101
1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $27
Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $2.75
Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $8.1
Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $108
One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $3.54
Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $35,100

Utilities (Monthly)

Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $361.29
Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $85.08