Cost of Living in Beirut - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $808 (excluding rent), and $1,389 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,026 (excluding rent), and $3,276 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$10.63 LBP 951.5K

$5.90 LBP 527.6K

$24.56 LBP 2.2M

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$59.6 LBP 5.3M

$49.63 LBP 4.4M

$99.3 LBP 8.9M

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$7.94 LBP 710.7K

$6.95 LBP 621.9K

$11.17 LBP 999.4K

Cappuccino

$3.26 LBP 291.6K

$0.98 LBP 87.6K

$5.87 LBP 525.5K

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.58 LBP 141.4K

$0.98 LBP 87.9K

$1.96 LBP 175.7K

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.92 LBP 82.2K

$0.51 LBP 45.7K

$1.53 LBP 137.0K

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$3.42 LBP 306.3K

$1.96 LBP 175.0K

$4.89 LBP 437.6K

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$5.08 LBP 455.0K

$3.05 LBP 273.0K

$6.10 LBP 546.0K

Milk (1 liter)

$1.73 LBP 155.1K

$1.39 LBP 124.0K

$2.41 LBP 215.3K

White Bread (500g)

$0.79 LBP 70.4K

$0.38 LBP 34.3K

$2.88 LBP 257.5K

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.84 LBP 164.5K

$1.03 LBP 91.9K

$3.08 LBP 275.7K

Eggs

$3.11 LBP 278.7K

$1.19 LBP 106.5K

$4.96 LBP 443.7K

Local Cheese (1kg)

$11.35 LBP 1.0M

$5.02 LBP 449.4K

$21.59 LBP 1.9M

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$9.69 LBP 867.4K

$6.63 LBP 593.5K

$12.55 LBP 1.1M

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$11.52 LBP 1.0M

$9.08 LBP 812.6K

$15.13 LBP 1.4M

Apples (1kg)

$1.80 LBP 160.8K

$0.46 LBP 40.9K

$4.06 LBP 363.3K

Banana (1kg)

$1.47 LBP 131.9K

$0.59 LBP 53.1K

$1.98 LBP 177.1K

Oranges (1kg)

$1.09 LBP 98.0K

$0.59 LBP 52.5K

$1.95 LBP 174.9K

Tomato (1kg)

$1.04 LBP 93.2K

$0.58 LBP 52.2K

$1.95 LBP 174.1K

Potato (1kg)

$0.93 LBP 83.6K

$0.48 LBP 43.1K

$1.44 LBP 129.3K

Onion (1kg)

$1.00 LBP 89.6K

$0.59 LBP 52.7K

$1.96 LBP 175.7K

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.82 LBP 73.2K

$0.48 LBP 43.1K

$1.44 LBP 129.2K

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.56 LBP 49.9K

$0.31 LBP 27.7K

$1.03 LBP 92.5K

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$2.47 LBP 220.6K

$1.97 LBP 176.5K

$3.94 LBP 353.0K

Wine (Bottle)

$11.15 LBP 998.0K

$5.07 LBP 453.6K

$15.21 LBP 1.4M

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.22 LBP 109.4K

$0.97 LBP 86.8K

$1.94 LBP 173.7K

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.24 LBP 200.1K

$1.19 LBP 106.5K

$3.59 LBP 321.3K

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$2.06 LBP 184.0K

$0.62 LBP 55.2K

$3.08 LBP 276.0K

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$73.1 LBP 6.5M

$40.83 LBP 3.7M

$121 LBP 10.8M

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$5.14 LBP 459.8K

$4.11 LBP 367.9K

$9.51 LBP 850.7K

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.26 LBP 112.8K

$0.62 LBP 55.9K

$2.02 LBP 180.4K

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$20.28 LBP 1.8M

$10.14 LBP 907.6K

$30.42 LBP 2.7M

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.93 LBP 83.4K

$0.77 LBP 68.9K

$1.11 LBP 99.7K

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$34.9K LBP 3.1B

$25.0K LBP 2.2B

$53.4K LBP 4.8B

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$28.0K LBP 2.5B

$17.1K LBP 1.5B

$35.2K LBP 3.1B

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$218 LBP 19.5M

$108 LBP 9.6M

$481 LBP 43.1M

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$37.76 LBP 3.4M

$15.04 LBP 1.3M

$71.7 LBP 6.4M

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$37.59 LBP 3.4M

$25.30 LBP 2.3M

$70.8 LBP 6.3M

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$67.3 LBP 6.0M

$34.56 LBP 3.1M

$148 LBP 13.3M

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$29.78 LBP 2.7M

$15.17 LBP 1.4M

$45.52 LBP 4.1M

Cinema Ticket

$8.05 LBP 720.1K

$5.03 LBP 450.0K

$15.08 LBP 1.4M

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$297 LBP 26.6M

$164 LBP 14.7M

$393 LBP 35.2M

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$4,435 LBP 396.9M

$2,993 LBP 267.9M

$12.5K LBP 1.1B

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$70.2 LBP 6.3M

$29.67 LBP 2.7M

$148 LBP 13.3M

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$44.66 LBP 4.0M

$29.78 LBP 2.7M

$79.4 LBP 7.1M

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$125 LBP 11.2M

$71.3 LBP 6.4M

$234 LBP 21.0M

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$94.2 LBP 8.4M

$59.8 LBP 5.4M

$150 LBP 13.4M

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$808 LBP 72.3M

$454 LBP 40.7M

$2,323 LBP 207.9M

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$368 LBP 32.9M

$248 LBP 22.2M

$992 LBP 88.8M

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,959 LBP 175.4M

$1,481 LBP 132.5M

$4,443 LBP 397.6M

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$976 LBP 87.3M

$509 LBP 45.6M

$2,036 LBP 182.2M

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$3,689 LBP 330.1M

$2,457 LBP 219.9M

$5,406 LBP 483.9M

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,913 LBP 171.2M

$1,319 LBP 118.1M

$2,841 LBP 254.3M

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$606 LBP 54.2M

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

11.16

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: January 12, 2026

Beirut Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

Mobile

109

Mbps

Fixed Broadband

Mbps

The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

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Cost of Living in Beirut - Frequently Asked Questions

Beirut presents a balanced picture: some days feel budget-friendly, others deviate by location and lifestyle. Local markets and casual eateries keep daily food costs manageable, while accommodation and entertainment can vary widely by neighborhood and season. For many, choosing a neighborhood with mix of local services and easy transit helps stretch budgets without sacrificing quality. Cost of Living in Beirut, Lebanon provides a useful snapshot of how lifestyle choices drive the bottom line more than any fixed price. Tip: test several areas with short stays, map amenities, and set a flexible threshold for housing and food.

Daily life in Beirut blends quick access to cafes, markets, and transit with a desire for space and quiet at home. When searching for housing, compare short-term sublets with longer contracts in necks of Achrafieh, Hamra, and Mar Mikhael for balance of charm and practicality; look for landlords who include utilities in rent to simplify budgeting. For meals, street food and local groceries offer value, while fresh produce markets keep costs predictable. Transport ranges from buses and shared taxis to occasional rideshare, and coworking spaces can give you reliable connectivity. Be mindful of Beirut, Lebanon living cost patterns across seasons. Tip: keep a flexible schedule to avoid peak times.

Quality of life in Beirut often hinges on balancing pace with access to services, outdoor spaces, and community. Build a simple budgeting framework: categorize housing, food, transport, and misc, then track flexible expenses like entertainment and utilities to avoid surprises. Seasonal shifts show up in crowd levels and cafe demand, so consider shoulder-season stays to enjoy lower crowds and easier access to venues. Neighborhood fit depends on daily rhythms; connect with areas near work or study hubs, assess safety, walkability, and noise, and test commute times at different hours. Tip: set a trail of neighborhood visits during weekends to feel the vibe before committing long-term.