Cost of Living in Beirut - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $828 (excluding rent), and $1,401 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,068 (excluding rent), and $3,215 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$10.75 LBP 961.8K

$5.96 LBP 533.3K

$24.83 LBP 2.2M

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$59.7 LBP 5.3M

$49.78 LBP 4.5M

$99.6 LBP 8.9M

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$8.08 LBP 723.2K

$7.07 LBP 632.8K

$11.36 LBP 1.0M

Cappuccino

$3.29 LBP 294.9K

$0.99 LBP 88.5K

$5.94 LBP 531.3K

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

$1.57 LBP 140.8K

$0.98 LBP 87.4K

$1.95 LBP 174.8K

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.87 LBP 77.6K

$0.48 LBP 43.1K

$1.44 LBP 129.3K

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$3.42 LBP 305.7K

$1.95 LBP 174.7K

$4.88 LBP 436.7K

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$5.03 LBP 450.4K

$3.02 LBP 270.2K

$6.04 LBP 540.5K

Milk (1 liter)

$1.71 LBP 153.3K

$1.37 LBP 122.7K

$2.38 LBP 212.9K

White Bread (500g)

$0.78 LBP 69.9K

$0.38 LBP 34.1K

$2.86 LBP 255.6K

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.76 LBP 157.8K

$0.99 LBP 88.2K

$2.96 LBP 264.5K

Eggs

$3.10 LBP 277.4K

$1.18 LBP 106.0K

$4.94 LBP 441.8K

Local Cheese (1kg)

$11.22 LBP 1.0M

$4.96 LBP 444.2K

$21.34 LBP 1.9M

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$9.66 LBP 864.8K

$6.61 LBP 591.7K

$12.51 LBP 1.1M

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$11.24 LBP 1.0M

$8.86 LBP 792.9K

$14.77 LBP 1.3M

Apples (1kg)

$1.82 LBP 163.1K

$0.46 LBP 41.5K

$4.12 LBP 368.5K

Banana (1kg)

$1.47 LBP 131.4K

$0.59 LBP 52.9K

$1.97 LBP 176.3K

Oranges (1kg)

$1.15 LBP 102.7K

$0.61 LBP 55.0K

$2.05 LBP 183.4K

Tomato (1kg)

$1.04 LBP 92.9K

$0.58 LBP 52.1K

$1.94 LBP 173.7K

Potato (1kg)

$0.98 LBP 88.0K

$0.51 LBP 45.4K

$1.52 LBP 136.1K

Onion (1kg)

$1.00 LBP 89.9K

$0.59 LBP 52.9K

$1.97 LBP 176.2K

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.81 LBP 72.5K

$0.48 LBP 42.6K

$1.43 LBP 127.9K

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.52 LBP 46.1K

$0.29 LBP 25.6K

$0.95 LBP 85.4K

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$2.56 LBP 229.0K

$2.05 LBP 183.2K

$4.09 LBP 366.4K

Wine (Bottle)

$11.01 LBP 985.5K

$5.01 LBP 448.0K

$15.02 LBP 1.3M

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.25 LBP 111.4K

$0.99 LBP 88.5K

$1.98 LBP 176.9K

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.20 LBP 197.3K

$1.17 LBP 105.0K

$3.54 LBP 316.8K

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$1.98 LBP 177.6K

$0.60 LBP 53.3K

$2.98 LBP 266.5K

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$73.5 LBP 6.6M

$41.03 LBP 3.7M

$122 LBP 10.9M

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$4.87 LBP 435.6K

$3.89 LBP 348.5K

$9.00 LBP 805.9K

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.24 LBP 110.8K

$0.61 LBP 55.0K

$1.98 LBP 177.3K

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$20.39 LBP 1.8M

$10.19 LBP 912.4K

$30.58 LBP 2.7M

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.90 LBP 80.2K

$0.74 LBP 66.3K

$1.07 LBP 95.9K

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

$34.5K LBP 3.1B

$24.7K LBP 2.2B

$52.8K LBP 4.7B

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

$27.8K LBP 2.5B

$17.0K LBP 1.5B

$35.0K 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)

$37.23 LBP 3.3M

$14.82 LBP 1.3M

$70.7 LBP 6.3M

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$37.22 LBP 3.3M

$25.04 LBP 2.2M

$70.1 LBP 6.3M

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$67.6 LBP 6.0M

$34.71 LBP 3.1M

$149 LBP 13.3M

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$30.03 LBP 2.7M

$15.30 LBP 1.4M

$45.90 LBP 4.1M

Cinema Ticket

$7.83 LBP 700.5K

$4.89 LBP 437.8K

$14.67 LBP 1.3M

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

$304 LBP 27.2M

$168 LBP 15.0M

$402 LBP 36.0M

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$4,532 LBP 405.6M

$3,059 LBP 273.8M

$12.7K LBP 1.1B

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$72.3 LBP 6.5M

$30.56 LBP 2.7M

$153 LBP 13.7M

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$45.04 LBP 4.0M

$30.03 LBP 2.7M

$80.1 LBP 7.2M

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$123 LBP 11.0M

$70.1 LBP 6.3M

$230 LBP 20.6M

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$94.1 LBP 8.4M

$59.8 LBP 5.4M

$149 LBP 13.4M

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$808 LBP 72.4M

$455 LBP 40.7M

$2,324 LBP 208.0M

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$377 LBP 33.8M

$254 LBP 22.8M

$1,018 LBP 91.1M

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,994 LBP 178.4M

$1,507 LBP 134.9M

$4,521 LBP 404.6M

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$957 LBP 85.7M

$499 LBP 44.7M

$1,998 LBP 178.8M

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$3,742 LBP 334.9M

$2,493 LBP 223.1M

$5,484 LBP 490.8M

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,822 LBP 163.1M

$1,310 LBP 117.2M

$2,821 LBP 252.5M

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$653 LBP 58.5M

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

11.16

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

Last update: March 1, 2026

Beirut Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

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Fixed Broadband

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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.