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Cost of Living in Hamra - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $722 (excluding rent), and $882 including rent.
Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,813 (excluding rent), and $1,923 including rent.
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🍽 Eating Out
Cost
Range
Meal at Budget Restaurant
$10.99 LBP 983.9K
$6.10 LBP 545.6K
$25.40 LBP 2.3M
Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range
$60.5 LBP 5.4M
$50.4 LBP 4.5M
$101 LBP 9.0M
Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)
$7.80 LBP 698.0K
$6.82 LBP 610.8K
$10.97 LBP 981.6K
Cappuccino
$3.40 LBP 304.1K
$1.02 LBP 91.3K
$6.12 LBP 548.0K
Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)
$1.57 LBP 140.3K
$0.97 LBP 87.1K
$1.95 LBP 174.3K
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.92 LBP 82.4K
$0.51 LBP 45.8K
$1.53 LBP 137.3K
Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$3.55 LBP 317.3K
$2.03 LBP 181.3K
$5.06 LBP 453.3K
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$5.04 LBP 451.3K
$3.03 LBP 270.8K
$6.05 LBP 541.6K
🛒 Groceries & Markets
Cost
Range
Milk (1 liter)
$1.73 LBP 155.0K
$1.39 LBP 124.0K
$2.40 LBP 215.2K
White Bread (500g)
$0.79 LBP 71.0K
$0.39 LBP 34.6K
$2.90 LBP 259.6K
Rice (white) (1kg)
$1.82 LBP 162.5K
$1.01 LBP 90.8K
$3.04 LBP 272.4K
Eggs
$3.07 LBP 275.2K
$1.18 LBP 105.2K
$4.90 LBP 438.2K
Local Cheese (1kg)
$11.10 LBP 993.1K
$4.91 LBP 439.4K
$21.11 LBP 1.9M
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$9.70 LBP 867.7K
$6.63 LBP 593.7K
$12.55 LBP 1.1M
Beef Round Steak (1kg)
$11.31 LBP 1.0M
$8.91 LBP 797.7K
$14.85 LBP 1.3M
Apples (1kg)
$1.75 LBP 156.9K
$0.45 LBP 39.9K
$3.96 LBP 354.5K
Banana (1kg)
$1.51 LBP 135.2K
$0.61 LBP 54.5K
$2.03 LBP 181.5K
Oranges (1kg)
$1.11 LBP 99.0K
$0.59 LBP 53.1K
$1.98 LBP 176.9K
Tomato (1kg)
$1.08 LBP 96.7K
$0.61 LBP 54.2K
$2.02 LBP 180.7K
Potato (1kg)
$1.00 LBP 89.1K
$0.51 LBP 45.9K
$1.54 LBP 137.7K
Onion (1kg)
$1.00 LBP 89.3K
$0.59 LBP 52.5K
$1.96 LBP 175.0K
Lettuce (1 head)
$0.81 LBP 72.7K
$0.48 LBP 42.8K
$1.43 LBP 128.4K
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$0.53 LBP 47.4K
$0.29 LBP 26.3K
$0.98 LBP 87.7K
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)
$2.45 LBP 219.2K
$1.96 LBP 175.3K
$3.92 LBP 350.7K
Wine (Bottle)
$10.88 LBP 974.1K
$4.95 LBP 442.8K
$14.84 LBP 1.3M
Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
$1.22 LBP 109.6K
$0.97 LBP 87.0K
$1.94 LBP 174.0K
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$2.22 LBP 198.9K
$1.18 LBP 105.8K
$3.57 LBP 319.4K
🚌 Getting Around
Cost
Range
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$5.15 LBP 460.6K
$4.12 LBP 368.5K
$9.52 LBP 852.1K
Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)
$1.24 LBP 110.9K
$0.61 LBP 55.0K
$1.98 LBP 177.5K
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$19.88 LBP 1.8M
$9.94 LBP 889.6K
$29.82 LBP 2.7M
Gasoline (1 liter)
$0.90 LBP 80.7K
$0.75 LBP 66.7K
$1.08 LBP 96.5K
Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)
$35.0K 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)
$27.8K LBP 2.5B
$17.0K LBP 1.5B
$34.9K LBP 3.1B
🧾 Monthly Utilities & Internet
Cost
Range
Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)
$214 LBP 19.2M
$106 LBP 9.5M
$474 LBP 42.4M
SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)
$38.22 LBP 3.4M
$15.22 LBP 1.4M
$72.5 LBP 6.5M
Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)
$36.98 LBP 3.3M
$24.89 LBP 2.2M
$69.7 LBP 6.2M
🎉 Sport & Entertainment
Cost
Range
Cinema Ticket
$8.11 LBP 726.0K
$5.07 LBP 453.7K
$15.21 LBP 1.4M
🧸 Childcare & Education
Cost
Range
Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)
$298 LBP 26.6M
$164 LBP 14.7M
$394 LBP 35.3M
International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)
$4,415 LBP 395.1M
$2,980 LBP 266.7M
$12.4K LBP 1.1B
👕👟 Clothing & Footwear
Cost
Range
Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$70.3 LBP 6.3M
$29.71 LBP 2.7M
$149 LBP 13.3M
Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)
$45.64 LBP 4.1M
$30.42 LBP 2.7M
$81.1 LBP 7.3M
Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)
$124 LBP 11.1M
$70.9 LBP 6.3M
$233 LBP 20.8M
Men's Leather Business Shoes
$95.2 LBP 8.5M
$60.5 LBP 5.4M
$151 LBP 13.5M
💵 Salaries & Financials
Cost
Range
20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)
11.16
9
13

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Last update: January 12, 2026

Hamra Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

Mobile

Download
14
Mbps
Upload
9
Mbps
Latency
43
ms

Fixed Broadband

Download
63
Mbps
Upload
44
Mbps
Latency
11
ms
The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.
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Cost of Living in Hamra - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Hamra compare in overall affordability for travelers, expats, and digital nomads, and who tends to find it good value?
The Cost of Living in Hamra sits in a middle ground for Beirut, offering a mix of budget-friendly street life and more polished options along Hamra Street. For travelers, budget-friendly guesthouses or modest apartments and cooking some meals help manage costs; for expats, steady routines around cafes, access to public transit, and nearby services keep daily life convenient without breaking the bank. Digital nomads will appreciate reliable wifi in several cafes and a compact, walkable neighborhood with a blend of foreign and local vibes. Tip: Prioritize proximity to a grocery store and transit lines to keep daily costs predictable.
What should you know about daily life in Hamra for housing search, meals, transport, and getting work done?
Start by surveying a few blocks around Hamra Street, comparing studios, shared flats, and short-term rentals. Housing varies by building age, proximity to AUB, and street noise. For meals, you’ll find affordable street foods, bakeries, and casual restaurants with good value. Public transport is practical, with buses and ride-hailing options; walking is common. Co-working is possible in cafes and small spaces; errands are straightforward with nearby markets. Hamra living cost fluctuates with term-time demand and nightlife, so plan ahead for peak periods. Tip: Build a shortlist of neighborhoods you’d be happy waking up in.
How can you optimize quality of life and budgeting in Hamra, considering seasonality and neighborhood fit?
A practical budgeting framework starts with flexible categories – housing, food, transport, and occasional work amenities – so you can adapt as prices move. In Hamra, a walkable base near cafes and markets lets you mix paid coworking with affordable, low-friction errands. Seasonal shifts mean busier streets in term time and during events, with quieter spells between. To save, lean on local groceries, cook at home some nights, and choose shared or shorter-term stays when possible. Neighborhood fit comes from testing a few blocks: look for tree-lined streets, access to late-night services, and quieter evenings away from nightlife. Tip: Revisit your plan monthly and adjust for price flickers.

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