Cost of Living in Beirut, Lebanon
Beirut is a city in Lebanon, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,324 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $772 per month, or $430 outside the centre. Internet is slow at around 19 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Beirut scores 28/100 — below average on safety for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 89°F and winter highs around 65°F, with roughly 287 sunny days a year.
Beirut Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Beirut
How Beirut Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Beirut ranks in the top 12% for food scene, but sits in the bottom 3% for internet speed. It is cheaper than 60% of them.
| Metric | Beirut | World rank | Rank in Middle East |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $1,324 | #134 of 340 | #3 of 9 |
| Safety | 28/100 | #329 of 340 | #8 of 9 |
| Healthcare | 65/100 | #200 of 340 | #8 of 9 |
| Internet speed | 19 Mbps | #333 of 340 | #9 of 9 |
| Walkability | 55/100 | #166 of 340 | #3 of 9 |
| Public transit | 25/100 | #224 of 340 | #5 of 9 |
| Food scene | 88/100 | #40 of 340 | #1 of 9 |
| Air quality | 69/100 | #280 of 340 | #4 of 9 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Beirut
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Beirut.
- Amman, Jordan — $1,047/mo, 21% cheaper, safety 66/100
Beirut FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Beirut?
A single person should budget around $1,324 per month in Beirut, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $3,184 per month excluding rent.
How much is rent in Beirut?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Beirut averages $772 per month, dropping to about $430 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $1,934.
Is Beirut safe?
Beirut scores 28/100 on safety, which is below average on safety. Tourist safety is rated 42/100.
How fast is the internet in Beirut?
Median download speeds in Beirut are around 19 Mbps — slow for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 18 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Lebanon offer a digital nomad visa?
Lebanon does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 30 days visa-free.
What is the weather like in Beirut?
Beirut sees summer highs around 89°F and winter highs near 65°F, with about 287 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 48 days.
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