Sharm El Sheikh

🇪🇬Egypt•North Africa

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living26

Safety55

Healthcare57

Career Opportunities48

Climate51

Transport56

Air Quality56

Family Friendliness57.67

Education50

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Sharm El Sheikh a good place to live?

Sharm El Sheikh scores 50/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 26/100), moderately safe (safety: 55/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 57/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Sharm El Sheikh?

Sharm El Sheikh has a cost of living score of 26/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Sharm El Sheikh?

Sharm El Sheikh has a transport score of 56/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Sharm El Sheikh?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Sharm El Sheikh are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Sharm El Sheikh safe for expats?

Sharm El Sheikh has a safety score of 55/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 56/100.

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