In 2022, the average weekly wage of women working in Egypt's public sector stood at nearly 2,892 Egyptian pounds (nearly 56.64 U.S. dollars). This was lower than the average weekly wage among men, which was close to 2,733 Egyptian pounds (53.52 U.S. dollars). The private sector showed the opposite trend. Average weekly salaries of men reached 965 Egyptian pounds (around 18.90 U.S. dollars), while they were lower among women, at 950 Egyptian pounds (18.61 U.S. dollars).

Key information about Egypt Monthly Earnings

• Egypt Monthly Earnings stood at 163 USD in Dec 2023, compared with the previous figure of 219 USD in Dec 2022
• Egypt Monthly Earnings data is updated yearly, available from Dec 1999 to Dec 2023, with an average number of 359 USD
• The data reached the an all-time high of 456 USD in Dec 2015 and a record low of 119 USD in Dec 2003

CEIC calculates Monthly Earnings from Average Weekly Earnings multiplied by 4 and converts it into USD. Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics provides Average Weekly Wages in local currency. The Central Bank of Egypt average market exchange rate is used for currency conversions.


Further information about Egypt Monthly Earnings

• In the latest reports, Egypt Population reached 108 million people in Jun 2025
• Unemployment Rate of Egypt increased to 6 % in Sep 2025
• The country's Labour Force Participation Rate increased to 44 % in Jun 2024

Egypt Average Household Income: Value data was reported at 81,466.600 EGP in 2022. This records an increase from the previous number of 69,059.600 EGP for 2020. Egypt Average Household Income: Value data is updated yearly, averaging 37,342.750 EGP from Jun 2005 (Median) to 2022, with 8 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 81,466.600 EGP in 2022 and a record low of 13,457.900 EGP in 2005. Egypt Average Household Income: Value data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Egypt – Table EG.H012: Average Household Income.

Minimum Wages in Egypt increased to 7000 EGP/Month in 2025 from 6000 EGP/Month in 2024. This dataset provides - Egypt Minimum Wages- actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the median household income in Egypt. It can be utilized to understand the trend in median household income and to analyze the income distribution in Egypt by household type, size, and across various income brackets.

Content

The dataset will have the following datasets when applicable

Please note: The 2020 1-Year ACS estimates data was not reported by the Census Bureau due to the impact on survey collection and analysis caused by COVID-19. Consequently, median household income data for 2020 is unavailable for large cities (population 65,000 and above).

• Egypt, AR Median Household Income Trends (2010-2021, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars)
• Median Household Income Variation by Family Size in Egypt, AR: Comparative analysis across 7 household sizes
• Income Distribution by Quintile: Mean Household Income in Egypt, AR
• Egypt, AR households by income brackets: family, non-family, and total, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars

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Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

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Egypt Average Household Income: Value: Rural data was reported at 38,305.100 EGP in 2015. This records an increase from the previous number of 26,844.400 EGP for 2013. Egypt Average Household Income: Value: Rural data is updated yearly, averaging 21,369.600 EGP from Jun 2005 (Median) to 2015, with 5 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 38,305.100 EGP in 2015 and a record low of 11,081.400 EGP in 2005. Egypt Average Household Income: Value: Rural data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Egypt – Table EG.H012: Average Household Income.

Egypt Average Household Income: Percentage Distribution: Wages and Salaries data was reported at 67.100 % in 2015. This records a decrease from the previous number of 70.300 % for 2013. Egypt Average Household Income: Percentage Distribution: Wages and Salaries data is updated yearly, averaging 70.400 % from Jun 2005 (Median) to 2015, with 5 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 74.600 % in 2005 and a record low of 67.100 % in 2015. Egypt Average Household Income: Percentage Distribution: Wages and Salaries data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Egypt – Table EG.H012: Average Household Income.

The national minimum wage for permanent workers in both the private and public sectors in Egypt reached ***** Egyptian pounds taking effect as of January 1st, 2023, which is about **** U.S. dollars. This was an increase from ***** Egyptian pounds (comparable to ***** U.S. dollars) in 2022.

Furthermore, the Egyptian Prime Minister, Mostafa Madbouly, declared raising the minimum wage for the employees in the governmental sector to ***** Egyptian pounds (**** U.S. dollars) in late October 2022.

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About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the median household incomes over the past decade across various racial categories identified by the U.S. Census Bureau in Egypt. It portrays the median household income of the head of household across racial categories (excluding ethnicity) as identified by the Census Bureau. It also showcases the annual income trends, between 2013 and 2023, providing insights into the economic shifts within diverse racial communities.The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into income disparities and variations across racial categories, aiding in data analysis and decision-making..

Key observations

• White: In Egypt, the median household income for the households where the householder is White decreased by $15,798(34.89%), between 2013 and 2023. The median household income, in 2023 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $45,277 in 2013 and $29,479 in 2023.
• Black or African American: As per the U.S. Census Bureau population data, in Egypt, there are no households where the householder is Black or African American; hence, the median household income for the Black or African American population is not applicable.
• Refer to the research insights for more key observations on American Indian and Alaska Native, Asian, Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander, Some other race and Two or more races (multiracial) households

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Racial categories include:

• White
• Black or African American
• American Indian and Alaska Native
• Asian
• Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
• Some other race
• Two or more races (multiracial)

Variables / Data Columns

• Race of the head of household: This column presents the self-identified race of the household head, encompassing all relevant racial categories (excluding ethnicity) applicable in Egypt.
• 2010: 2010 median household income
• 2011: 2011 median household income
• 2012: 2012 median household income
• 2013: 2013 median household income
• 2014: 2014 median household income
• 2015: 2015 median household income
• 2016: 2016 median household income
• 2017: 2017 median household income
• 2018: 2018 median household income
• 2019: 2019 median household income
• 2020: 2020 median household income
• 2021: 2021 median household income
• 2022: 2022 median household income
• 2023: 2023 median household income
• Please note: All incomes have been adjusted for inflation and are presented in 2023-inflation-adjusted dollars.

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Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Egypt median household income by race. You can refer the same here

In 2019, the average weekly wage of men in the private sector amounted to close to 1.05 thousand Egyptian pounds (comparable to 57.2 U.S. dollars), while it was lower for women at 906 Egyptian pounds (nearly 49.3 U.S. dollars). Men's salaries were higher than those of women in the private sector, with both increasing yearly in the period under review.

Egypt Average Household Income: Percentage Distribution: Urban: Wages and Salaries data was reported at 63.900 % in 2015. This records a decrease from the previous number of 67.800 % for 2013. Egypt Average Household Income: Percentage Distribution: Urban: Wages and Salaries data is updated yearly, averaging 67.800 % from Jun 2005 (Median) to 2015, with 5 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 72.400 % in 2005 and a record low of 63.900 % in 2015. Egypt Average Household Income: Percentage Distribution: Urban: Wages and Salaries data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Egypt – Table EG.H012: Average Household Income.

The Gross Domestic Product per capita in Egypt was last recorded at 4137.61 US dollars in 2024. The GDP per Capita in Egypt is equivalent to 33 percent of the world's average. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - Egypt GDP per capita - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.

In 2019, the average weekly wage of women in the public sector was nearly **** thousand Egyptian pounds (almost **** U.S. dollars), while it was lower for men at **** thousand Egyptian pounds (close to **** U.S. dollars). Over the observed period, women's salaries were higher than those of men in the public sector, with both increasing yearly.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents median income data over a decade or more for males and females categorized by Total, Full-Time Year-Round (FT), and Part-Time (PT) employment in Egypt. It showcases annual income, providing insights into gender-specific income distributions and the disparities between full-time and part-time work. The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into gender-based pay disparity trends and explore the variations in income for male and female individuals.

Key observations: Insights from 2021

Based on our analysis ACS 2017-2021 5-Year Estimates, we present the following observations: - All workers, aged 15 years and older: In Egypt, the median income for all workers aged 15 years and older, regardless of work hours, was $28,374 for males and $15,763 for females.

These income figures highlight a substantial gender-based income gap in Egypt. Women, regardless of work hours, earn 56 cents for each dollar earned by men. This significant gender pay gap, approximately 44%, underscores concerning gender-based income inequality in the town of Egypt.

- Full-time workers, aged 15 years and older: In Egypt, among full-time, year-round workers aged 15 years and older, males earned a median income of $31,076, while females earned $32,090

Surprisingly, within the subset of full-time workers, women earn a higher income than men, earning 1.03 dollars for every dollar earned by men. This suggests that within full-time roles, womens median incomes significantly surpass mens, contrary to broader workforce trends.

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Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2017-2021 5-Year Estimates. All incomes have been adjusting for inflation and are presented in 2022-inflation-adjusted dollars.

Gender classifications include:

• Male
• Female

Employment type classifications include:

• Full-time, year-round: A full-time, year-round worker is a person who worked full time (35 or more hours per week) and 50 or more weeks during the previous calendar year.
• Part-time: A part-time worker is a person who worked less than 35 hours per week during the previous calendar year.

Variables / Data Columns

• Year: This column presents the data year. Expected values are 2010 to 2022
• Male Total Income: Annual median income, for males regardless of work hours
• Male FT Income: Annual median income, for males working full time, year-round
• Male PT Income: Annual median income, for males working part time
• Female Total Income: Annual median income, for females regardless of work hours
• Female FT Income: Annual median income, for females working full time, year-round
• Female PT Income: Annual median income, for females working part time

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Egypt median household income by gender. You can refer the same here

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the distribution of median household income among distinct age brackets of householders in Egypt. Based on the latest 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates from the American Community Survey, it displays how income varies among householders of different ages in Egypt. It showcases how household incomes typically rise as the head of the household gets older. The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into age-based household income trends and explore the variations in incomes across households.

Key observations: Insights from 2022

In terms of income distribution across age cohorts, in Egypt, where there exist only two delineated age groups, the median household income is $52,063 for householders within the 45 to 64 years age group, compared to $26,589 for the 65 years and over age group.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates. All incomes have been adjusting for inflation and are presented in 2023-inflation-adjusted dollars.

Age groups classifications include:

• Under 25 years
• 25 to 44 years
• 45 to 64 years
• 65 years and over

Variables / Data Columns

• Age Of The Head Of Household: This column presents the age of the head of household
• Median Household Income: Median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars for the specific age group

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Egypt median household income by age. You can refer the same here

Egypt Wages: Weekly Average data was reported at 1,251.000 EGP in 2023. This records an increase from the previous number of 1,052.000 EGP for 2022. Egypt Wages: Weekly Average data is updated yearly, averaging 534.000 EGP from Dec 1999 (Median) to 2023, with 25 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,283.000 EGP in 2019 and a record low of 143.000 EGP in 1999. Egypt Wages: Weekly Average data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Egypt – Table EG.G018: Wages and Salaries.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the median household income across different racial categories in Egypt. It portrays the median household income of the head of household across racial categories (excluding ethnicity) as identified by the Census Bureau. The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into economic disparities and trends and explore the variations in median houshold income for diverse racial categories.

Key observations

Based on our analysis of the distribution of Egypt population by race & ethnicity, the population is predominantly White. This particular racial category constitutes the majority, accounting for 96.88% of the total residents in Egypt. Notably, the median household income for White households is $29,479. Interestingly, White is both the largest group and the one with the highest median household income, which stands at $29,479.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Racial categories include:

• White
• Black or African American
• American Indian and Alaska Native
• Asian
• Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
• Some other race
• Two or more races (multiracial)

Variables / Data Columns

• Race of the head of household: This column presents the self-identified race of the household head, encompassing all relevant racial categories (excluding ethnicity) applicable in Egypt.
• Median household income: Median household income, adjusting for inflation, presented in 2023-inflation-adjusted dollars

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Egypt median household income by race. You can refer the same here

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the the household distribution across 16 income brackets among four distinct age groups in Egypt: Under 25 years, 25-44 years, 45-64 years, and over 65 years. The dataset highlights the variation in household income, offering valuable insights into economic trends and disparities within different age categories, aiding in data analysis and decision-making..

Key observations

• Upon closer examination of the distribution of households among age brackets, it reveals that there are 3(11.54%) households where the householder is under 25 years old, 8(30.77%) households with a householder aged between 25 and 44 years, 7(26.92%) households with a householder aged between 45 and 64 years, and 8(30.77%) households where the householder is over 65 years old.
• In Egypt, the age group of 25 to 44 years stands out with both the highest median income and the maximum share of households. This alignment suggests a financially stable demographic, indicating an established community with stable careers and higher incomes.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2017-2021 5-Year Estimates.

Income brackets:

• Less than $10,000
• $10,000 to $14,999
• $15,000 to $19,999
• $20,000 to $24,999
• $25,000 to $29,999
• $30,000 to $34,999
• $35,000 to $39,999
• $40,000 to $44,999
• $45,000 to $49,999
• $50,000 to $59,999
• $60,000 to $74,999
• $75,000 to $99,999
• $100,000 to $124,999
• $125,000 to $149,999
• $150,000 to $199,999
• $200,000 or more

Variables / Data Columns

• Household Income: This column showcases 16 income brackets ranging from Under $10,000 to $200,000+ ( As mentioned above).
• Under 25 years: The count of households led by a head of household under 25 years old with income within a specified income bracket.
• 25 to 44 years: The count of households led by a head of household 25 to 44 years old with income within a specified income bracket.
• 45 to 64 years: The count of households led by a head of household 45 to 64 years old with income within a specified income bracket.
• 65 years and over: The count of households led by a head of household 65 years and over old with income within a specified income bracket.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Egypt median household income by age. You can refer the same here

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents median household incomes for various household sizes in Egypt, AR, as reported by the U.S. Census Bureau. The dataset highlights the variation in median household income with the size of the family unit, offering valuable insights into economic trends and disparities within different household sizes, aiding in data analysis and decision-making.

Key observations

• Of the 7 household sizes (1 person to 7-or-more person households) reported by the census bureau, only 2-person households were found in Egypt. The coefficient of variation (CV) is 63.54%. This high CV indicates high relative variability, suggesting that the incomes vary significantly across different sizes of households.
• In the most recent year, 2023, The smallest household size for which the bureau reported a median household income was 2-person households, with an income of $28,438. Additionally, the Census Bureau did not report a median household income for larger household sizes.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Household Sizes:

• 1-person households
• 2-person households
• 3-person households
• 4-person households
• 5-person households
• 6-person households
• 7-or-more-person households

Variables / Data Columns

• Household Size: This column showcases 7 household sizes ranging from 1-person households to 7-or-more-person households (As mentioned above).
• Median Household Income: Median household income, in 2023 inflation-adjusted dollars for the specific household size.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Egypt median household income. You can refer the same here