Updated Jan 26, 2026
KEY STATS
2.4M
Population
363 km2
Area
189 Mbps
Internet
UTC+01:00
Timezone
ALG (12km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Algiers cascades down Mediterranean cliffs, where Ottoman casbah alleys contrast with gleaming bayfront promenades. Remote workers enjoy stable connections and quick flights from Houari Boumediene Airport. Mild coastal winters invite seaside laptop sessions savoring fresh seafood.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Algeria
Region
Northern Africa
Population
2.4M
Timezone
UTC+01:00
Language
Arabic
Status
Capital City
Airport
ALG
GPS
36.73, 3.09
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
635 restaurants mapped in Algiers
Tech
Solid 189 Mbps internet — reliable for remote work and streaming
Economy
71% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
History
Founded around 944 — over 1,082 years of history
Connections
Algiers has 27 sister cities worldwide
INFRASTRUCTURE
11,069 total POIs 30.5 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
635
Cafes
570
Bars
9
Fast Food
523
Shopping
Supermarkets
97
Convenience
712
Shopping Malls
90
Healthcare
Hospitals
92
Clinics
866
Pharmacies
624
Education
Schools
1,039
Universities
143
Libraries
71
Recreation
Parks
599
Playgrounds
85
Sports
300
Cinemas
22
Museums
19
Theatres
16
Transport
Bus Stops
717
Train Stations
124
Fuel Stations
106
Services
Banks
223
ATMs
97
Post Offices
128
Police
213
Fire Stations
42
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
189 Mbps
Download
101 Mbps
Upload
9ms
Latency
92,540
Tests
21,130
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Apr - Oct
13°
J
14°
F
16°
M
19°
A
22°
M
24°
J
25°
J
24°
A
22°
S
19°
O
16°
N
14°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 19.1 C Range: 13 - 25.2 C Rain: 418 mm/year Sunshine: 3,675 h/year
CITY SCORES
98.5
Nomad Index
A
Livability
52.7
Culture
76.2
Overall
COST OF LIVING
DIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
29.2
Overall
71% cheaper than NYC
5.3
Rent
95% cheaper than NYC
35.8
Groceries
64% cheaper than NYC
18.3
Restaurants
82% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
ALG
Houari Boumediene Airport
12 km from center
Very close — ~18 min ride
FUN FACTS
Algiers is the capital city of Algeria, located on the Mediterranean Sea in the north-central portion of the country.
In 2025, an estimated 4.325 million people resided within the urban area.
Algiers is the largest city in Algeria, the third-largest city on the Mediterranean, the sixth-largest city in the Arab world, and the 29th-largest city in Africa by population.
Algiers is the capital of the Algiers Province; it extends over many communes without having its own separate governing body.
It extends along the Bay of Algiers surrounded by the Mitidja Plain and major mountain ranges.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Algiers known for?
Algiers cascades down Mediterranean cliffs, where Ottoman casbah alleys contrast with gleaming bayfront promenades. Remote workers enjoy stable connections and quick flights from Houari Boumediene Airport. Mild coastal winters invite seaside laptop sessions savoring fresh seafood.
How fast is the internet in Algiers?
Algiers has an average download speed of 189 Mbps and upload speed of 101 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Algiers?
Algiers has an average year-round temperature of approximately 19.1 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Algiers?
Algiers is served by ALG (Houari Boumediene Airport), approximately 12 km from the city center.
What is the population of Algiers?
The population of Algiers is approximately 2.4M.
What infrastructure does Algiers have?
Algiers has 11,069 mapped points of interest, including 635 restaurants, 92 hospitals, 1,039 schools.
What country is Algiers in?
Algiers is located in Algeria.