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Cost of Living Guide in Morocco

Complete pricing for housing, food, transportation, and everyday expenses

Morocco offers a significantly cheaper cost of living than the African average, with overall expenses and especially rents among the lowest in the region. It's an excellent value for expats and digital nomads seeking affordable living in vibrant cities like Casablanca, Rabat, and Marrakech. No home country comparison available.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
8,000-12,000 MAD ($800-$1,200) for a single person, covering basics in a smaller city.
Comfortable
12,000-18,000 MAD ($1,200-$1,800) for a single expat or digital nomad in a major city.
Family of four
20,000-35,000 MAD ($2,000-$3,500) for a family of four, excluding international schooling.

Morocco delivers outstanding value for money, far below the African average in rent and overall costs, ideal for stretching savings while enjoying high quality of life. Perfect for expats without a specified home country comparison.

Economic & Living Costs in Morocco
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

25-90 DH
Avg: 57.5 DH
+15.0% vs 3 months ago

Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)

150-550 DH
Avg: 350 DH
-6.7% vs 3 months ago

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

50-80 DH
Avg: 65 DH
+4.0% vs 3 months ago

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

18-70 DH
Avg: 44 DH
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

1800-6000 DH
Avg: 3900 DH
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

1200-4000 DH
Avg: 2600 DH
+13.0% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

3000-12000 DH
Avg: 7500 DH
-3.2% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

2000-7000 DH
Avg: 4500 DH
-10.0% vs 3 months ago
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

4-8 DH
Avg: 6 DH
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

20-80 DH
Avg: 50 DH
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Monthly Transport Pass

100-250 DH
Avg: 175 DH
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Gasoline (1L)

12-15.16 DH
Avg: 13.58 DH
-3.6% vs 3 months ago
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

212.5-650 DH
Avg: 431.25 DH
-4.2% vs 3 months ago

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

250-500 DH
Avg: 375 DH
0.1% vs 3 months ago

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

50-200 DH
Avg: 125 DH
0.4% vs 3 months ago
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

7-11 DH
Avg: 9 DH
+5.9% vs 3 months ago

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

2-15 DH
Avg: 8.5 DH
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Eggs (12)

13.2-24 DH
Avg: 18.6 DH
+3.3% vs 3 months ago

Local Cheese (1kg)

48.74-200 DH
Avg: 124.37 DH
+15.2% vs 3 months ago
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

120-469.15 DH
Avg: 294.57 DH
-0.9% vs 3 months ago

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

100-300 DH
Avg: 200 DH
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Cinema Ticket

50-100 DH
Avg: 75 DH
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

500-5629.76 DH
Avg: 3064.88 DH
+145.2% vs 3 months ago
Last updated: 2026-04-03

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