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Cost of Living Guide in Seychelles

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

Seychelles is among the most expensive destinations in Africa, with an affordability score of just 25.00, reflecting costs significantly higher than the continental average. Overall, Seychelles is about 82.7% more expensive than the Africa average when including rent, and about 73.9% more expensive for consumer prices alone. The island nation's remote location and reliance on imports drive up prices for both housing and goods, making it substantially pricier than most African countries.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
A single person living frugally on a local lifestyle (eating local food, using public transport, renting modest accommodation outside the city centre) could manage on approximately 25,000–30,000 SCR ($2,300–2,750 USD) per month, though this is still high by African standards.
Comfortable
A comfortable expat lifestyle for a single person (decent 1-bedroom apartment in or near the city centre, mix of local and imported groceries, occasional dining out, utilities, phone/internet) would cost approximately 40,000–50,000 SCR ($3,700–4,600 USD) per month.
Family of four
A family of four on an expat lifestyle (3-bedroom apartment, international school fees, imported groceries, car ownership, utilities, and regular dining out) should budget approximately 100,000–130,000 SCR ($9,200–12,000 USD) per month.

Seychelles offers a high quality of life (index of 139.86) but at a premium price—it is substantially more expensive than the Africa average and comparable in cost to developed Western nations for many categories. Value for money depends entirely on your priorities: the islands offer exceptional natural beauty, safety, and stability, but budget-conscious relocators should expect costs similar to or exceeding those of Southern Europe.

Economic & Living Costs in Seychelles
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

91.57-343.93 SCR
Avg: 217.75 SCR
-5.5% vs 3 months ago

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

534.15-3000 SCR
Avg: 1767.08 SCR
-1.8% vs 3 months ago

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

99.32-196.53 SCR
Avg: 147.93 SCR
+8.5% vs 3 months ago

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

32.76-150 SCR
Avg: 91.38 SCR
0.5% vs 3 months ago
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

12000-15000 SCR
Avg: 13500 SCR
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

9000-15558.92 SCR
Avg: 12279.46 SCR
-2.6% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

25000-37668.97 SCR
Avg: 31334.48 SCR
-2.4% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

18000-30000 SCR
Avg: 24000 SCR
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

10-12.77 SCR
Avg: 11.39 SCR
-6.4% vs 3 months ago

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

60-125 SCR
Avg: 92.5 SCR
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Monthly Transport Pass

300-626.09 SCR
Avg: 463.04 SCR
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Gasoline (1L)

20.73-25 SCR
Avg: 22.87 SCR
+10.1% vs 3 months ago
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

950-2837.83 SCR
Avg: 1893.91 SCR
-3.0% vs 3 months ago

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

1500-2000 SCR
Avg: 1750 SCR
-12.5% vs 3 months ago

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

300-599 SCR
Avg: 449.5 SCR
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

22-37.48 SCR
Avg: 29.74 SCR
-2.5% vs 3 months ago

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

16-49.13 SCR
Avg: 32.57 SCR
-3.0% vs 3 months ago

Eggs (12)

48-78 SCR
Avg: 63 SCR
+37.0% vs 3 months ago

Local Cheese (1kg)

165-800 SCR
Avg: 482.5 SCR
-7.4% vs 3 months ago
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

600-2000 SCR
Avg: 1300 SCR
+12.8% vs 3 months ago

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

327.56 SCR
Avg: 163.78 SCR
-28.9% vs 3 months ago

Cinema Ticket

75-163.78 SCR
Avg: 119.39 SCR
-2.8% vs 3 months ago

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

2000-2500 SCR
Avg: 2250 SCR
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Last updated: 2026-04-03