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Cost of Living in Toliara

Toliara, Toliara, Madagascar · Population 168,756

▼ -6% vs Madagascar average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Ar1,274,000 ($280)
Couple, monthlyAr2,261,350 ($497)
Family of four, monthlyAr2,924,740 ($643)

Estimated Prices in Toliara

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantAr13,650 ($3.00)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeAr54,600 ($12.00)per meal
CappuccinoAr4,095 ($0.90)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Ar309,400 ($68.00)per month
Monthly public transport passAr50,050 ($11.00)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentAr131,950 ($29.00)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Ar38,220 ($8.40)per month
Fitness club membershipAr38,220 ($8.40)per month
Cinema ticketAr10,010 ($2.20)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreAr523,250 ($115)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreAr364,000 ($80.00)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreAr1,092,000 ($240)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Toliara is Ar682,500 ($150) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Ar1,274,000 ($280) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Ar1,656,200 ($364) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Ar364,000 ($80)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Toliara expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Ar1,274,000 ($280) per month in Toliara including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Madagascar.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Toliara?
A net salary of around Ar1,656,200 ($364) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Toliara with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Toliara is Ar682,500 ($150).
How much is rent in Toliara?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Ar523,250 ($115) per month in the city centre and Ar364,000 ($80) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Ar1,092,000 ($240).
Is Toliara cheaper than Madagascar on average?
Yes — Toliara is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Madagascar average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
Figures for Toliara are estimates based on Madagascar national averages adjusted for city size (population 168,756). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.