631 cities covered · Currency: MAD (د.م.) · Capital: Casablanca
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | د.م.44.52 ($4.45) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | د.م.178 ($17.81) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | د.م.13.36 ($1.34) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | د.م.1,009 ($101) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | د.م.163 ($16.32) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | د.م.430 ($43.04) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | د.م.125 ($12.47) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | د.م.125 ($12.47) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | د.م.32.65 ($3.26) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | د.م.1,979 ($198) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | د.م.1,377 ($138) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | د.م.4,130 ($413) | per month |
Casablanca-Settat · pop. 3,950,000
Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceïma · pop. 1,275,428
Fès-Meknès · pop. 1,167,842
Marrakech-Safi · pop. 1,085,330
Rabat-Salé-Kénitra · pop. 945,101
Fès-Meknès · pop. 601,000
Rabat-Salé-Kénitra · pop. 572,717
Souss-Massa · pop. 538,000
Rabat-Salé-Kénitra · pop. 507,736
Oriental · pop. 506,224
Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceïma · pop. 422,757
Marrakech-Safi · pop. 367,249
Oriental · pop. 321,876
Rabat-Salé-Kénitra · pop. 297,098
Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra · pop. 262,791
Casablanca-Settat · pop. 237,464
Souss-Massa · pop. 210,870
Béni Mellal-Khénifra · pop. 209,594
Casablanca-Settat · pop. 200,359
Souss-Massa · pop. 196,348
Casablanca-Settat · pop. 194,358
Béni Mellal-Khénifra · pop. 191,807
Casablanca-Settat · pop. 171,556
Casablanca-Settat · pop. 168,687
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Morocco
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Morocco
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Morocco
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Morocco
Living costs in Morocco vary significantly depending on city size. Large metropolitan areas with populations over one million typically see housing costs 15–30% above the national average, while smaller towns can be 10–20% below it. The national baseline of د.م.4,345 ($434) per month represents a mid-sized city estimate.
Capital cities and major economic hubs command the highest rents and overall expenses. For budget-conscious residents, mid-sized cities offer a balance of amenities and affordability. Rural and small-town living remains the most economical option, though transport and service access may be limited.