148 cities covered · Currency: TND (د.ت) · Capital: Tunis
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | د.ت11.83 ($3.82) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | د.ت47.32 ($15.26) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | د.ت3.55 ($1.14) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | د.ت268 ($86.50) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | د.ت43.38 ($13.99) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | د.ت114 ($36.89) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | د.ت33.12 ($10.68) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | د.ت33.12 ($10.68) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | د.ت8.68 ($2.80) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | د.ت498 ($161) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | د.ت347 ($112) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | د.ت1,040 ($336) | per month |
Tunis · pop. 1,110,000
Sfax · pop. 660,000
Sousse · pop. 314,071
Kairouan · pop. 186,653
Kébili · pop. 163,257
Bizerte · pop. 142,966
Sfax · pop. 125,204
Gabès · pop. 116,323
L’Ariana · pop. 114,486
Jendouba · pop. 113,116
Gafsa · pop. 111,170
Médenine · pop. 109,409
Béja · pop. 109,299
Kasserine · pop. 108,794
Monastir · pop. 104,535
Ben Arous · pop. 97,588
Nabeul · pop. 97,579
Tataouine · pop. 95,775
Tunis · pop. 92,987
Ben Arous · pop. 88,322
Sfax · pop. 87,512
Médenine · pop. 80,000
Médenine · pop. 79,912
Mahdia · pop. 79,545
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Tunisia
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Tunisia
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Tunisia
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Tunisia
Living costs in Tunisia 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.ت1,135 ($366) 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.