The cost of Living in Morocco in 2023

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MickaelViP25 January 2023 04:32:32

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Hello everyone,

As every year, we invite you to share your experience on the evolution of the cost of living in the region or city where you live in order to answer future requests for information from new members of the site who would like to move there soon in Morocco.

In terms of accommodation, how much does it cost to rent/buy a flat or house in in Morocco?
How much do you pay on average for public transport (bus, metro, train, tram, taxi)?
What is the average price of your monthly food basket?

How much does health insurance cost? How much does it cost to see a doctor in Morocco?

What about school fees for your children?

What is the average monthly cost of electricity, gas, water, internet, telephone?

What is the average cost of your leisure activities?

If there are other expenses that you think are useful, please share them!

Thank you in advance for your future contribution

Mickael
Expat.com Team

VakilMorocco Expert20 February 2023 09:47:29

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@Mickael

Always happy to help and share. Please see response under each question

In terms of accommodation, how much does it cost to rent/buy a flat or house in in Morocco?

Renting depends on your location and size. But 1 bed apartment in City centre can cost around 5000 dh per month, furnished excluding Gas, Water & Electricity, wifi. Long term rental.

Unfurnished can be found around 2000+ depending on the location.

Short Term Rental on average around 600 dh per night inclusive of all bills.

How much do you pay on average for public transport (bus, metro, train, tram, taxi)?

What is the average price of your monthly food basket?

Train Marrakech-Casablanca can start from 120 second class, 180 first class price can very slightly depending on time (one way). Coach from Marrakech to Asfi - between 60-80 dh ( one way ) Taxi to Asfi around 800-1000 dh not shared.

Taxi around city usually on metre minimum 7dh charge

Airport taxi from airport to city is show at airport cost around 120-150 dh fixed prices set by ministry located at airport.

How much does health insurance cost? How much does it cost to see a doctor in Morocco?

Expat insurance does not really exist in Morocco and needs to be organised from outside of Morocco. Bank does offer Medical insurance but varies depending on the type of client you are.

Dr consultation is around 200dh, then depending on what is required price varies.

What about school fees for your children?

school feels on average can start from around 500dh per month, public school is free. prices not including books and other equipment. 500dh starting is from child from 4 years upwards. Price very depending on city and type of private school you want your child to attend.

What is the average monthly cost of electricity, gas, water, internet, telephone?

Average on a 2 bed apartment Marrakech, per month

Electric 100 dh

Water50 dh

Gas (buy a gas bottle 150dh) refill 40 dh last around 3 months

Internet Fiberoptic around 499 dh per month / or take a 4g sim router can start from 299dh - line included.

What is the average cost of your leisure activities?

Depending on what activities, average around 500dh for a day out

Cost of car rental ?

Average around 300dh per day

Car insurance?

Average 4000 dh depending on car.

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