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Are you considering spending some time in Morocco, but don’t know its cost of living for 2026? Here, we’ll help you organise your budget by showing, in general terms, the figures you should keep in mind to cover your monthly expenses.

Costs such as healthcaretransport, the price of food when bought in a well-known Moroccan supermarket chain, and even how much eating out could cost are the topics we’ll cover in this guide.

We’ll also show the costs of buying and maintaining a vehicle with the basic requirements demanded by the authorities, and we include some leisure plans you could enjoy. Of course, we won’t forget that internet is essential in monthly costs, so you’ll find information on fixed and mobile connections. Let’s begin this journey through Morocco!

Average cost of accommodation in Morocco

In Morocco, you’ll find different accommodation options, including hotels, apartments, coliving spaces, and even Airbnb. Below, we show the features of each option and their average costs.

  • Airbnb: This platform is one of the most popular among travellers looking for accommodation in Morocco. You can find spaces better suited to your needs and with more privacy, although with fewer services than a hotel. The cost ranges between €25 and €51 ($30 and $60) per night.
  • Rental apartments: You can also choose to rent a furnished apartment, which may be a better option than a hotel or Airbnb if your stay will exceed one month. The cost varies by area, amenities, city, and neighbourhood. However, in general terms, prices range between €340 and €550 ($400 and $650) per month.
  • Mid-range hotels: For more assistance, a hotel offers the convenience of cleaning services, laundry, and even daily breakfast, plus extra options for lunch or dinner. Also, they usually have strategic locations, close to public transport and tourist attractions. The nightly cost is estimated at €30 and €47 ($35 and $55).
  • Coliving: These spaces are usually practical for living, working, and socialising in Morocco with travellers from other parts of the world. They offer private or shared rooms, rest and leisure areas, and spaces designed only for work. Their cost ranges between €680 and €850 ($800 and $1,000). Learn more about the best coliving spaces in Morocco in our guide.

Cost of food

One of the most important supermarket chains, and one of the most visited by Moroccans, is Carrefour. So, we’ll show you the cost of some food items you can buy in the country based on this international chain’s offer. You’ll also find out how much eating out in mid-range restaurants in Morocco might cost.

  • 1 baguette: €0.13 ($0.15)
  • Whole milk 1 litre: $0.70 (€0.60)
  • 12 eggs: €1.53 ($1.80)
  • Rice 1 kg: €1.10 ($1.30)
  • Chicken breast 1 kg: €5.53 ($6.50)
  • Olive oil 1 litre: €7.23 ($8.50)
  • Local oranges 1 kg: €0.43 ($0.50).

As for eating in restaurants, mid-range options offer the best balance between cost and quality. In other words, their prices are moderate, and their variety and quality are good and easy to find.

  • Breakfast: The first meal of the day usually includes tea or coffee, orange juice, traditional Moroccan bread with jam or honey, and eggs with Khlii, which is dried meat. Its price ranges between €3 and €5.10 ($3.50 and $6).
  • Lunch: You’ll pay between €6.80 and €11.90 ($8 and $14) for a typical menu from this African country, which includes salad, a meat or chicken stew with vegetables known as Tajine, or Couscous, which is a similar dish, served with bread or fruit.
  • Dinner: Dinner is usually a lighter meal, so you’ll find soups, meat skewers, and other dishes like pastilla, which is a pastry filled with seafood or chicken. The cost is usually a little higher, and you’ll need to spend between €8.50 and €15.30 ($10 and $18).
monthly expenses in morocco. on the left, a shopping trolley; on the right, a group of tourists riding camels through the merzouga desert.
Monthly expenses in Morocco. On the left, a shopping trolley; on the right, a group of tourists riding camels through the Merzouga desert. Source: Unsplash-Photos: James Watson and Duane Storey.

Transport prices in Morocco

Transport costs are a figure you should include in your monthly budget during your stay in Morocco. However, the amount isn’t fixed, because it depends on the type of transport you usually take and, in many cases, on your bargaining skills. We explain it better in the following list:

  • Tram in cities like Rabat or Casablanca: It costs between €0.55-0.68 ($0.65-0.80) per journey.
  • Petit taxi: The starting fare is approximately €0.64 ($0.75), and the fare per kilometre is €0.21-0.55 ($0.25-0.65).
  • Grand taxi: This is the fastest option for long journeys, and it’s usually shared with other passengers on similar routes. Its cost ranges between €8.50 and €13.60 ($10-16) per seat.
  • Transport apps: You can use Uber or InDriver, and the cost is around €3.40 and €5.95 ($4 and $7) for a journey of approximately 5 km, although it usually depends on demand.
  • Buses: The ticket costs around €0.35 and €0.55 ($0.40 and $0.60).
  • High-speed train: This transport option connects different cities and has two fare types: Tourist class can cost between €19 and €34 ($20 and $36), while first class starts from €32 ($34).
  • Bicycle hire: Companies like Allo Bike, Marrakech Green Wheels, and Bike Marocco mainly offer daily rates, and their operation is limited to some cities. The daily price starts from €8.50 ($10) and can exceed €70 ($65), but it’s designed more for tourism than for residents.

Costs for your own vehicle

If you prefer having your own means of transport, here are the fuel costs, electric charging costs for vehicles, and the price of the country’s compulsory insurance.

To give you a clearer idea of the costs, we chose cars like the Dacia Sandero, priced between €10,625-11,900 ($12,500-14,000), the Toyota Corolla, which costs around €20,400 and €23,800 ($24,000-28,000), and the Neo Motors, which is a local electric car costing €15,300 ($18,000).

  • Petrol price in Morocco in 2026: €1.12 ($1.32) per litre.
  • Charging price per kWh: If you charge in a public place, the cost ranges between €0.30 and €0.47 ($0.35 and $0.55), depending on whether the charge is fast or slow. However, if you choose to charge your vehicle at home, the price is lower and starts from €0.11 ($0.13) per kWh.
  • Compulsory insurance: It ranges between €238 and €382 ($280 and $450).

Healthcare costs

In Morocco, you have the advantage of accessing primary care at low cost or even free as a foreigner in the public healthcare system, but everything depends on the medical centre and its availability.

However, you should know that the public sector offers poor hospital and specialist care because of its lack of infrastructure. Therefore, foreigners prefer taking out private medical insurance that guarantees high-quality care throughout their stay.

In this link, we leave you a guide to choosing the best travel insurance for Morocco in 2026. You’ll find options between €28.50 and €58 ($33.64 and $68.47) for 7 days of medical cover and other necessary travel assistance. If you don’t have insurance, we show the healthcare costs you’ll need to cover in the following table.

Medical services in MoroccoCosts in dollars and euros
General medical consultationBetween €8.50 and €17 ($10 and $20)
Medical consultation with specialists from different fieldsBetween €25 and €42 ($30 and $50)
Hospital stay in a standard room with nurse monitoring, but without medical feesBetween €51 and €102 ($60 and $120)
Routine dental check-upBetween €17 and €51 ($20 and $60)
Treatment for a minor injuryBetween €34 and €68 ($40 and $80)

To medical costs, you must add the purchase of medicines, because unless they’re covered by your private insurance, you’ll have to buy them yourself. Here, we show a list of over-the-counter medicines you can find in Moroccan pharmacies.

  • Ibuprofen 400 mg: Between €2.55 and €3.80 ($3 and U$4.50)
  • Paracetamol 500 mg: Between €1.25 and €2.10 ($1.50 and $2.50)
  • Antihistamines such as loratadine: Between €3.40 and €5.10 ($4 and $6)
  • Oral rehydration solution: Between €0.68 and €1.00 ($0.80 and $1.20)
  • Antiseptic: Between €2.10 and €3.40 ($2.50 and $4).

Internet and call plan prices

The African country has an increasingly widespread and solid fibre-optic network, which has allowed citizens to enjoy good-quality internet connections for work, browsing, or gaming.

Companies like Marco Telecom, Orange, or Inwi lead the services with speeds from 50 Mbps to 1 Gbps, with a minimum cost of €21.25 ($25) or a maximum of €102 ($120) for the premium monthly plan.

As for mobile phone services, basic plans can offer between 10 and 15 GB for between €8.50 and €12.75 ($10 and $15) or unlimited 5G data plans for €38.25 and €51 ($45 and $60).

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Cost of leisure activities in Morocco

Morocco isn’t only about work and obligations; there are also different plans you can enjoy during your leisure time. So, here we’ll tell you the most common options for places to visit and subscriptions for a relaxing afternoon at home.

For example, platforms like Netflix for watching series or films cost around €9.75 ($11.50). If you’d rather spend a day listening to your favourite music, you can subscribe to Spotify, which costs around €4.68 ($5.50).

Out-of-home activities like visiting the Majorelle Garden or a museum cost between €8.50 and €12.75 ($10-15). You can also take a day tour to explore some of the most representative local tourist sites, such as the Ourika Valley south of Marrakech or the city of Essaouira, for which you must spendd between €25.50 and €46.75 ($30 and $55).

For a more spiritual and peaceful day, a visit to the Hassan II Mosque can cost between €11 and €12.75 ($13 and $15), or you can take yoga classes costing around €25.50 ($30).

How much does it cost to live in Morocco?

After presenting this full price guide to the main factors you must cover to live in Morocco, or spend some time there, we’ll give you a brief summary of how much money you’ll finally need each month to stay comfortable in the country.

We classified the costs for a single person, a couple, and a family of up to four people.

  • Single people: To avoid worrying about anything, you’ll need between €715 and €1,110 ($770 and $1,200) per month.
  • Couples: As a couple, the budget rises to ranges between €1,210 and €1,600 ($1,300 and $1,750) per month.
  • Family of 4: Family costs are higher, mainly because of expenses related to children, as the figures range between €1,815 and €2,500 ($1,900 and $2,700) per month.
cities where you can live in morocco. In the image: on the left, a sunset in rabat; on the right, m'diq, a coastal city in morocco.
Cities where you can live in Morocco. In the image: On the left, a sunset in Rabat; on the right, M’diq, a coastal city in Morocco. Source: Unsplash-Photos: Matt Dany and Zaka Ziko.

Frequently asked questions about the cost of living in Morocco

Is internet in Morocco suitable for remote work?

Yes, in the main cities you’ll find fibre-optic internet connections and mobile plans, like those offered by Holafly, so you can stay securely and reliably connected while working from wherever you want.

What language do I need to speak to live in Morocco or spend some time there?

In Morocco, you’ll need an intermediate level of French to communicate in business and administrative settings, but Arabic will be your best ally in daily life and when socialising with locals. You’ll also be able to speak English or Spanish, but these languages won’t help everywhere.

Is it compulsory to have private insurance to live in Morocco or spend some time there as a foreigner?

To live in Morocco as a resident, you’re required to have robust medical insurance. However, if you’re only spending some time there as a tourist, it isn’t compulsory, but it is recommended, because public medical services often have shortages and delays.

Is Morocco safe for women travelling alone?

The African country is usually considered a safe destination for women. However, there are cases where unpleasant comments or expressions from men can happen in the streets.

What shouldn’t I do while I’m in Morocco?

There are several laws you should keep in mind before travelling to Morocco, including those prohibiting drinking alcohol in public spaces or having relationships outside marriage.

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