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How much does it cost to rent a place in Morocco and buy food there? How much money do you need to spend on restaurants and entertainment? How much do people in Morocco earn?

Every traveler visiting Morocco is undoubtedly interested in the country’s cost of living. What are the prices for public transportation, dining in restaurants, rent, medicine, and other expenses? We have prepared an overview of the main costs in Morocco for travel and daily living, especially for you.

1 Euro = approximately 11 Moroccan Dirhams

1 Dollar = approximately 10 Moroccan Dirhams

Food Prices in Supermarkets

Food prices in Morocco are on par with global prices. However, the selection and quality of fruits, vegetables, meats, and seafood in Morocco are much better. Below are some prices for groceries in Morocco:

Oranges: 4-6 MAD/kg
Apples: 10-15 MAD/kg
Strawberries: 15-25 MAD/kg
Potatoes, carrots, onions, tomatoes, cucumbers: 4-6 MAD/kg
Beef (with bone/tenderloin): 60-120 MAD/kg
Fish: 60-120 MAD/kg
Chicken: 40 MAD/kg
Eggs (dozen): 15 MAD
Milk (liter): 7 MAD
Bread (round Moroccan bread or baguette): 2-6 MAD
Bottle of mineral water (0.5 liters): 2.5-3.5 MAD
Butter: 20 MAD/200 grams
Imported cheese: starting at 200 MAD/kg

How Much Does Food Cost in Morocco?

In Morocco, you can find meals ranging from 10 to 1,000 MAD. For 10 MAD at a street food vendor, you can get a plate of beans in tomato sauce, a sandwich, or a few spring rolls (semen). For 50 MAD, you can eat like an office worker: a light meal, a tagine, and tea at a simple restaurant. For 100 MAD, you can dine like a middle-class tourist or local in a clean restaurant with an extensive menu and a great view. For 250-450 MAD, you can eat in an upscale restaurant with entertainment and alcohol. Lastly, dinner at one of the country’s most luxurious restaurants will cost around 1,000 MAD.

A cup of coffee or Moroccan tea in a street café averages between 10 and 20 MAD. For the same price, you can enjoy a glass of excellent fresh juice (some establishments offer up to 20-30 varieties).

Rental Prices

Many visitors enjoy their time in Morocco so much that they consider returning for the winter or even settling down permanently. In this case, rent will be your primary expense. In major cities (Casablanca, Rabat, Marrakech), rent for a one-bedroom apartment in a remote area starts from 2,000 MAD per month (unfurnished). You can rent an affordable furnished apartment closer to the city center for 4,000 MAD. Expat-friendly housing in good locations and luxury apartments with high-quality finishes and furnishings range from 6,000 to 10,000 MAD in Casablanca. Additionally, you can rent a villa with a pool near the ocean on the outskirts of Rabat or Casablanca for 10,000 MAD.

The Cost of Mobile and Internet Services

Depending on your needs, mobile internet in Morocco will cost 100-200 MAD per month (10-20 hours of calls + 10-20 GB of internet). ADSL home internet costs around 100-200 MAD per month. Fiber-optic internet with speeds of 100-200 Mbps and unlimited phone calls costs between 500-1,000 MAD per month.

Public Transportation Prices

The most popular form of urban transport in Morocco is the petit taxi (small taxi). A ride around town costs 10-20 MAD (metered fare). There isn’t much in terms of excellent public transportation in Moroccan cities, aside from taking petit taxis. Daily taxi rides can add up quickly. You can travel between cities by bus or train.

The Cost of Train Travel

Casablanca – Rabat (1 hour): 45 MAD
Casablanca – Marrakech (2.5-3 hours): 100 MAD
Casablanca – Fes (4 hours): 120 MAD

The Cost of Bus Travel

Marrakech – Agadir (3 hours): 100 MAD
Marrakech – Essaouira (3 hours): 80-100 MAD
Marrakech – Ouarzazate (4.5 hours): 100 MAD

Prices of Alcohol and Cigarettes

Alcohol and cigarettes are sold in limited stores in Morocco and are heavily taxed, making them expensive. Approximate prices are:

Heineken or Casablanca beer (0.25 liter): 20-25 MAD
Local wine of medium or good quality (0.75 liters): 100-150 MAD
Marlboro cigarettes: 33 MAD

Entertainment, Sports, Culture, and Nightlife Costs

Entertainment can be a significant expense in Morocco. A gym membership in a high-quality facility costs around 10,000 MAD annually. Alternatively, you can go to a cheaper gym for 2,000 MAD a year but may have to deal with poor hygiene, cramped spaces, and a lack of ventilation or air conditioning.

Yoga is a popular and expensive hobby in Morocco. A single yoga class costs 150-200 MAD. For runners or cyclists, there are only a few good spots in Morocco to enjoy these activities. Developing talents in music, dance, painting, or other hobbies is also limited.

Nightlife in Morocco is expensive and is concentrated in two cities: Casablanca and Marrakech. Due to the difficulty and cost of obtaining liquor licenses, clubs and bars have high prices. A bottle of beer, Coke, or water costs around 100 MAD in lounges, with more potent alcoholic drinks priced even higher. Some establishments charge an entry fee of 100-200 MAD. Of course, there are cheaper bars and clubs, but you may want to avoid them.

Cultural life in Moroccan cities is less rich than in some other countries, but it has plenty of exciting events. For a nominal fee of 20-100 MAD, you can enjoy concerts and performances in theaters and cultural centers in Rabat, Casablanca, Marrakech, and Tangier. Morocco’s major cities also host several enjoyable music festivals with global stars, such as Mawazine in Rabat, Tanjazz in Tangier, Jazzablanca in Casablanca, and Gnaoua in Essaouira. Many of these events are accessible or very affordable compared to international festivals.

Car Rental and Fuel Prices

Renting a small car in Morocco costs around 200 MAD per day. It’s better to rent from smaller agencies that offer lower prices and flexible terms (look for recommendations on travel forums). For 300 MAD per day, you can rent a diesel Dacia Duster. A liter of gasoline in Morocco costs 10 MAD, and diesel costs 8 MAD.

When budgeting for road trips, keep in mind that parking fees are charged almost everywhere in Morocco. For each stop (even for just 5 minutes), you’ll have to pay 2 MAD. Parking near tourist attractions starts at 10 MAD, while overnight parking starts at 20 MAD.

There are toll roads between major cities, with fees ranging from 20 to 80 MAD per trip.

The Cost of Medicine

Getting sick in Morocco can be expensive. Foreigners and well-off Moroccans tend to use private healthcare for better quality. A visit to a general practitioner or specialist costs around 200-300 MAD. Blood tests, ultrasounds, x-rays, and other diagnostics cost more. Medications are also expensive in the country.

Moroccans employed and contributing to a social insurance fund can receive partial reimbursement for doctor and medication costs. However, this system only covers certain expenses.

The Cost of Education

Morocco has both public and private kindergartens, schools, and universities. Those who can afford it generally prefer private education for their children. For a month of kindergarten or elementary school, expect to pay 1,500 MAD (plus transportation, meals, and textbooks). Middle and high school fees range from 2,500 to 3,000 MAD. Higher education in Morocco is only available on a fee-paying basis, with costs depending on the chosen specialty and institution. For example, a year of dental school costs 150,000 MAD. For this reason, many Moroccans prefer to study in EU countries, Russia, or Ukraine, where education is cheaper or supported by scholarships and grants.

Additional education and recreational activities for children are only available to wealthy families. To teach your child painting, singing, or dancing, you must enroll them in a paid club or hire a private foreign teacher. Clubs cost around 1,000 MAD per month, while private lessons start at 150 MAD. You must also factor in transportation costs or a driver.