Cost of Living in Essaouira, Morocco
Essaouira is a city in Morocco, where a single person can expect to spend about $738 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $382 per month, or $345 outside the centre. Internet is workable at around 31 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Essaouira scores 68/100 — generally safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 78°F and winter highs around 64°F, with roughly 327 sunny days a year.
Essaouira Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Essaouira
How Essaouira Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Essaouira is cheaper than 90% of them, but sits in the bottom 7% for internet speed.
| Metric | Essaouira | World rank | Rank in Africa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $738 | #34 of 340 | #6 of 20 |
| Safety | 68/100 | #144 of 340 | #4 of 20 |
| Healthcare | 35/100 | #320 of 340 | #15 of 20 |
| Internet speed | 31 Mbps | #318 of 340 | #13 of 20 |
| Walkability | 78/100 | #37 of 340 | #1 of 20 |
| Public transit | 12/100 | #301 of 340 | #18 of 20 |
| Food scene | 75/100 | #156 of 340 | #4 of 20 |
| Air quality | 88/100 | #76 of 340 | #2 of 20 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Essaouira
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Essaouira.
- Fes, Morocco — $583/mo, 21% cheaper, safety 60/100 · Compare with Essaouira
Essaouira FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Essaouira?
A single person should budget around $738 per month in Essaouira, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $1,359 per month excluding rent.
How much is rent in Essaouira?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Essaouira averages $382 per month, dropping to about $345 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $800.
Is Essaouira safe?
Essaouira scores 68/100 on safety, which is generally safe. Tourist safety is rated 72/100.
How fast is the internet in Essaouira?
Median download speeds in Essaouira are around 31 Mbps — workable for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 12 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Morocco offer a digital nomad visa?
Morocco does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 90 days visa-free.
What is the weather like in Essaouira?
Essaouira sees summer highs around 78°F and winter highs near 64°F, with about 327 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 22 days.
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