Cost of Living in Fes, Morocco
Fes is a city in Morocco, where a single person can expect to spend about $583 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $382 per month, or $150 outside the centre. Internet is workable at around 37 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Fes scores 60/100 — moderately safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 100°F and winter highs around 60°F, with roughly 296 sunny days a year.
Fes Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Fes
How Fes Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Fes is cheaper than 96% of them, but sits in the bottom 8% for healthcare.
| Metric | Fes | World rank | Rank in Africa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $583 | #13 of 340 | #4 of 20 |
| Safety | 60/100 | #186 of 340 | #9 of 20 |
| Healthcare | 38/100 | #316 of 340 | #14 of 20 |
| Internet speed | 37 Mbps | #309 of 340 | #12 of 20 |
| Walkability | 65/100 | #123 of 340 | #3 of 20 |
| Public transit | 25/100 | #224 of 340 | #7 of 20 |
| Food scene | 72/100 | #178 of 340 | #8 of 20 |
| Air quality | 72/100 | #265 of 340 | #12 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 Fes
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Fes.
- Luxor, Egypt — $440/mo, 25% cheaper, safety 58/100 · Compare with Fes
Fes FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Fes?
A single person should budget around $583 per month in Fes, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $1,535 per month excluding rent.
How much is rent in Fes?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Fes averages $382 per month, dropping to about $150 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $573.
Is Fes safe?
Fes scores 60/100 on safety, which is moderately safe. Tourist safety is rated 60/100.
How fast is the internet in Fes?
Median download speeds in Fes are around 37 Mbps — workable for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 10 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 Fes?
Fes sees summer highs around 100°F and winter highs near 60°F, with about 296 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 59 days.
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