Cost of Living in Marrakech, Morocco

Quick answer: As of 2026, living in Marrakech costs approximately $801 per month for one person including rent. That is 51% below the $1,620 global median across the 340 cities in the Voyica Cost of Living Index 2026. Against its own region, where the median is $861, Marrakech is cheaper than typical for Africa. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $481 per month, or $297 outside the centre. Housing therefore accounts for about 37% of a single person's total monthly cost here. For anyone weighing a longer stay, median internet speed is 57 Mbps and Marrakech scores 58/100 on safety (moderately safe). Actual costs vary with lifestyle, neighbourhood, and exchange rates; figures come from crowd-sourced price data last refreshed June 2026. See the full Cost of Living Index →

Marrakech is a city in Morocco, where a single person can expect to spend about $801 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $481 per month, or $297 outside the centre. Internet is workable at around 57 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Marrakech scores 58/100 — moderately safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 102°F and winter highs around 67°F, with roughly 311 sunny days a year.

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Monthly Cost$801≈ $27/day

1BR Rent (Centre)$481

Internet57 Mbps

Safety58/100

Avg Temp85°F

How Marrakech Ranks Among 340 Cities

Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Marrakech is cheaper than 84% of them, but sits in the bottom 16% for healthcare.

Metric	Marrakech	World rank	Rank in Africa
Monthly cost	$801	#53 of 340	#8 of 20
Safety	58/100	#195 of 340	#10 of 20
Healthcare	48/100	#289 of 340	#7 of 20
Internet speed	57 Mbps	#282 of 340	#3 of 20
Walkability	72/100	#76 of 340	#2 of 20
Public transit	35/100	#172 of 340	#3 of 20
Food scene	82/100	#79 of 340	#1 of 20
Air quality	81/100	#178 of 340	#6 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 Marrakech

Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Marrakech.

Cairo, Egypt — $569/mo, 29% cheaper, safety 50/100 · Compare with Marrakech
Fes, Morocco — $583/mo, 27% cheaper, safety 60/100 · Compare with Marrakech
Luxor, Egypt — $440/mo, 45% cheaper, safety 58/100 · Compare with Marrakech
Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt — $671/mo, 16% cheaper, safety 62/100

Everyday Prices in Marrakech, Compared

Item	Marrakech	Against other cities
1BR rent, city centre	$481/mo	Cheaper than 81%
1BR rent, outside centre	$297/mo	Cheaper than 83%
Utilities	$34/mo	Cheaper than 96%
Home internet	$41/mo	Pricier than 55%
Transit pass	$11/mo	Cheaper than 90%
Gym membership	$27/mo	Cheaper than 87%
Cheap restaurant meal	$4.09	Cheaper than 86%
Cappuccino	$2.46	Cheaper than 59%
Local beer at a bar	$6	Pricier than 66%

Compared with every other city in Voyica's price data that reports the same item.

Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Marrakech

Internet57 Mbps

Safety58/100

Healthcare48/100

Public Transit35/100

Walkability72/100

Nightlife45/100

Food Scene82/100

Fine Dining8/100

Coffee Culture55/100

Air Quality81/100

Green Spaces40/100

Culture80/100

Beaches50/100

Hiking50/100

Surfing40/100

Coworking Spaces15

US Visa-Free90 days

Neighborhoods in Marrakech

Medina · Gueliz · Hivernage

Communities & Expat Groups

Marrakech Digital Nomads

Marrakech FAQ

How much does it cost to live in Marrakech?

A single person should budget around $801 per month in Marrakech, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $1,851 per month excluding rent.

How much is rent in Marrakech?

A one-bedroom apartment in central Marrakech averages $481 per month, dropping to about $297 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $738.

Is Marrakech safe?

Marrakech scores 58/100 on safety, which is moderately safe. Tourist safety is rated 52/100.

How fast is the internet in Marrakech?

Median download speeds in Marrakech are around 57 Mbps — workable for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 15 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 Marrakech?

Marrakech sees summer highs around 102°F and winter highs near 67°F, with about 311 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 24 days.