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Cost of Living in Victoria, Seychelles
Victoria is a city in Seychelles, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,780 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $1,653 per month, or $1,343 outside the centre. Internet is slow at around 16 Mbps median download speed, and Seychelles offers a digital nomad visa. On safety, Victoria scores 76/100 — generally safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 80°F and winter highs around 79°F, with roughly 257 sunny days a year.
Victoria Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Victoria
How Victoria Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Victoria ranks in the top 30% for safety, but sits in the bottom 2% for internet speed. It costs more than 55% of them.
| Metric | Victoria | World rank | Rank in Africa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $1,780 | #189 of 340 | #20 of 20 |
| Safety | 76/100 | #99 of 340 | #3 of 20 |
| Healthcare | 50/100 | #287 of 340 | #6 of 20 |
| Internet speed | 16 Mbps | #336 of 340 | #18 of 20 |
| Walkability | 40/100 | #260 of 340 | #10 of 20 |
| Public transit | 10/100 | #308 of 340 | #19 of 20 |
| Food scene | 65/100 | #263 of 340 | #12 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 Victoria
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Victoria.
- Port Louis, Mauritius — $833/mo, 53% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Essaouira, Morocco — $738/mo, 59% cheaper, safety 68/100
- Kigali, Rwanda — $824/mo, 54% cheaper, safety 78/100
Victoria FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Victoria?
A single person should budget around $1,780 per month in Victoria, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.
How much is rent in Victoria?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Victoria averages $1,653 per month, dropping to about $1,343 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $2,745.
Is Victoria safe?
Victoria scores 76/100 on safety, which is generally safe. Tourist safety is rated 78/100.
How fast is the internet in Victoria?
Median download speeds in Victoria are around 16 Mbps — slow for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 3 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Seychelles offer a digital nomad visa?
Yes — Seychelles offers a digital nomad visa. US passport holders can typically stay 90 days visa-free before applying.
What is the weather like in Victoria?
Victoria sees summer highs around 80°F and winter highs near 79°F, with about 257 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 151 days.
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