Rabat, Morocco

In 2023, a single person living in Rabat needs approximately MAD 8,451/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around MAD 16,051/month. Rabat is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Rabat costs approximately MAD 5,170/month in 2023. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around MAD 9,400/month. Rent has changed +6.8% vs 2022.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Rabat are approximately MAD 1,692 in 2023. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Rabat costs MAD 348 in 2023, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Rabat average MAD 677 in 2023, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Rabat is located in Morocco (Africa). With a 1-bed rent of MAD 5,170/month and total single-person expenses around MAD 8,451/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Rabat costs approximately MAD 71 in 2023. Budget around MAD 564/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Rabat from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 21.7% over this period (from MAD 4,840 in 2022 to MAD 5,892 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Rabat in 2023, a single person needs approximately MAD 8,451/month. This covers rent (MAD 5,170), groceries (MAD 1,692), transport (MAD 348), utilities (MAD 677) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around MAD 16,051/month.