Can you live in Rabat with $ 1,000 a month?

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $1,172, you would have roughly $0 left each month (Tight Budget).

Can you live in Rabat with $ 2,000 a month?

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $1,172, you would have roughly $828 left each month (Very Comfortable).

Can you live in Rabat with $ 3,000 a month?

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $1,172, you would have roughly $1,828 left each month (Premium Lifestyle).

Can you live in Rabat with $ 5,000 a month?

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $1,172, you would have roughly $3,828 left each month (Premium Lifestyle).

Can you live in Rabat with $ 8,000 a month?

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $1,172, you would have roughly $6,828 left each month (Premium Lifestyle).

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Rabat, Morocco

How much does it really cost to live in Rabat? Housing, food, transport, internet and more — plus what salary you need to live comfortably.

Africa 👥 580,000 people ☀️ Warm climate Large city 💱 MAD

💰 Can I afford Rabat? ⚖️ Compare this city Morocco →

$ $460 1-bedroom rent / mo

72 Quality of life / 100

68 Safety / 100

74 Internet / 100

70 Affordability / 100

Rabat vs Essaouira ⚖️ Rabat vs Casablanca ⚖️

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Estimated Monthly Cost

Single person, moderate lifestyle, 1-bedroom apartment.

Rent (1-bedroom)	$460
Food (moderate)	$310
Transport	$20
Utilities	$60
Internet	$28
Healthcare	$48
Entertainment	$125
Total (moderate)	$1,172

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Housing Costs

Typical monthly rent in Rabat.

Shared accommodation	$180
Studio	$320
1-bedroom	$460
2-bedroom	$700
3-bedroom	$1,000

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City Scores

How Rabat rates, out of 100.

Cost of living

Safety

Quality of life

Internet

Healthcare

Transport

Nightlife

Climate

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At a Glance

Climate☀️ Warm
City sizeLarge
Near the seaNo
Geography🏙️ Urban
Capital cityRabat
LanguageArabic, French
CurrencyMAD
Time zoneAfrica/Casablanca

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Pros and Cons of Rabat

✅ Pros

Affordable cost of living
Relatively safe city
Fast and reliable internet
Good public transport network
Great overall quality of life
Vibrant nightlife and entertainment

⚠️ Cons

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Monthly Budget by Lifestyle

Based on a single person living in a 1-bedroom apartment.

Budget $769 per month Basic $885 per month Moderate $1,172 per month Comfortable $1,620 per month Premium $2,620 per month

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Can You Live in Rabat on These Salaries?

Estimated for a single person, moderate lifestyle, 1-bedroom apartment.

Monthly income	Status	Remaining
$ 1,000	Tight Budget	$-172 / month
$ 2,000	Very Comfortable	$828 / month
$ 3,000	Premium Lifestyle	$1,828 / month
$ 5,000	Premium Lifestyle	$3,828 / month
$ 8,000	Premium Lifestyle	$6,828 / month