Cost Of Living For a Student in Agadir 2025
Average Monthly Expenditure
Currency: MAD
Average monthly spending for students in Agadir
How much money does a student need in a month to survive in Agadir?
Students in Agadir spend around 5,700 MAD per month on average. Depending on the lifestyle, a student can survive with a monthly budget as low as 870 MAD or as high as 38,000 MAD. Location is a very important factor and has a huge influence on expenditure and budget.
Monthly costs and expenses of energy and basic utilities in Agadir
Utilities expenditure can vary slightly between different areas and locations.
Energy, electricity, water, gas, internet, and mobile cost in Agadir
Utility Bill Cost / Electricity + Water + Gas / Student
Internet and cable cost
Mobile phone bill and charges
Because most utility bills club electricity, water, and gas costs in one bill, we can't provide a breakup for each type of utility and will display electricity, gas, and water as single cost.
The average monthly energy and water consumption of students is around 230 MAD. The cost of internet and WiFi ranges from 65 MAD to 170 MAD with 130 MAD being the average internet bill. Finally, the average monthly mobile charges is around 86 MAD but can range between 52 MAD and 260 MAD depending on consumption. Mobile charges include both calling minutes as well as data packages.
Energy / Utility expense to income ratio
( monthly utility expenses / monthly income ) x 100
The average utility-to-income ratio in Agadir is around 5.6%. This means that people pay 5.6% of their income for energy, water, internet, and mobile charges. Those figures can range from 2.8% to 9.4% depending on salary and location.
Prices and cost of goods and services in Agadir
Dining, food, and beverages costs
Fast food combo meal
Restaurant meal for one
Fine dining meal for one
Cappuccino or latte
Grocery and market costs
Milk large bottle
12 eggs
Fresh whole chicken
Pack of beef
Medium bag of rice
Bag of tomatos
Bag of apples
Commute, travel, and transportation costs
20 minutes taxi ride
Average car full tank
Average car 1-day rental
Average car price
| 32,000 MAD | 65,000 MAD | 86,000 MAD |
Bus ticket one way
Car Service
Utility cost (monthly)
Utility Bill - Student
Internet and cable
Mobile phone charges
Leisure and activities costs
Movie ticket
One month gym membership
Cloths and accessories costs
Pair of jeans or pants
Woman dress
Woman shoes
Men's shoes
Men suit
Regular t-shirt
Housing costs / monthly rent
Studio apartment
| 970 MAD | 1,500 MAD | 3,900 MAD |
1-bedroom apartment
| 1,500 MAD | 2,300 MAD | 5,800 MAD |
2-bedroom apartment
| 1,900 MAD | 2,900 MAD | 7,800 MAD |
Housing costs / Buying
Studio apartment
| 190,000 MAD | 290,000 MAD | 580,000 MAD |
1-bedroom apartment
| 230,000 MAD | 390,000 MAD | 1.5M MAD |
2-bedroom apartment
| 390,000 MAD | 1.2M MAD | 2.3M MAD |
| $39,000 | $120,000 | $230,000 |
Furniture Costs
King Size Bed
| 1,300 MAD | 1,600 MAD | 2,200 MAD |
Double Bed
| 860 MAD | 1,300 MAD | 1,600 MAD |
Single Bed
| 760 MAD | 990 MAD | 1,300 MAD |
Living Room
| 1,400 MAD | 1,800 MAD | 6,500 MAD |
Dining Table
| 650 MAD | 860 MAD | 1,600 MAD |
Sofa or Couch
| 860 MAD | 1,200 MAD | 2,600 MAD |
Electronics and House Appliance Costs
TV Set
| 860 MAD | 1,300 MAD | 2,600 MAD |
Fridge or Freezer
| 760 MAD | 1,200 MAD | 1,600 MAD |
Washing Machine
| 990 MAD | 1,400 MAD | 2,600 MAD |
Stove or Cooker
| 920 MAD | 1,200 MAD | 1,600 MAD |
Mobile Phone
| 1,100 MAD | 1,300 MAD | 1,800 MAD |
Laptop or Computer
| 1,200 MAD | 1,400 MAD | 2,600 MAD |
Affordable living in Agadir
Income and cost of living compatibility
We asked students one simple question and recorded their answers.
Is it affordable or economical to live in Agadir?
Around 59% of surveyed students think that living in Agadir is affordable with proper budgeting while 41% reported that it is just too expensive and not affordable even with frugality and thriftness.
How do students spend their money in Agadir?
We asked thousands of students about their spending habits and expenditure break down.
Housing and accomodation expenditure for students
Accomodation Cost19%
19% of total expenses on average (14% to 25%)
| LOW | $21 210 MAD |
| AVERAGE | $140 1,400 MAD |
| HIGH | $910 9,100 MAD |
| Per Month |
Students in Agadir typically spend from 14% to 25% of their total monthly expenditure on housing with 19% being the average. The average monthly spend on housing is 1,400 MAD with expenditure ranging from 210 MAD to 9,100 MAD. This cost mainly goes for rent but it also includes other accommodation-related expenses.
Electricity, utilities, energy, water, internet, and mobile expenditure for students
Cost of utilities6%
6% of total expenses on average (4% to 10%)
| LOW | $3.4 35 MAD |
| AVERAGE | $23 230 MAD |
| HIGH | $150 1,500 MAD |
| Per Month |
Utility expenditure like electricity, water, and gas in Agadir ranges from 4% to 10% of total expenses with 6% being the average for most students. The average monthly cost of utilities is 230 MAD with 35 MAD and 1,500 MAD being the upper and lower limits for a student of four.
Transport, fuel, and commute expenditure for students
Cost of transport and fuel4%
4% of total expenses on average (4% to 10%)
| LOW | $6 61 MAD |
| AVERAGE | $40 400 MAD |
| HIGH | $260 2,700 MAD |
| Per Month |
Fuel consumption and cost of transport depend heavily on whether a student resides near school and work, but roughly speaking a student would expect to spend from 61 MAD to 2,700 MAD in a month on commuting with 400 MAD being the norm for most students. This means that money spent on transport constitutes about 4% of total spending on average but can go as low as 4% or as high as 10%.
Food, groceries, and basic shopping expenditure for students
Food and Groceries Cost23%
23% of total expenses on average (17% to 27%)
| LOW | $17 170 MAD |
| AVERAGE | $110 1,100 MAD |
| HIGH | $760 7,600 MAD |
| Per Month |
The average outlay on groceries and basic houshold items for a typical student in a month in Agadir is 1,100 MAD. The cost of groceries can range between 170 MAD to 7,600 MAD. Students spend on average about 23% on food and groceries with upper and lower bounds of 17% and 27% respectively.
Healthcare and medical services expenditure for students
Cost of healthcare9%
9% of total expenses on average (6% to 12%)
| LOW | $5.2 52 MAD |
| AVERAGE | $34 340 MAD |
| HIGH | $230 2,300 MAD |
| Per Month |
Students in Agadir allocate 6% to 12% of their total monthly expenditure to healthcare including health insurance and out-of-pocket medical expenses. The average spending on medical services and clinic visits is around 9%. The range of medical expenses range from 52 MAD to 2,300 MAD with 340 MAD being the norm for most students.
Leisure and shopping expenditure for students
Cost of leisure and shopping3%
3% of total expenses on average (2% to 7%)
| LOW | $4.3 43 MAD |
| AVERAGE | $28 280 MAD |
| HIGH | $190 1,900 MAD |
| Per Month |
This category mostly contains discretionary or non-essential expenses but also some non-discretionary spending like furniture for example. The monthly expenses range from 43 MAD to 1,900 MAD with 280 MAD being the average. Speaking of percentages, that equates to 2% to 7% of total expenses with an average of 3% for most students.
Education and schooling expenditure for students
Cost of education and schooling18%
18% of total expenses on average (11% to 23%)
| LOW | $16 160 MAD |
| AVERAGE | $110 1,100 MAD |
| HIGH | $720 7,200 MAD |
| Per Month |
Spending on education can vary drastically between different students. On average, education constitutes 18% of the monthly expenditure of students with 11% and 23% being the lower and upper bounds respectively. The average reported education cost is 1,100 MAD per month with 160 MAD being the minimum spent amount and 7,200 MAD being the maximum.
Other Expenses18%
18% of total expenses on average (12% to 24%)
| LOW | $13 130 MAD |
| AVERAGE | $85 850 MAD |
| HIGH | $570 5,700 MAD |
| Per Month |
A typical and healthy budgeting structure
The 50/30/20 rule
Spending among different people can vary significantly based on factors such as their income, lifestyle,
location, and personal preferences. A commonly used guideline for budgeting is the 50/30/20 rule,
which suggests allocating your income into three main categories in the following percentages.
50% for needs and financial obligations
This category includes essential expenses like housing, utilities, groceries, transportation, and healthcare.
30% for wants and discretionary spending
This category covers discretionary spending on non-essential items, such as dining out, entertainment, travel, and other lifestyle choices.
20% for savings and emergency fund
This is the percentage that must be allocated to savings, emergency funds, and retirement accounts.
About financial planning, money management, and household budgeting
The 50/30/20 rule is used as a general guideline but may not be the best choice for all people. There are in fact many budgeting plans out there like the 70/20/10 and the 60/20/20 rules, all claiming to be the best. More important than all of this is to establish financial discipline by creating a budget tailored to your specific financial goals and situation. It is very important that your financial outflow be less than your income to maintain a healthy cash flow.
Low-cost alternatives in Agadir
People are always looking for ways to cut down expenses and reduce expenditures. The hallmark of any affordable place is the availability of discount stores, bargain deals, smart or secondhand shopping, refurbished items, and couponing. We asked students how easily cost-cutting is and the answers were distributed as follows:
Plenty of low-cost options55%
Few low-cost options45%
Based on the survey, 55% of the students living in Agadir have no problem finding low-cost alternatives to support a frugal lifestyle while 45% think that thriftness is difficult due to scarcity in discount markets and secondhand outlets.
Emergency Funds For Students
An emergency fund is a financial safety net comprised of easily accessible savings set aside to cover unexpected expenses or financial emergencies, typically amounting to three to six months' worth of living expenses. We asked students whether they have an emergency fund and the answers were as follows.
Yes59%
No41%
Based on the survey, 41% of the students living in Agadir said that they don't have an emergency fund while 59% said that they do.
Financial Literacy in
Financial literacy is the knowledge of concepts and principles related to personal finance that allow individuals to make informed decisions regarding their money such as budgeting, saving, investing, borrowing, managing debt, financial risk management, and planning.
Financial Leteracy58%
We asked student guardians and parents in Agadir whether they acquired any adequate personal financial training in their lives. Approximately 42% of the people who participated in the survey said that they are not well informed about the topics of budgeting, saving, etc., and just manage things based on their own experience, while 58% said that they know about the general principles of personal finance from sources other than their own experience.
Difficulty in Budgeting and Financial Planning
We wanted to understand whether students of have problems or difficulties in managing their expenditures and savings so we asked people one simple question: do you struggle with your personal finances? 34% of the participants reported that they indeed struggle in creating budgets and in organizing their finances while 66% said that they have everything under control.
Struggles with finance34%
Easily manages finances66%
Housing costs, accommodation, and housing affordability in Agadir
Rental costs and house/apartment prices can vary drastically between different areas and locations.
Rent Cost in Agadir
Monthly Rent Prices
Studio apartment monthly rent cost
| 970 MAD | 1,500 MAD | 3,900 MAD |
1-bedroom apartment monthly rent cost
| 1,500 MAD | 2,300 MAD | 5,800 MAD |
2-bedroom apartment monthly rent cost
| 1,900 MAD | 2,900 MAD | 7,800 MAD |
3-bedroom apartment monthly rent cost
| 2,300 MAD | 3,900 MAD | 11,000 MAD |
Furnished apartment monthly rent cost
| 4,700 MAD | 12,000 MAD | 23,000 MAD |
Townhouse monthly rent cost
| 3,900 MAD | 5,800 MAD | 17,000 MAD |
House monthly rent cost
| 4,700 MAD | 12,000 MAD | 23,000 MAD |
Villa monthly rent cost
| 5,800 MAD | 15,000 MAD | 23,000 MAD |
The monthly rental cost of a studio apartment in Agadir ranges between 970 MAD and 3,900 MAD, meanwhile the cost of monthly rental of a one-bedroom apartment can be anywhere from 1,500 MAD to 5,800 MAD. Two-bedroom rentals rate ranges between 1,900 MAD and 7,800 MAD per month. The monthly rental for a three-bedroom apartment ranges from 2,300 MAD to 11,000 MAD. The average rent of a townhouse in Agadir is around 5,800 MAD while house rental costs can be as high as 12,000 MAD per month. Finally, if you want to rent a villa, expect to pay anywhere from 5,800 MAD to 23,000 MAD per month.
Apartment and house prices in Agadir
Cost of buying a property
Studio apartment price
| 190,000 MAD | 290,000 MAD | 580,000 MAD |
1-bedroom apartment price
| 230,000 MAD | 390,000 MAD | 1.5M MAD |
2-bedroom apartment price
| 390,000 MAD | 1.2M MAD | 2.3M MAD |
| $39,000 | $120,000 | $230,000 |
3-bedroom apartment price
| 1.3M MAD | 1.9M MAD | 5.8M MAD |
| $130,000 | $190,000 | $580,000 |
Townhouse price
| 1.7M MAD | 3.9M MAD | 15M MAD |
House price
Villa price
The average price of a studio apartment in Agadir can range from 190,000 MAD to 580,000 MAD depending on location. One bedroom cost can be anywhere from 230,000 MAD to 1.5M MAD. A villa can cost you 13M MAD on average with prices ranging from 2.3M MAD to 19M MAD.
If you're leasing or purchasing, housing costs in Agadir will probably constitute your biggest expenditure, yet it's an area where you wield considerable influence. This is due to the substantial variance in housing prices across communities. Keep in mind the location of your workplace and the accessibility of essential amenities to prevent negating the savings from lower rental rates with increased transportation expenses.
House / apartment prices to income ratio
Property price to income ratio
( average property price / average monthly income ) x 100
| 34 | x96 monthly income | 189 |
Property prices in Agadir can be x96 to x189 multiples of the monthly income depending on the property and the income of the person. On average, property prices are approximately x96 multiples of the average monthly salary in Agadir.
Rent to income ratio
Rent to income ratio
( monthly rental / monthly income ) x 100
The average rent-to-income ratio in Agadir is around 28%. This means that people pay 28% of their income for rent. Those figures can range from 19% to 37% depending on the salary, location, and type of property.
The housing-to-income ratio is a very important metric to evaluate and measure how affordable living is in a particular area, city, or country since housing comprises the biggest chunk of expenditure. A higher housing to income ratio means that the place is relatively expensive. The figure by itself does tell much. It only starts to make sense when comparing the housing to income ratio across different locations.
Housing affordability index
The housing affordability index measures how affordable accommodation is in a particular place. This can measured in multiple ways, the most common being housing expenditure to total expenditure ratio and the rent to income ratio. The housing expenditure ratio is a figure reported by individuals on the percentage they allocate for housing. Rent to income ratio is calculated by dividing the average monthly rent by the average income. Because these values are both percentages, we can find their average and get the best of the two worlds.
Housing Affordability Index
26% Property Taxes
Real estate owners pay property taxes to local tax authorities, which are determined by the assessed value of their property. Typically, these taxes are paid once a year. Property tax funds contribute to community development, financing infrastructure improvements, public services, and local education initiatives.
Home Maintenance Costs
Home maintenance costs encompass various expenses associated with the upkeep and repair of a residence. These expenditures include regular tasks such as lawn care, pest control, and HVAC system servicing, as well as occasional repairs and renovations like fixing leaks, painting, or replacing appliances.
Urban vs. rural living costs
Urban living typically entails higher housing and transportation costs due to demand and limited space, while rural areas generally offer lower housing expenses but may have higher prices for goods and services. The differnce in rental rates between urban areas and rural areas can be as high as 300% in some cases.
Food Prices, Dining Expenses, and Grocery Costs in Agadir
Grocery / Food expenditure and prices can vary drastically between different areas and locations.
Prices and cost of goods and services in Agadir
Dining out, food, and beverages costs. Price variations for common food items.
Fast food combo meal price
The average price of a regular combo meal at a fast food outlet or chain like McDonald's, Pizzahut, or KFC in Agadir is approximatly 26 MAD with meal cost ranging from 13 MAD to 43 MAD. The typical combo meal consists of a burger, french fries, and a drink.
Restaurant meal for one price
If you are planning to have a nice meal at a mid-range restaurant, expect to pay anywhere between 41 MAD and 120 MAD with 61 MAD being the average price of a plate for one person at a regular restaurant in Agadir.
Fine dining meal for one price
The price range of a meal at fine-dining restaurant is 82 MAD to 490 MAD with the average cost being 120 MAD for one person. This is what you would expect to pay a top-tier diner in Agadir.
Beverage prices, cappuccino, latte etc..
The average price of a regular beverage like cappuccino or latte at Starbucks, Costa, or similar coffee shops and cafes in Agadir is around 17 MAD. Price ranges between 11 MAD and 26 MAD depending on the type of beverage, the size, and optional add-ons.
Grocery and market costs
Large bottle of milk price
The average price of a large bottle of milk in Agadir is 10 MAD. The maximum what you would pay for milk is 13 MAD and the minimum being 8.6 MAD depending on the brand of milk and other properties.
12 eggs price
A dozen eggs costs around 8.6 MAD on average with 6.5 MAD and 13 MAD being the lower and upper limits respectively.
Fresh whole chicken price
The price range of a fresh whole chicken in Agadir is between 15 MAD and 27 MAD depending on the size of the chicken and whether it is oraganic or not. The average price is approximatly 19 MAD.
Pack of beef price
The price of a regular pack of beef or meat is around 26 MAD. A pack of beef contains around 1Kg or 1lb depending on packing.
Medium bag of rice price
A bag of rice in Agadir costs around 9.5 MAD on average with prices rangeing between 6.9 MAD and 13 MAD depending on the brand and quality.
Bag of tomatos price
A bag of tomatoes costs anywhere from 2.6 MAD to 6.5 MAD. A bag of tomatoes denotes 1Kg or 1lb depending on location.
Bag of apples price
A bag of apples costs 6 MAD on average. A bag of apples denotes 1Kg or 1lb depending on location.
Expenditure on food and grocery for students
Students' spending on grocery ranges from 170 MAD to 7,600 MAD with the location, income, and size of the student being the most determinite factors.
