Is Dar Bouazza Expensive?

Casablanca, Morocco

-15% vs Casablanca avg

Living in Dar Bouazza, Casablanca

Dar Bouazza is a relatively affordable area in Casablanca, with a cost of living index of 18.8 — that is -15% compared to the Casablanca average. At #11 of 18, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around MAD 3,303/month, compared to a range of MAD 2,642 in Sidi Bernoussi to MAD 4,857 in Corniche (Ain Diab).

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Dar Bouazza, housing takes up roughly 32% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 17%, while transportation costs around 9%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately MAD 132,108 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Dar Bouazza

Salaries in Dar Bouazza reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 18.8:

After tax and deductions of 27.7% in Morocco, take-home pay for someone earning MAD 132,108 would be roughly MAD 95,514/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

18.8
COLI Index
0.85x
vs City Avg
MAD 3,303
Est. 1BR Rent
#11
of 18 Areas
27.7%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Dar Bouazza

Estimated annual deductions on a MAD 136,965 salary in Dar Bouazza, Casablanca (local employee).

Income Tax
21%
CNSS
6.3%
Total Deductions: 27.7%
Est. Take-Home: MAD 98,982/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Dar Bouazza would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $14,100
London GBP £12,134
Dubai AED AED 70,553

Other Neighborhoods in Casablanca

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Corniche (Ain Diab) 27.6 1.25x +25%
Anfa 27.0 1.22x +22%
Triangle d'Or 26.1 1.18x +18%
Maarif 25.4 1.15x +15%
Gauthier 24.8 1.12x +12%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Dar Bouazza:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dar Bouazza expensive in Casablanca?

Dar Bouazza is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Casablanca. It costs about -15% less than the city average, ranking #11 out of 18 neighborhoods.

How does Dar Bouazza compare to the Casablanca average?

The cost of living in Dar Bouazza is below the Casablanca average. With a multiplier of 0.85x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -15% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.