Is Derb Sultan Expensive?

Casablanca, Morocco

-18% vs Casablanca avg

Living in Derb Sultan, Casablanca

Derb Sultan is a relatively affordable area in Casablanca, with a cost of living index of 18.1 — that is -18% compared to the Casablanca average. At #12 of 18, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around MAD 3,186/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 Derb Sultan, housing takes up roughly 31% 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 127,446 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Derb Sultan

Salaries in Derb Sultan reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 18.1:

After tax and deductions of 27.2% in Morocco, take-home pay for someone earning MAD 127,446 would be roughly MAD 92,781/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

18.1
COLI Index
0.82x
vs City Avg
MAD 3,186
Est. 1BR Rent
#12
of 18 Areas
27.2%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Derb Sultan

Estimated annual deductions on a MAD 131,866 salary in Derb Sultan, Casablanca (local employee).

Income Tax
21%
CNSS
6.3%
Total Deductions: 27.2%
Est. Take-Home: MAD 95,937/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Derb Sultan would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $13,575
London GBP £11,682
Dubai AED AED 67,926

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Derb Sultan expensive in Casablanca?

Derb Sultan is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Casablanca. It costs about -18% less than the city average, ranking #12 out of 18 neighborhoods.

How does Derb Sultan compare to the Casablanca average?

The cost of living in Derb Sultan is below the Casablanca average. With a multiplier of 0.82x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -18% 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.