Is Oulfa Expensive?

Casablanca, Morocco

-28% vs Casablanca avg

Living in Oulfa, Casablanca

Oulfa is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Casablanca, with a cost of living index of 15.9 — that is -28% compared to the Casablanca average. Ranked #16 of 18, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around MAD 2,798/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 Oulfa, housing takes up roughly 27% 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 111,904 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Oulfa

Salaries in Oulfa reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 15.9:

After tax and deductions of 25.4% in Morocco, take-home pay for someone earning MAD 111,904 would be roughly MAD 83,480/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

15.9
COLI Index
0.72x
vs City Avg
MAD 2,798
Est. 1BR Rent
#16
of 18 Areas
25.4%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Oulfa

Estimated annual deductions on a MAD 115,838 salary in Oulfa, Casablanca (local employee).

Income Tax
19%
CNSS
6.3%
Total Deductions: 25.4%
Est. Take-Home: MAD 86,367/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $11,925
London GBP £10,262
Dubai AED AED 59,670

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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Oulfa vs Sidi Moumen Oulfa vs Sidi Bernoussi

Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Oulfa:

Centro, Medellín Itagüí, Medellín Noida (Sector 18), Delhi Patel Nagar, Delhi Pitampura, Delhi Rahova, Bucharest

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oulfa expensive in Casablanca?

Oulfa is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Casablanca. It costs about -28% less than the city average, ranking #16 out of 18 neighborhoods.

How does Oulfa compare to the Casablanca average?

The cost of living in Oulfa is well below the Casablanca average. With a multiplier of 0.72x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -28% 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.