Is Palmier Expensive?

Casablanca, Morocco

-5% vs Casablanca avg

Living in Palmier, Casablanca

Palmier is a moderately-priced area within Casablanca, with a cost of living index of 21.0 — that is -5% compared to the Casablanca average. It sits around the middle of the pack at #9 out of 18 neighborhoods. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around MAD 3,691/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 Palmier, housing takes up roughly 36% 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 147,651 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Palmier

Salaries in Palmier reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 21.0:

After tax and deductions of 29.0% in Morocco, take-home pay for someone earning MAD 147,651 would be roughly MAD 104,832/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

21.0
COLI Index
0.95x
vs City Avg
MAD 3,691
Est. 1BR Rent
#9
of 18 Areas
29.0%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Palmier

Estimated annual deductions on a MAD 152,993 salary in Palmier, Casablanca (local employee).

Income Tax
23%
CNSS
6.3%
Total Deductions: 29.0%
Est. Take-Home: MAD 108,552/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $15,750
London GBP £13,554
Dubai AED AED 78,810

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 Palmier:

Balvanera, Buenos Aires Saavedra, Buenos Aires Ruczaj, Krakow Vasant Kunj, Delhi Galerías, Bogotá Tuol Sleng, Phnom Penh

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Palmier expensive in Casablanca?

Palmier is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Casablanca. It costs about -5% less than the city average, ranking #9 out of 18 neighborhoods.

How does Palmier compare to the Casablanca average?

The cost of living in Palmier is below the Casablanca average. With a multiplier of 0.95x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -5% 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.