Is Massira Expensive?

Marrakech, Morocco

-22% vs Marrakech avg

Living in Massira, Marrakech

Massira is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Marrakech, with a cost of living index of 15.0 — that is -22% compared to the Marrakech average. Ranked #14 of 17, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around MAD 2,652/month, compared to a range of MAD 2,380 in Tamesna to MAD 4,420 in Palmeraie.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Massira, housing takes up roughly 29% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 18%, 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 106,075 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Massira

Salaries in Massira reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 15.0:

After tax and deductions of 24.6% in Morocco, take-home pay for someone earning MAD 106,075 would be roughly MAD 79,981/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

15.0
COLI Index
0.78x
vs City Avg
MAD 2,652
Est. 1BR Rent
#14
of 17 Areas
24.6%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Massira

Estimated annual deductions on a MAD 109,281 salary in Massira, Marrakech (local employee).

Income Tax
18%
CNSS
6.3%
Total Deductions: 24.6%
Est. Take-Home: MAD 82,452/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $11,250
London GBP £9,682
Dubai AED AED 56,293

Other Neighborhoods in Marrakech

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Palmeraie 25.0 1.30x +30%
Hivernage 24.0 1.25x +25%
Gueliz 22.7 1.18x +18%
Medina (Riads) 22.1 1.15x +15%
Amelkis 21.5 1.12x +12%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Massira:

Esenyurt, Istanbul Kengeri, Bangalore Sidi Moumen, Casablanca Sidi Bernoussi, Casablanca Downtown, Cairo Rohini, Delhi

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Massira expensive in Marrakech?

Massira is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Marrakech. It costs about -22% less than the city average, ranking #14 out of 17 neighborhoods.

How does Massira compare to the Marrakech average?

The cost of living in Massira is well below the Marrakech average. With a multiplier of 0.78x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -22% 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.