Marrakech, Morocco
+15% vs Marrakech avgMedina (Riads) is one of the pricier neighborhoods in Marrakech, with a cost of living index of 22.1 — that is +15% compared to the Marrakech average. It ranks #4 out of 17 areas by cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around MAD 3,910/month, compared to a range of MAD 2,380 in Tamesna to MAD 4,420 in Palmeraie.
For a typical resident of Medina (Riads), housing takes up roughly 43% 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 156,393 before tax.
Salaries in Medina (Riads) reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 22.1:
After tax and deductions of 29.6% in Morocco, take-home pay for someone earning MAD 156,393 would be roughly MAD 110,101/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.
Estimated annual deductions on a MAD 161,007 salary in Medina (Riads), Marrakech (local employee).
Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.
What a $75,000 USD salary in Medina (Riads) would need to be elsewhere:
| City | Currency | Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| New York | USD | $16,575 |
| London | GBP | £14,264 |
| Dubai | AED | AED 82,938 |
| Neighborhood | COLI | Multiplier | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmeraie | 25.0 | 1.30x | +30% |
| Hivernage | 24.0 | 1.25x | +25% |
| Gueliz | 22.7 | 1.18x | +18% |
| Amelkis | 21.5 | 1.12x | +12% |
| Agdal | 20.7 | 1.08x | +8% |
See exactly what you need to earn in Medina (Riads), Marrakech to maintain your lifestyle.
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Yes, Medina (Riads) is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Marrakech. It costs about +15% more than the city average, ranking #4 out of 17 neighborhoods.
The cost of living in Medina (Riads) is above the Marrakech average. With a multiplier of 1.15x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +15% compared to the city baseline.