Is Route de Ouarzazate Expensive?

Marrakech, Morocco

-25% vs Marrakech avg

Living in Route de Ouarzazate, Marrakech

Route de Ouarzazate is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Marrakech, with a cost of living index of 14.4 — that is -25% compared to the Marrakech average. Ranked #15 of 17, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around MAD 2,550/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 Route de Ouarzazate, housing takes up roughly 28% 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 101,995 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Route de Ouarzazate

Salaries in Route de Ouarzazate reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 14.4:

After tax and deductions of 23.9% in Morocco, take-home pay for someone earning MAD 101,995 would be roughly MAD 77,619/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

14.4
COLI Index
0.75x
vs City Avg
MAD 2,550
Est. 1BR Rent
#15
of 17 Areas
23.9%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Route de Ouarzazate

Estimated annual deductions on a MAD 104,910 salary in Route de Ouarzazate, Marrakech (local employee).

Income Tax
18%
CNSS
6.3%
Total Deductions: 23.9%
Est. Take-Home: MAD 79,842/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Route de Ouarzazate would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $10,800
London GBP £9,294
Dubai AED AED 54,041

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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Compare Route de Ouarzazate

Route de Ouarzazate vs Sidi Youssef Ben Ali Route de Ouarzazate vs Tamesna

Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Route de Ouarzazate:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Route de Ouarzazate expensive in Marrakech?

Route de Ouarzazate is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Marrakech. It costs about -25% less than the city average, ranking #15 out of 17 neighborhoods.

How does Route de Ouarzazate compare to the Marrakech average?

The cost of living in Route de Ouarzazate is well below the Marrakech average. With a multiplier of 0.75x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -25% 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.