Is Targa Expensive?

Marrakech, Morocco

+2% vs Marrakech avg

Living in Targa, Marrakech

Targa is a moderately-priced area within Marrakech, with a cost of living index of 19.6 — that is +2% compared to the Marrakech average. It sits around the middle of the pack at #7 out of 17 neighborhoods. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around MAD 3,468/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 Targa, housing takes up roughly 38% 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 138,714 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Targa

Salaries in Targa reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 19.6:

After tax and deductions of 28.2% in Morocco, take-home pay for someone earning MAD 138,714 would be roughly MAD 99,597/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

19.6
COLI Index
1.02x
vs City Avg
MAD 3,468
Est. 1BR Rent
#7
of 17 Areas
28.2%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Targa

Estimated annual deductions on a MAD 142,794 salary in Targa, Marrakech (local employee).

Income Tax
22%
CNSS
6.3%
Total Deductions: 28.2%
Est. Take-Home: MAD 102,462/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $14,700
London GBP £12,651
Dubai AED AED 73,556

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%

View all 17 neighborhoods in Marrakech →

Convert Your Salary

See exactly what you need to earn in Targa, Marrakech to maintain your lifestyle.

Open Salary Converter

Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Targa:

Andheri East, Mumbai Chembur, Mumbai CIL, Casablanca Hebbal, Bangalore Rajajinagar, Bangalore Tineretului, Bucharest

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Targa expensive in Marrakech?

Targa is near the city average for Marrakech. Costs are about +2% vs the average, making it a mid-range neighborhood.

How does Targa compare to the Marrakech average?

The cost of living in Targa is near the Marrakech average. With a multiplier of 1.02x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +2% 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.