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Agadir, Morocco
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$900
Retiree Score
98.0
Safety Index
75.4
Healthcare
19 facilities

Life in Morocco's premier coastal resort comes with a hefty reality check - while winter temps hover at a pleasant 20°C/69°F, housing demand outpaces supply by nearly double, creating intense competition for real estate in this city of 504,768. Rebuilt entirely after a devastating 1960 earthquake, modern Agadir operates as Morocco's largest seaside destination and fishing hub, with its port processing more sardines than anywhere else globally during the 1980s.

The rebuilt city, positioned 1.6 km south of its original location, now sports a 10 km beachfront promenade and year-round swimming thanks to 340 annual days of sunshine. Beyond tourism, Agadir's economy runs on fishing, agriculture, and exports through its four-basin port. The commercial harbor, with its 17-meter draft, handles everything from citrus to cobalt. But newcomers should note the stark linguistic divide - while 58.3% of residents speak Arabic as their mother tongue, a significant 40.7% are native Berber speakers, reflecting the city's role as Morocco's Berber cultural capital.

Can I afford Agadir?

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Agadir

You could save

2,100/mo

Savings Rate70%

Monthly Costs

Rent $400
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$500

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
70/100
Retiree Score
(i)
98/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
48/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Morocco Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
75
Safety
19
Healthcare
100
Walkability
100
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $1
Bread (loaf) *$1
Eggs (12) $2
Rice (1kg) *$1
Chicken (1kg) *$3

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$5
Meal (Mid-range) $47
Cappuccino $2
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $25
Mobile Plan (mo) $18
Gym (mo) *$27
Cinema Ticket $5

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $400
1BR Outside (mo) *$212
3BR Center (mo) $800
3BR Outside (mo) *$372

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Common in Tourist Areas
Expat Community
Medium
Top Neighborhoods
Founty, Cite Suisse, Talborjt
Best For
retirees, surfers

Expat Life Notes

Morocco top beach resort. It attracts many European retirees and surfers, offering a more liberal and relaxed vibe than inland cities.

Pros

  • ✓ Year-round sunshine and surfing
  • ✓ Large European retirement community
  • ✓ Modern infrastructure

Cons

  • ✗ Very touristy
  • ✗ Higher cost of living for Morocco
  • ✗ Lacks a historic medina center

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
—
Temperature
9°C°C - 26°C°C
Annual Rainfall
151 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
Jan, Feb, Dec

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Agadir

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Agadir has a population of approximately 504,768 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $1,000 per month in Agadir, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $400/month.

The nearest airport to Agadir is AGA, approximately 20km away.

Agadir is considered relatively safe, with a safety index of 75.4. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

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