Cost of Living in Beja - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $407 (excluding rent), and $649 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,093 (excluding rent), and $1,551 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$3.83 TND 11.10

$1.99 TND 5.78

$9.97 TND 28.91

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$17.01 TND 49.34

$51.0 TND 148

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$4.95 TND 14.35

$2.90 TND 8.42

$6.83 TND 19.81

Cappuccino

$0.66 TND 1.90

$0.49 TND 1.42

$1.63 TND 4.72

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.51 TND 1.49

$0.49 TND 1.41

$1.29 TND 3.75

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.25 TND 0.73

$0.15 TND 0.42

$0.53 TND 1.54

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.16 TND 3.36

$0.83 TND 2.40

$1.98 TND 5.73

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.64 TND 4.76

$1.04 TND 3.02

$2.07 TND 6.00

Milk (1 liter)

$0.46 TND 1.33

$0.40 TND 1.16

$0.77 TND 2.24

White Bread (500g)

$0.14 TND 0.40

$0.07 TND 0.20

$0.34 TND 0.97

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.27 TND 3.70

$0.50 TND 1.46

$1.67 TND 4.84

Eggs

$1.74 TND 5.04

$1.04 TND 3.02

$2.94 TND 8.54

Local Cheese (1kg)

$6.87 TND 19.93

$17.17 TND 49.79

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.79 TND 16.79

$2.44 TND 7.07

$6.97 TND 20.22

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$13.57 TND 39.36

$11.88 TND 34.45

$16.97 TND 49.20

Apples (1kg)

$1.51 TND 4.38

$0.66 TND 1.92

$5.28 TND 15.31

Banana (1kg)

$3.05 TND 8.84

$1.98 TND 5.73

$4.95 TND 14.34

Oranges (1kg)

$1.00 TND 2.89

$0.57 TND 1.64

$1.77 TND 5.13

Tomato (1kg)

$0.61 TND 1.77

$0.35 TND 1.00

$1.04 TND 3.01

Potato (1kg)

$0.71 TND 2.04

$0.35 TND 1.02

$1.06 TND 3.07

Onion (1kg)

$0.59 TND 1.72

$0.33 TND 0.96

$0.99 TND 2.88

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.44 TND 1.27

$0.28 TND 0.82

$0.71 TND 2.06

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.31 TND 0.90

$0.25 TND 0.72

$0.35 TND 1.02

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$3.48 TND 10.10

$3.32 TND 9.62

$3.98 TND 11.55

Wine (Bottle)

$7.08 TND 20.55

$4.25 TND 12.33

$7.08 TND 20.55

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.15 TND 3.33

$0.83 TND 2.42

$1.66 TND 4.81

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.08 TND 3.14

$0.86 TND 2.49

$1.71 TND 4.96

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.43 TND 1.24

$0.18 TND 0.51

$0.43 TND 1.24

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$10.02 TND 29.04

$3.34 TND 9.69

$10.02 TND 29.04

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$0.32 TND 0.92

$0.29 TND 0.84

$0.42 TND 1.23

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.34 TND 0.97

$0.20 TND 0.58

$0.66 TND 1.92

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$5.98 TND 17.35

$1.99 TND 5.78

$9.17 TND 26.60

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.80 TND 2.33

$1.05 TND 3.04

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$48.0K TND 139.3K

$43.0K TND 124.8K

$51.6K TND 149.8K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$36.4K TND 105.6K

$37.5K TND 108.6K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$50.2 TND 146

$84.3 TND 244

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$10.91 TND 31.64

$5.00 TND 14.49

$16.67 TND 48.33

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$18.67 TND 54.1

$15.41 TND 44.70

$34.24 TND 99.3

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$21.14 TND 61.3

$18.61 TND 54.0

$23.68 TND 68.7

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$24.07 TND 69.8

$6.88 TND 19.95

$24.07 TND 69.8

Cinema Ticket

$6.33 TND 18.36

$5.33 TND 15.46

$8.33 TND 24.15

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$59.9 TND 174

$166 TND 483

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$1,204 TND 3,493

$5,018 TND 14.6K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$41.15 TND 119

$23.36 TND 67.7

$117 TND 339

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$60.1 TND 174

$33.40 TND 96.9

$117 TND 339

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$126 TND 366

$50.5 TND 147

$236 TND 684

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$82.7 TND 240

$40.49 TND 117

$236 TND 685

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$200 TND 580

$171 TND 497

$240 TND 695

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$138 TND 400

$103 TND 300

$172 TND 500

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$376 TND 1,092

$296 TND 858

$406 TND 1,177

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$410 TND 1,190

$175 TND 507

$410 TND 1,190

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$991 TND 2,873

$720 TND 2,089

$1,165 TND 3,380

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$544 TND 1,577

$194 TND 563

$660 TND 1,913

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: January 13, 2026

Beja Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

Mobile

261

Mbps

Fixed Broadband

Mbps

The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

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Cost of Living in Beja - Frequently Asked Questions

Beja offers a comparatively relaxed price backdrop and a strong sense of local life. For travelers, expats, and digital nomads who value stability over flashy luxury, it can feel affordable, especially relative to larger coastal or capital cities. You'll notice lower daily costs for groceries from markets, simpler utility bills with efficient climate use, and more reasonable options for modest housing. Long-term rentals in central quarters often deliver solid value if you're prepared to commit to a few months. Cost of Living in Beja, Tunisia sets a practical baseline for planning work, errands, and leisure without sacrificing access to essential services. Tip: Start with a short-term stay to sense neighborhood vibes and adjust your budget as you go.

In Beja, you'll find a mix of traditional souks and newer apartments that fit different budgets. Start your housing search by checking local classifieds, talking to agents around central districts, and visiting a few blocks to gauge noise and daylight. Food options range from markets with fresh produce to small cafés serving Tunisian staples, often at affordable prices. For transport, walking and short taxi rides cover most needs; buses connect the city with nearby towns, while a car share or rental offers flexibility for weekend trips. Beja, Tunisia living cost can shape how you pace errands and coworking. Tip: Scout a neighborhood with reliable internet and a nearby grocery store.

To balance life in Beja, adopt a simple budgeting framework: separate fixed costs from flexible daily costs, and build in a modest buffer for seasonal changes. In summer, plan for higher cooling needs and slower occupancy in peak periods, and in winter, expect steady energy use for heating and illumination. Neighborhood fit matters: central districts offer walkability to markets and cafés, while quieter outskirts can lower rents and reduce commute time if you rely on a car. Shopping at markets, cooking at home, and shopping outside rush hours save time and money. Tip: set a monthly cap for discretionary spending and review it after your first few weeks.