Cost of Living in Seychelles - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Seychelles
Address: SC

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,037 (excluding rent), and $1,959 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,402 (excluding rent), and $4,108 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$17.16 SCR 237

$6.80 SCR 94.2

$23.65 SCR 327

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$70.5 SCR 975

$42.28 SCR 585

$211 SCR 2,926

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$6.76 SCR 93.5

$6.73 SCR 93.1

$11.22 SCR 155

Cappuccino

$4.88 SCR 67.5

$1.72 SCR 23.82

$8.09 SCR 112

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

$2.25 SCR 31.10

$1.54 SCR 21.29

$3.50 SCR 48.47

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.15 SCR 29.76

$1.13 SCR 15.63

$3.08 SCR 42.65

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$8.52 SCR 118

$2.33 SCR 32.26

$10.11 SCR 140

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.74 SCR 51.8

$3.35 SCR 46.34

$6.12 SCR 84.7

Milk (1 liter)

$1.79 SCR 24.81

$1.54 SCR 21.31

$2.63 SCR 36.45

White Bread (500g)

$1.64 SCR 22.64

$1.13 SCR 15.71

$3.49 SCR 48.26

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.92 SCR 26.59

$1.63 SCR 22.49

$2.13 SCR 29.42

Eggs

$3.47 SCR 47.96

$2.84 SCR 39.31

$5.27 SCR 73.0

Local Cheese (1kg)

$20.85 SCR 289

$11.55 SCR 160

$56.0 SCR 775

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.95 SCR 82.4

$4.04 SCR 55.9

$6.73 SCR 93.2

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$9.65 SCR 134

$5.80 SCR 80.3

$16.99 SCR 235

Apples (1kg)

$2.03 SCR 28.12

$1.68 SCR 23.27

$2.35 SCR 32.55

Banana (1kg)

$2.44 SCR 33.77

$1.71 SCR 23.65

$4.44 SCR 61.5

Oranges (1kg)

$2.38 SCR 32.90

$1.39 SCR 19.24

$3.48 SCR 48.23

Tomato (1kg)

$5.71 SCR 79.0

$3.39 SCR 46.88

$7.45 SCR 103

Potato (1kg)

$1.41 SCR 19.49

$0.92 SCR 12.71

$2.68 SCR 37.15

Onion (1kg)

$1.37 SCR 18.89

$1.00 SCR 13.78

$1.88 SCR 26.00

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.34 SCR 18.58

$1.03 SCR 14.21

$1.71 SCR 23.63

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.44 SCR 19.95

$1.02 SCR 14.11

$2.37 SCR 32.84

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$22.05 SCR 305

$13.90 SCR 192

$29.68 SCR 411

Wine (Bottle)

$11.20 SCR 155

$8.39 SCR 116

$13.99 SCR 194

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$3.37 SCR 46.58

$2.12 SCR 29.36

$5.91 SCR 81.9

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$5.70 SCR 78.9

$2.04 SCR 28.30

$8.85 SCR 122

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.82 SCR 11.29

$0.68 SCR 9.38

$0.93 SCR 12.92

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$30.17 SCR 418

$21.05 SCR 291

$43.93 SCR 608

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$8.72 SCR 121

$6.97 SCR 96.5

$10.46 SCR 145

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$2.64 SCR 36.56

$2.11 SCR 29.25

$3.17 SCR 43.88

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$13.93 SCR 193

$6.96 SCR 96.4

$20.89 SCR 289

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.43 SCR 19.76

$1.37 SCR 18.94

$1.48 SCR 20.45

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

$26.2K SCR 362.0K

$24.1K SCR 333.3K

$28.2K SCR 390.7K

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

$35.0K SCR 483.8K

$31.5K SCR 435.4K

$38.5K SCR 532.2K

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

$117 SCR 1,625

$66.5 SCR 921

$199 SCR 2,758

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

$40.17 SCR 556

$20.50 SCR 284

$40.92 SCR 566

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$139 SCR 1,918

$103 SCR 1,427

$172 SCR 2,378

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$69.1 SCR 957

$42.32 SCR 586

$116 SCR 1,602

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$15.43 SCR 214

$8.00 SCR 111

$22.87 SCR 316

Cinema Ticket

$5.75 SCR 79.5

$5.22 SCR 72.3

$11.43 SCR 158

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

$159 SCR 2,198

$141 SCR 1,954

$176 SCR 2,442

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$8,571 SCR 118.6K

$5,085 SCR 70.4K

$15.3K SCR 212.4K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$56.7 SCR 785

$27.88 SCR 386

$100 SCR 1,386

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$25.24 SCR 349

$10.93 SCR 151

$34.47 SCR 477

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$68.7 SCR 951

$43.42 SCR 601

$82.8 SCR 1,146

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$67.6 SCR 936

$27.80 SCR 385

$139 SCR 1,924

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$931 SCR 12.9K

$828 SCR 11.5K

$1,414 SCR 19.6K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$813 SCR 11.3K

$633 SCR 8,759

$1,097 SCR 15.2K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,884 SCR 26.1K

$1,705 SCR 23.6K

$2,575 SCR 35.6K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,596 SCR 22.1K

$1,236 SCR 17.1K

$2,060 SCR 28.5K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$710 SCR 9,823

$136 SCR 1,887

$1,242 SCR 17.2K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$884 SCR 12.2K

$619 SCR 8,566

$1,148 SCR 15.9K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$777 SCR 10.7K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

16.5

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

Last update: January 11, 2026

By City in Seychelles

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	Beau Vallon	-	66	$451	$1,307	$1,286	$2,780	37.13	51.88
2	Mahe	78539	91	$844	$1,785	$2,307	$3,150	100.88	127.11
3	Victoria	26450	98	$951	$1,963	$2,501	$4,293	24.22	87.35

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Cost of Living in Seychelles - Frequently Asked Questions

Affordability in Seychelles varies by island and lifestyle, with premium options alongside more modest choices. The biggest impact comes from imported goods and staying in well-known tourist hubs, but you can still find value by choosing guesthouses, locally owned eateries, and cooking some meals at home. For longer stays, consider renting a modest apartment in a quieter neighborhood and using public transport or ferries between islands when possible. Seasonal demand also shifts availability and prices, especially around peak travel periods. Cost of Living in Seychelles reflects these dynamics, so plan around your essentials and flexibility. Tip: Build a simple monthly budget that focuses on housing, groceries, and transport, and adjust during off-peak times.

Daily life hinges on where you base yourself and how you move. In Mahé, Praslin, or La Digue you will find a range from airy apartments to cozy guesthouses, with shorter leases handy while you test neighborhoods. Grocery shopping leans on fish markets and seasonal produce, while dining out covers a spectrum from casual delis to beachfront eateries. Transport is practical: ferries link the main islands, local buses run between towns, and bikes are popular for short trips. Co-working spaces and cafes can support remote work, though you will want a backup for unstable connections in some spots. Seychelles living cost tends to rise with tourism, so plan around seasons and speed of your services. Tip: Map a pragmatic weekly plan that balances work, errands, and local exploration.

Quality of life in Seychelles shines for outdoorsy people and a relaxed pace; to fit your budget, adopt a simple framework: categorize essentials, discretionary spending, and long-term savings. Seasonality affects crowds and service availability; shoulder seasons can ease costs and give you faster access to housing and activities. For neighborhood fit, prioritize areas with easy grocery access, reliable internet, and quick ferry links if you plan island hopping. Practical savings tips: buy fresh fish and produce locally, share accommodation or short-term rentals, and use public transport or walking instead of rideshares. Tip: Create a monthly spend plan with fixed essentials first, then treat yourself to a few carefully chosen experiences.