Cost of Living in Seychelles - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Seychelles
Address: SC

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,019 (excluding rent), and $1,919 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,386 (excluding rent), and $4,019 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$17.52 SCR 246

$6.95 SCR 97.7

$24.15 SCR 340

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$70.1 SCR 987

$42.08 SCR 592

$210 SCR 2,960

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$6.97 SCR 98.0

$6.93 SCR 97.6

$11.56 SCR 163

Cappuccino

$4.72 SCR 66.4

$1.66 SCR 23.41

$7.82 SCR 110

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

$2.23 SCR 31.41

$1.53 SCR 21.50

$3.48 SCR 48.95

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.14 SCR 30.13

$1.12 SCR 15.83

$3.07 SCR 43.18

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$8.26 SCR 116

$2.26 SCR 31.78

$9.80 SCR 138

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.90 SCR 54.9

$3.49 SCR 49.15

$6.38 SCR 89.8

Milk (1 liter)

$1.74 SCR 24.45

$1.49 SCR 21.00

$2.55 SCR 35.92

White Bread (500g)

$1.63 SCR 22.91

$1.13 SCR 15.89

$3.47 SCR 48.82

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.85 SCR 26.00

$1.56 SCR 21.99

$2.04 SCR 28.77

Eggs

$3.51 SCR 49.43

$2.88 SCR 40.52

$5.34 SCR 75.2

Local Cheese (1kg)

$20.51 SCR 289

$11.36 SCR 160

$55.1 SCR 775

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.99 SCR 84.3

$4.06 SCR 57.2

$6.77 SCR 95.3

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$9.86 SCR 139

$5.93 SCR 83.4

$17.36 SCR 244

Apples (1kg)

$2.04 SCR 28.73

$1.69 SCR 23.78

$2.36 SCR 33.26

Banana (1kg)

$2.51 SCR 35.33

$1.76 SCR 24.74

$4.57 SCR 64.4

Oranges (1kg)

$2.43 SCR 34.19

$1.42 SCR 19.99

$3.56 SCR 50.1

Tomato (1kg)

$5.90 SCR 83.0

$3.50 SCR 49.26

$7.70 SCR 108

Potato (1kg)

$1.42 SCR 19.96

$0.93 SCR 13.01

$2.70 SCR 38.03

Onion (1kg)

$1.36 SCR 19.13

$0.99 SCR 13.95

$1.87 SCR 26.33

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.40 SCR 19.70

$1.07 SCR 15.06

$1.78 SCR 25.06

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.43 SCR 20.18

$1.01 SCR 14.28

$2.36 SCR 33.22

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$21.62 SCR 304

$13.63 SCR 192

$29.09 SCR 409

Wine (Bottle)

$11.84 SCR 167

$8.88 SCR 125

$14.81 SCR 208

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$3.21 SCR 45.12

$2.02 SCR 28.44

$5.64 SCR 79.3

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$5.72 SCR 80.5

$2.05 SCR 28.87

$8.88 SCR 125

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.79 SCR 11.17

$0.66 SCR 9.28

$0.91 SCR 12.78

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$30.25 SCR 426

$21.10 SCR 297

$44.05 SCR 620

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$8.67 SCR 122

$6.94 SCR 97.6

$10.40 SCR 146

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$2.63 SCR 37.07

$2.11 SCR 29.65

$3.16 SCR 44.48

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$14.09 SCR 198

$7.05 SCR 99.2

$21.14 SCR 297

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.42 SCR 20.01

$1.36 SCR 19.17

$1.47 SCR 20.70

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

$26.7K SCR 375.3K

$24.6K SCR 345.5K

$28.8K SCR 405.0K

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

$35.1K SCR 493.5K

$31.6K SCR 444.2K

$38.6K SCR 542.9K

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

$116 SCR 1,629

$65.6 SCR 923

$197 SCR 2,766

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

$40.91 SCR 576

$20.87 SCR 294

$41.67 SCR 586

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$141 SCR 1,981

$105 SCR 1,473

$175 SCR 2,456

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$67.7 SCR 953

$41.45 SCR 583

$113 SCR 1,596

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$15.08 SCR 212

$7.82 SCR 110

$22.35 SCR 315

Cinema Ticket

$5.75 SCR 80.9

$5.22 SCR 73.5

$11.43 SCR 161

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

$157 SCR 2,214

$140 SCR 1,968

$175 SCR 2,460

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$8,338 SCR 117.3K

$4,947 SCR 69.6K

$14.9K SCR 210.1K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$56.1 SCR 789

$27.59 SCR 388

$99.1 SCR 1,394

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$25.11 SCR 353

$10.87 SCR 153

$34.29 SCR 482

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$69.2 SCR 974

$43.76 SCR 616

$83.5 SCR 1,174

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$68.2 SCR 960

$28.06 SCR 395

$140 SCR 1,974

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$926 SCR 13.0K

$824 SCR 11.6K

$1,408 SCR 19.8K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$788 SCR 11.1K

$613 SCR 8,631

$1,063 SCR 15.0K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,882 SCR 26.5K

$1,703 SCR 24.0K

$2,572 SCR 36.2K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,631 SCR 22.9K

$1,264 SCR 17.8K

$2,106 SCR 29.6K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$738 SCR 10.4K

$153 SCR 2,147

$1,287 SCR 18.1K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$898 SCR 12.6K

$631 SCR 8,878

$1,165 SCR 16.4K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$838 SCR 11.8K

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 19, 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	$432	$1,293	$1,614	$2,770	37.13	51.88
2	Mahe	78539	91	$989	$1,835	$2,342	$3,191	100.88	127.11
3	Victoria	26450	99	$1,116	$1,972	$2,553	$4,328	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.