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 218

$6.95 SCR 86.4

$24.15 SCR 300

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$70.1 SCR 872

$42.08 SCR 523

$210 SCR 2,617

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$6.97 SCR 86.7

$6.93 SCR 86.3

$11.56 SCR 144

Cappuccino

$4.72 SCR 58.7

$1.66 SCR 20.70

$7.82 SCR 97.3

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

$2.23 SCR 27.77

$1.53 SCR 19.01

$3.48 SCR 43.28

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.14 SCR 26.64

$1.12 SCR 13.99

$3.07 SCR 38.18

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$8.26 SCR 103

$2.26 SCR 28.10

$9.80 SCR 122

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.90 SCR 48.55

$3.49 SCR 43.45

$6.38 SCR 79.4

Milk (1 liter)

$1.74 SCR 21.62

$1.49 SCR 18.56

$2.55 SCR 31.76

White Bread (500g)

$1.63 SCR 20.25

$1.13 SCR 14.05

$3.47 SCR 43.16

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.85 SCR 22.99

$1.56 SCR 19.44

$2.04 SCR 25.44

Eggs

$3.51 SCR 43.70

$2.88 SCR 35.82

$5.34 SCR 66.5

Local Cheese (1kg)

$20.51 SCR 255

$11.36 SCR 141

$55.1 SCR 685

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.99 SCR 74.5

$4.06 SCR 50.5

$6.77 SCR 84.3

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$9.86 SCR 123

$5.93 SCR 73.8

$17.36 SCR 216

Apples (1kg)

$2.04 SCR 25.40

$1.69 SCR 21.02

$2.36 SCR 29.41

Banana (1kg)

$2.51 SCR 31.24

$1.76 SCR 21.88

$4.57 SCR 56.9

Oranges (1kg)

$2.43 SCR 30.23

$1.42 SCR 17.68

$3.56 SCR 44.32

Tomato (1kg)

$5.90 SCR 73.4

$3.50 SCR 43.55

$7.70 SCR 95.8

Potato (1kg)

$1.42 SCR 17.64

$0.93 SCR 11.51

$2.70 SCR 33.63

Onion (1kg)

$1.36 SCR 16.92

$0.99 SCR 12.34

$1.87 SCR 23.28

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.40 SCR 17.42

$1.07 SCR 13.32

$1.78 SCR 22.16

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.43 SCR 17.84

$1.01 SCR 12.62

$2.36 SCR 29.37

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$21.62 SCR 269

$13.63 SCR 170

$29.09 SCR 362

Wine (Bottle)

$11.84 SCR 147

$8.88 SCR 111

$14.81 SCR 184

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$3.21 SCR 39.90

$2.02 SCR 25.15

$5.64 SCR 70.1

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$5.72 SCR 71.2

$2.05 SCR 25.52

$8.88 SCR 110

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.79 SCR 9.87

$0.66 SCR 8.21

$0.91 SCR 11.30

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$30.25 SCR 376

$21.10 SCR 263

$44.05 SCR 548

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$8.67 SCR 108

$6.94 SCR 86.3

$10.40 SCR 129

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$2.63 SCR 32.77

$2.11 SCR 26.22

$3.16 SCR 39.33

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$14.09 SCR 175

$7.05 SCR 87.7

$21.14 SCR 263

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.42 SCR 17.69

$1.36 SCR 16.95

$1.47 SCR 18.30

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

$26.7K SCR 331.8K

$24.6K SCR 305.5K

$28.8K SCR 358.1K

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

$35.1K SCR 436.3K

$31.6K SCR 392.7K

$38.6K SCR 480.0K

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

$116 SCR 1,440

$65.6 SCR 816

$197 SCR 2,445

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

$40.91 SCR 509

$20.87 SCR 260

$41.67 SCR 518

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$141 SCR 1,751

$105 SCR 1,303

$175 SCR 2,171

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$67.7 SCR 842

$41.45 SCR 516

$113 SCR 1,411

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$15.08 SCR 188

$7.82 SCR 97.3

$22.35 SCR 278

Cinema Ticket

$5.75 SCR 71.5

$5.22 SCR 65.0

$11.43 SCR 142

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

$157 SCR 1,958

$140 SCR 1,740

$175 SCR 2,175

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$8,338 SCR 103.7K

$4,947 SCR 61.5K

$14.9K SCR 185.7K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$56.1 SCR 698

$27.59 SCR 343

$99.1 SCR 1,233

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$25.11 SCR 312

$10.87 SCR 135

$34.29 SCR 427

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$69.2 SCR 861

$43.76 SCR 544

$83.5 SCR 1,038

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$68.2 SCR 849

$28.06 SCR 349

$140 SCR 1,745

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$926 SCR 11.5K

$824 SCR 10.3K

$1,408 SCR 17.5K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$788 SCR 9,808

$613 SCR 7,632

$1,063 SCR 13.2K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,882 SCR 23.4K

$1,703 SCR 21.2K

$2,572 SCR 32.0K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,631 SCR 20.3K

$1,264 SCR 15.7K

$2,106 SCR 26.2K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$738 SCR 9,182

$153 SCR 1,898

$1,287 SCR 16.0K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$898 SCR 11.2K

$631 SCR 7,849

$1,165 SCR 14.5K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$838 SCR 10.4K

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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Highest

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

Seychelles Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

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

Digital Nomad Cost of Living Index

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.