Cost of Living in Tunisia - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Tunisia
Address: TN

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $456 (excluding rent), and $679 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,112 (excluding rent), and $1,441 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$3.43 TND 9.87

$2.05 TND 5.91

$7.53 TND 21.68

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$20.28 TND 58.4

$13.52 TND 38.93

$40.56 TND 117

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$4.94 TND 14.22

$3.95 TND 11.39

$6.59 TND 18.97

Cappuccino

$0.92 TND 2.66

$0.50 TND 1.44

$1.66 TND 4.79

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

$0.63 TND 1.82

$0.50 TND 1.43

$0.99 TND 2.86

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.29 TND 0.84

$0.21 TND 0.60

$0.71 TND 2.05

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.66 TND 4.78

$1.00 TND 2.88

$2.94 TND 8.48

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.39 TND 6.89

$1.53 TND 4.42

$3.42 TND 9.86

Milk (1 liter)

$0.51 TND 1.47

$0.44 TND 1.26

$0.71 TND 2.03

White Bread (500g)

$0.20 TND 0.58

$0.08 TND 0.22

$0.76 TND 2.17

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.50 TND 4.31

$0.79 TND 2.28

$2.32 TND 6.67

Eggs

$1.65 TND 4.76

$1.05 TND 3.02

$2.09 TND 6.01

Local Cheese (1kg)

$10.74 TND 30.92

$6.03 TND 17.35

$16.73 TND 48.19

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.84 TND 16.83

$2.98 TND 8.58

$6.96 TND 20.03

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$14.11 TND 40.63

$10.27 TND 29.59

$17.13 TND 49.34

Apples (1kg)

$1.98 TND 5.71

$1.05 TND 3.02

$3.13 TND 9.03

Banana (1kg)

$3.00 TND 8.63

$2.05 TND 5.92

$5.66 TND 16.29

Oranges (1kg)

$1.11 TND 3.21

$0.60 TND 1.73

$1.83 TND 5.28

Tomato (1kg)

$0.76 TND 2.20

$0.35 TND 1.00

$1.04 TND 2.99

Potato (1kg)

$0.74 TND 2.13

$0.43 TND 1.23

$1.06 TND 3.06

Onion (1kg)

$0.61 TND 1.76

$0.35 TND 1.00

$0.86 TND 2.49

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.45 TND 1.29

$0.26 TND 0.75

$0.66 TND 1.90

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.30 TND 0.85

$0.23 TND 0.66

$0.32 TND 0.94

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$3.36 TND 9.68

$4.03 TND 11.62

Wine (Bottle)

$6.91 TND 19.91

$3.45 TND 9.94

$9.33 TND 26.86

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.22 TND 3.52

$0.66 TND 1.90

$1.75 TND 5.03

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.33 TND 3.83

$0.94 TND 2.71

$2.01 TND 5.80

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.35 TND 1.02

$0.18 TND 0.51

$0.53 TND 1.53

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$10.28 TND 29.61

$6.86 TND 19.76

$17.14 TND 49.37

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$0.29 TND 0.83

$0.39 TND 1.13

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.31 TND 0.89

$0.18 TND 0.53

$0.61 TND 1.75

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$4.16 TND 11.97

$3.19 TND 9.17

$9.55 TND 27.49

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.86 TND 2.49

$0.79 TND 2.28

$0.89 TND 2.58

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

$41.2K TND 118.7K

$34.3K TND 98.9K

$47.0K TND 135.4K

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

$36.2K TND 104.4K

$33.7K TND 97.2K

$37.9K TND 109.0K

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

$52.4 TND 151

$33.27 TND 95.8

$83.8 TND 241

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

$9.85 TND 28.37

$4.99 TND 14.38

$16.65 TND 47.96

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$19.81 TND 57.1

$13.53 TND 38.97

$33.83 TND 97.4

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$27.35 TND 78.8

$16.64 TND 47.94

$39.95 TND 115

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$12.66 TND 36.46

$6.80 TND 19.57

$20.38 TND 58.7

Cinema Ticket

$5.29 TND 15.24

$3.31 TND 9.53

$6.62 TND 19.07

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

$95.5 TND 275

$50.7 TND 146

$169 TND 486

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$2,668 TND 7,683

$1,501 TND 4,322

$5,003 TND 14.4K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$42.20 TND 122

$20.45 TND 58.9

$68.2 TND 196

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$53.0 TND 153

$23.54 TND 67.8

$101 TND 291

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$97.3 TND 280

$50.3 TND 145

$151 TND 435

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$74.1 TND 213

$33.72 TND 97.1

$152 TND 437

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$239 TND 689

$173 TND 497

$345 TND 995

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$157 TND 451

$103 TND 297

$275 TND 791

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$401 TND 1,154

$235 TND 676

$604 TND 1,738

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$276 TND 794

$169 TND 487

$440 TND 1,267

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,032 TND 2,971

$675 TND 1,944

$1,790 TND 5,157

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$619 TND 1,782

$340 TND 978

$849 TND 2,446

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$342 TND 986

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

11.33

7.5

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

Last update: March 2, 2026

By City in Tunisia

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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	Ariana	-	35	$472	$683	$1,111	$1,498	-	-
2	Beja	57000	32	$413	$632	$947	$1,535	260.94	18.47
3	Ben Arous	88322	33	$467	$666	$1,165	$1,448	128.06	23.91
4	Bizerte	136917	25	$389	$496	$853	$1,156	157.95	21.44
5	Carthage	21276	32	$554	$646	$1,084	$1,465	109.54	23.93
6	Djerba	-	23	$361	$460	$797	$1,175	346.53	8.1
7	El Kef	73710	27	$420	$533	$898	$1,206	23.5	21.16
8	Gabes	130984	28	$420	$542	$996	$1,207	102.54	19.46
9	Gafsa	111170	29	$458	$566	$1,037	$1,177	38.35	18.76
10	Hammamet	-	38	$369	$748	$1,176	$1,508	111.78	21.79
11	Kairouan	139070	28	$418	$557	$908	$1,180	75.68	23.12
12	Kasserine	83534	25	$317	$490	$819	$1,029	120.54	17.04
13	Kelibia	58491	30	$352	$594	$845	$1,264	22.43	17.61
14	Ksar Hellal	-	33	$402	$651	$999	$1,442	48.91	13.53
15	La Marsa	-	38	$455	$767	$1,088	$1,967	47.58	23.93
16	Le Bardo	-	34	$472	$685	$1,114	$1,478	87.3	23.93
17	Mahdia	79545	29	$431	$577	$891	$1,166	122.31	19.44
18	Manouba	58792	32	$499	$644	$954	$1,327	16.41	26.83
19	Menzel Temime	65645	31	$407	$616	$1,070	$1,414	146.67	20.68
20	Mohammedia	-	32	$432	$642	$1,108	$1,429	8.85	22.14
21	Monastir	104535	34	$460	$681	$1,095	$1,494	73.93	16.91
22	Msaken	56000	34	$501	$691	$1,042	$1,523	125.1	20.9
23	Nabeul	73128	32	$415	$631	$896	$1,378	139.68	21.55
24	Sfax	955421	31	$433	$619	$1,072	$1,366	151.32	22.22
25	Sousse	221530	36	$498	$715	$1,230	$1,613	88.53	23.91
26	Tataouine	56000	23	$315	$467	$941	$1,021	214.82	25.9
27	Tozeur	37365	30	$395	$600	$816	$1,264	77.2	27.2
28	Tunis	728453	37	$502	$727	$1,238	$1,590	29.48	23.93

Tunisia Median Internet Speeds (Updated January 2026)

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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 Tunisia - Frequently Asked Questions

Cost of Living in Tunisia varies by city and season, offering a broad value spectrum for travelers, expats, and digital nomads. Urban centers provide easy access to services, coworking spaces, and dining that stays affordable relative to Western markets, while smaller towns keep daily expenses low. Costs rise in coastal tourist hubs during peak season and ease inland in off-season periods. You'll save by using public transport, shopping at local markets, and choosing longer-term rentals to lock in steady rates. Tip: Map your daily routines to neighborhoods that fit your work and lifestyle.

When searching housing, look for apartments in central neighborhoods near markets and transit hubs, or quieter areas a short ride from the city center. Food options range from vibrant local markets and street snacks to affordable casual restaurants; grocery budgeting is possible with seasonal produce. For transport, you'll rely on a mix of buses, trains, and shared taxis; consider a monthly pass if you'll move around often. Errands feel practical when you cluster needs by neighborhood. Tunisia living cost varies by area, so anchor your housing and shopping choices to your daily routine. Tip: plan a weekly shopping route and keep a small grocery list for efficient trips.

Quality of life in Tunisia depends on balancing your budget with your lifestyle and neighborhood fit. Start with a simple framework: allocate for housing, utilities, groceries, dining, transport, and leisure, plus a small buffer for emergencies. Seasonality matters in coastal areas, with hotter summers driving energy use and visitor flows; inland towns can feel steadier but offer fewer higher-end options. Neighborhoods near business districts or universities often shave minutes from your daily routine, while quieter suburbs provide space and a calmer pace. Tip: use a short-term trial stay in a few areas to test daily life before longer commitments.