Last update: Oct 2026 11.6M

Cost of Living in Tunisia

Name: Tunisia
Address: TN

Across Tunisia, living costs for one person average $677 a month, including rent and utilities, which take about a third of the total. Other living expenses average about $15 a day.

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Monthly Cost of Living

How much you'll spend in Tunisia

Real prices from locals and on-the-ground checks – rent, groceries, transit and the daily extras. Here's what a month in Tunisia actually costs, broken down by who's living it.

Average monthly costs for a single person come to about $677 including rent across Tunisia.

$677 /mo

Estimated average monthly cost for a couple: $1,070 including rent across Tunisia.

$1,070 /mo

Average monthly costs for a family of three come to about $1,463 including rent across Tunisia.

$1,463 /mo

Living costs in Tunisia vary widely – from $448 in the most affordable city to $847 in the most expensive one, spanning a $399 range across 28 cities.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$4.06 TND 12.15

$2.37 TND 7.09

$8.45 TND 25.30

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$19.97 TND 59.8

$13.31 TND 39.87

$36.60 TND 110

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$5.16 TND 15.45

$4.13 TND 12.37

$6.88 TND 20.60

Cappuccino

$0.94 TND 2.82

$0.48 TND 1.44

$1.92 TND 5.75

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

$0.70 TND 2.09

$0.52 TND 1.56

$1.04 TND 3.12

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.30 TND 0.89

$0.19 TND 0.57

$0.64 TND 1.92

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.71 TND 5.13

$1.03 TND 3.07

$3.09 TND 9.24

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.05 TND 6.13

$1.37 TND 4.11

$3.08 TND 9.23

Milk (1 liter)

$0.50 TND 1.50

$0.41 TND 1.23

$0.69 TND 2.05

White Bread (500g)

$0.20 TND 0.60

$0.07 TND 0.20

$1.59 TND 4.75

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.49 TND 4.46

$0.82 TND 2.44

$2.39 TND 7.14

Eggs

$1.60 TND 4.78

$0.95 TND 2.85

$2.02 TND 6.06

Local Cheese (1kg)

$10.99 TND 32.91

$6.76 TND 20.24

$16.91 TND 50.6

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.94 TND 17.78

$4.11 TND 12.29

$6.84 TND 20.48

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$14.57 TND 43.64

$10.16 TND 30.43

$18.29 TND 54.8

Apples (1kg)

$1.93 TND 5.78

$1.02 TND 3.06

$3.08 TND 9.21

Banana (1kg)

$3.40 TND 10.17

$2.10 TND 6.30

$6.48 TND 19.41

Oranges (1kg)

$1.11 TND 3.32

$0.55 TND 1.66

$1.65 TND 4.95

Tomato (1kg)

$0.78 TND 2.35

$0.34 TND 1.02

$1.03 TND 3.09

Potato (1kg)

$0.71 TND 2.12

$0.32 TND 0.95

$0.96 TND 2.87

Onion (1kg)

$0.61 TND 1.84

$0.36 TND 1.08

$0.97 TND 2.91

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.48 TND 1.43

$0.28 TND 0.84

$0.70 TND 2.08

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.29 TND 0.88

$0.24 TND 0.71

$0.31 TND 0.94

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$3.74 TND 11.21

$3.40 TND 10.17

$4.08 TND 12.21

Wine (Bottle)

$6.61 TND 19.80

$3.31 TND 9.90

$8.93 TND 26.74

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.26 TND 3.78

$0.69 TND 2.06

$1.71 TND 5.14

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.30 TND 3.90

$0.89 TND 2.65

$2.04 TND 6.10

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.34 TND 1.03

$0.18 TND 0.53

$0.58 TND 1.74

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$10.20 TND 30.56

$6.80 TND 20.37

$20.42 TND 61.2

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$0.31 TND 0.94

$0.42 TND 1.25

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.35 TND 1.03

$0.21 TND 0.63

$0.70 TND 2.10

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$4.03 TND 12.08

$1.81 TND 5.42

$8.07 TND 24.16

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.85 TND 2.55

$0.86 TND 2.58

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

$38.6K TND 115.7K

$34.4K TND 103.0K

$39.3K TND 117.7K

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

$35.5K TND 106.3K

$33.2K TND 99.5K

$36.6K TND 109.5K

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

$54.5 TND 163

$33.79 TND 101

$101 TND 304

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

$10.09 TND 30.23

$5.02 TND 15.04

$16.75 TND 50.2

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$19.48 TND 58.3

$13.87 TND 41.54

$29.73 TND 89.0

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$26.65 TND 79.8

$16.79 TND 50.3

$40.29 TND 121

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$11.63 TND 34.84

$6.73 TND 20.17

$20.21 TND 60.5

Cinema Ticket

$5.29 TND 15.83

$3.30 TND 9.88

$6.60 TND 19.77

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

$81.9 TND 245

$49.36 TND 148

$165 TND 493

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$2,782 TND 8,332

$1,206 TND 3,611

$5,024 TND 15.0K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$40.91 TND 123

$20.36 TND 61.0

$67.9 TND 203

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$52.7 TND 158

$23.16 TND 69.4

$99.3 TND 297

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$97.9 TND 293

$40.02 TND 120

$167 TND 499

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$75.5 TND 226

$33.79 TND 101

$152 TND 456

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$225 TND 674

$116 TND 348

$399 TND 1,195

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$151 TND 451

$82.1 TND 246

$273 TND 818

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$391 TND 1,170

$237 TND 710

$677 TND 2,028

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$276 TND 825

$168 TND 503

$504 TND 1,510

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,033 TND 3,094

$681 TND 2,039

$1,842 TND 5,517

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$626 TND 1,875

$401 TND 1,202

$821 TND 2,459

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$320 TND 960

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

7.5

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

Last update: October 13, 2026

Monthly budget structure

Share of the monthly basket for one person, rent included.

Tunisia $677

Groceries & Markets

$195 28.8%

Accommodation & Living

$151 22.3%

Clothing & Footwear

$120 17.8%

Monthly Utilities & Internet

$84 12.4%

Eating Out

$76 11.2%

Sport & Entertainment

$37 5.5%

Getting Around

$14 2%

Cost Breakdown

Average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in the city center: $203 in Tunisia. For reference, capital rent is $390 in Tunis, and $119 in Djerba.

National average salary: $307. With average costs at $677, the gap is significant. Expats and remote workers with foreign income benefit most.

Expect to spend about $190 monthly on groceries. Dining out at a mid-range restaurant averages $18.00 for two.

In Tunis (capital), expect about $847 per month, while Djerba offers the lowest costs at $448 – which city you pick has a tangible effect on the budget.

Cost Highlights

Overall cost of living ($677) is 50% below the global median of $1,350.

Average rent ($203) is 69% below the global median of $652.

Dinner for two at a restaurant ($18.00) is 63% below the global median of $48.00.

Public transport ($9.00) is 74% below the global median of $34.00.

Good to know

🕒 Local time

09:04 9:04 AM

🌤 Weather

👥 Population

11,565,204

💱 Currency

Tunisian Dinar TND د.ت

📈 Exchange rate

1 TND = 0.334 USD

1 TND = 0.297 EUR

Exchange rates and currency converter

By City in Tunisia

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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	Ariana	114486	32	$447	$666	$1,060	$1,413	-	-
2	Beja	57000	30	$493	$621	$1,181	$1,512	251.19	17.98
3	Ben Arous	88322	34	$488	$698	$1,177	$1,497	118.2	25.29
4	Bizerte	136917	30	$420	$611	$991	$1,228	29.98	21.2
5	Carthage	21276	34	$493	$693	$1,190	$1,508	105.41	25.25
6	Djerba	89228	22	$357	$448	$893	$1,122	16.03	20.03
7	El Kef	73710	30	$426	$610	$1,013	$1,308	47.67	20.52
8	Gabes	130984	25	$405	$518	$977	$1,136	171.26	20.6
9	Gafsa	111170	28	$445	$586	$1,028	$1,220	45.84	21.95
10	Hammamet	106326	37	$442	$765	$1,073	$1,547	159.84	24.14
11	Kairouan	139070	31	$419	$634	$985	$1,316	40.03	20.47
12	Kasserine	83534	29	$376	$584	$881	$1,206	146.9	17.2
13	Kelibia	58491	31	$441	$642	$1,047	$1,362	213.44	19.32
14	Ksar Hellal	55415	34	$475	$692	$1,154	$1,484	76.01	18.52
15	La Marsa	92987	38	$506	$772	$1,203	$1,809	25.56	25.25
16	Le Bardo	71961	34	$482	$696	$1,171	$1,484	96.3	25.25
17	Mahdia	79545	27	$400	$557	$975	$1,206	11.2	19.67
18	Manouba	58792	32	$451	$651	$1,083	$1,396	13.22	25.45
19	Menzel Temime	65645	35	$515	$712	$1,220	$1,537	247.64	24.26
20	Mohammedia	66593	33	$469	$677	$1,131	$1,461	294.7	21.13
21	Monastir	104535	34	$525	$707	$1,258	$1,556	85.96	18.1
22	Msaken	56000	31	$494	$646	$1,184	$1,394	389.42	23.22
23	Nabeul	73128	33	$462	$678	$1,115	$1,452	122.42	21.42
24	Sfax	955421	31	$448	$626	$1,082	$1,341	97.64	23.23
25	Sousse	221530	38	$542	$777	$1,323	$1,736	48.65	24.31
26	Tataouine	56000	22	$361	$463	$895	$1,006	69.48	23.29
27	Tozeur	37365	29	$403	$603	$939	$1,255	202.88	30.4
28	Tunis	728453	41	$535	$847	$1,287	$1,740	20.43	25.25

Tunisia Median Internet Speeds (Updated April 2026)

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Fixed Broadband

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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.

As of 2026, living expenses in Tunisia span $448 to $847 monthly. Capitals and tourist hotspots sit at the top end; provincial towns offer substantially cheaper living.

Tunisia covers a wide cost spectrum. As of 2026, monthly expenses run from about $448 in budget-friendly smaller cities to $847 in the priciest areas. The gap is big enough to meaningfully affect lifestyle for anyone on a fixed income.

Outside the capital and tourist areas, costs in Tunisia drop fast. Djerba is one of the best budget options – lower costs without giving up access to essential services and everyday amenities.

$1,000 a month goes far in Tunisia, especially outside the big cities. It's a realistic single-person budget that covers housing, food, transport, and leisure comfortably.

Living in Tunisia is cheap by global standards. Regional cities offer the best value, with the capital Tunis sitting higher. Low living costs are one of the country's main draws for expats, retirees, and anyone stretching a budget.