Agadir, Morocco

Agadir sits on Morocco's Atlantic coast at an elevation of 53 meters, enjoying a hot-summer Mediterranean climate kept mild year-round by the Canary Current. The city of 505,000 people draws expats to neighborhoods like Founty, Cite Suisse, and Talborjt, where a one-bedroom apartment in the city center rents for $413 per month and a similar unit outside the center costs $183. For those needing more space, a three-bedroom in the center runs $589 monthly, while outside the center it drops to $381.

Living costs in Agadir are low, with a cost of living index of 33 out of 100 compared to New York City. A single adult can live on a budget of $315 per month including rent, while a mid-range lifestyle costs $466 and a comfortable one runs $759. Excluding rent, a single person's monthly expenses average $500, and a family of four spends about $1,870. Utilities are just $23 per month, internet is $29, a mobile plan costs $17, and a monthly public transport pass is $25. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs $5, a three-course meal for two at a mid-range restaurant is $25, and a cappuccino is $2. The average local monthly net salary is $512, and a gym membership is $25 per month.

Agadir has a safety index of 60 and a crime index of 38, where a lower crime index indicates safer conditions. Healthcare quality is rated as good, and English proficiency is common in tourist areas, making daily life manageable for international residents. The expat community is medium-sized, and the overall expat score is 81 out of 100.

For longer stays, Morocco offers the Morocco Retirement Visa, which requires a minimum monthly income of $1,500, and the Morocco Digital Nomad Visa, with a minimum monthly income of $587. The nearest airport is AGA, located 6 kilometers from the city. With a FIRE score of 83 and a retiree score of 64, Agadir is especially suited for those pursuing financial independence or early retirement, while a digital nomad score of 67 reflects its growing appeal for remote workers.