City, Tunisia
Cost of living in Sousse
How much a month costs in Sousse
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $674–1,080 (DT2,000–3,200).
Prices in Sousse
Typical 2026 ranges in TND, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | TND | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | DT700–1,400 | $236–472 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | DT450–900 | $152–303 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | DT30–60 | $10–20 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | DT120–280 | $40–94 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | DT7–15 | $2.4–5.1 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | DT28–65 | $9–22 |
| Cappuccino | DT4–8 | $1.3–2.7 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | DT8–14 | $2.7–4.7 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | DT0.7–2 | $0.24–0.67 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | DT6–12 | $2–4 |
| Work and life | ||
| Gym membership (month) | DT60–130 | $20–44 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | DT20–40 | $6.7–13.5 |
Value for money: 92/100
A value score of 92/100 means Sousse gives more quality of life per dollar than 91% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 62/100. It's the 2nd most affordable of 7 places we cover in Tunisia.
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Cost of living across Tunisia
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
Cheaper alternatives to Sousse
Similar safety, lower cost, in Africa.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Sousse?
About $337–506 on a lean budget, $674–1,080 for a comfortable month and $1,520–2,530 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Sousse?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs DT700–1,400 ($236–472) a month in the center and DT450–900 ($152–303) outside it.
How much does food cost in Sousse?
A local meal is DT7–15 ($2.4–5.1); a mid-range restaurant is DT28–65 ($9–22) per person.
Is Tunisia expensive?
Prices in Tunisia are about 30% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Monastir Airport (OACA)
- SNCFT (Tunisian National Railways)
- UK FCDO travel advice: Tunisia
Prices are SoloSquare estimates for 2026, reviewed against official and operator prices where available. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.