Rabat

🇲🇦Morocco•North Africa

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living35

Safety69

Healthcare56

Career Opportunities47

Climate80

Transport59

Air Quality77.5

Family Friendliness58.67

Education44

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Rabat a good place to live?

Rabat scores 61/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 35/100), moderately safe (safety: 69/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 56/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Rabat?

Rabat has a cost of living score of 35/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Rabat?

Rabat has a transport score of 59/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Rabat?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Rabat are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Rabat safe for expats?

Rabat has a safety score of 69/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 77.5/100.

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