Ben Arous, Tunisia, Tunisia — cost of living
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Ben Arous, Tunisia

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About Ben Arous, Tunisia

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$275
Family of 4 / mo
$695
Avg salary (after tax)
$504

Ben Arous is a charming city located in Tunisia , just a short drive from the capital, Tunis. This city is known for its friendly atmosphere and beautiful surroundings. People in Ben Arous enjoy a mix of modern life and traditional culture.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Ben Arous· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $78.76
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $61.78
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $75.36
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $103.89

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $3.23
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $472.86

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $0.61
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $1.01
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $0.81
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.22
  • CappuccinoUSD $0.71

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $2.44
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $12.23
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $3.26

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $10.36
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $1.62
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.15
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $0.89
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $0.75
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $0.56
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $0.61
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $0.37
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.28
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $4.07
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $3.26
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $3.45
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $7.52
  • Dozen EggsUSD $1.03
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $0.78
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $0.19
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $0.61

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $88.31
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $168.05
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $122.21
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $268.87
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $198.6
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $60.55

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $26.99
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $24.44
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $4.07
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $61.11
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $3,259

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $0.39
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $0.2
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $28,516
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $4.07
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $10.19
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $31,062
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.26

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $24.54
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $64.16

Costs reflect a typical lifestyle in each place, excluding rent unless stated. Numbers are a starting point — always cross-check before big decisions.

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How we calculate these numbers

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