Relocation & Living
Cost of Living in Zanzibar
Transparent budget bands for coastal and urban life.
Monthly budget bands
Apartments inland from roughly $800–$1,500/month; quality coastal villas $2,000–$6,000+; ultra-luxury beachfront higher. Groceries mix local markets and imported premium; dining ranges from $5 meals to $80 tasting menus.
Vehicle ownership, health insurance, and school fees dominate family budgets — model holistically.