My Life in Tunis: 8,300 Tunisian Dinars Per Month, Private Schools, Restaurants and Travel — The Daily Life of an Affluent Family

Written by: Adel Khelifi on October 19, 2026

At the Gardens of Carthage, Selim and Sonia have built a comfortable life.

Two well-established careers, two children in private schools, two cars, a family apartment and a second rental property: with 8,300 DT in declared monthly resources, this couple can prioritize education, leisure, and travel without turning every daily expense into a source of worry.

But this standard of living also represents a substantial budget.

Two careers that ensure financial stability

At 46, Selim holds a senior engineer and project manager position in a private telecommunications company. He earns 4,500 DT per month, to which is added a valuable perk: a company car with fuel paid by the employer. His wife Sonia, 42, is a dental surgeon. She runs her own practice and reports earning about 3,000 DT per month.

The couple also has a rental income of 800 DT per month, from a S+1 apartment located in Ennasr. In total, the declared resources reach 8,300 DT per month. This combination of qualified salaried work, liberal profession, and real estate assets allows them to organize their spending around life choices, and not only essential needs.

The family’s monthly income

Selim: 4,500 DT · Sonia: about 3,000 DT

Apartment rented in Ennasr: 800 DT

8,300 DT in total

At the Gardens of Carthage, comfort has become a habit

Adel Khelifi

Adel Khelifi

My name is Adel Khelifi, and I’m a journalist based in Tunis with a passion for telling local stories to a global audience. I cover current affairs, culture, and social issues with a focus on clarity and context. I believe journalism should connect people, not just inform them.