Cost of Living in Mauritius - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Mauritius
Address: MU

Monthly Cost of Living

Average monthly costs for a single person come to about $1,016 including rent across Mauritius.

Estimated average monthly cost for a couple: $1,654 including rent across Mauritius.

Average monthly costs for a family of three come to about $2,292 including rent across Mauritius.

Living costs in Mauritius vary widely – from $762 in more affordable cities to $1,174 in major hubs, spanning a $412 range across 38 cities.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$6.34 MUR 298

$3.17 MUR 149

$12.68 MUR 595

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$42.13 MUR 1,977

$25.28 MUR 1,186

$84.3 MUR 3,954

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$6.86 MUR 322

$5.80 MUR 272

$7.53 MUR 354

Cappuccino

$2.56 MUR 120

$1.05 MUR 49.28

$5.26 MUR 247

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.09 MUR 51.3

$0.72 MUR 33.91

$2.07 MUR 97.1

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.67 MUR 31.21

$0.51 MUR 23.97

$1.30 MUR 61.1

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$2.17 MUR 102

$1.42 MUR 66.4

$6.53 MUR 307

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.12 MUR 146

$1.87 MUR 87.9

$6.25 MUR 293

Milk (1 liter)

$1.43 MUR 67.1

$1.14 MUR 53.4

$2.06 MUR 96.7

White Bread (500g)

$0.70 MUR 32.81

$0.22 MUR 10.13

$1.31 MUR 61.3

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.75 MUR 82.3

$1.07 MUR 50.4

$2.69 MUR 126

Eggs

$2.47 MUR 116

$1.28 MUR 60.2

$3.09 MUR 145

Local Cheese (1kg)

$8.95 MUR 420

$2.93 MUR 138

$31.43 MUR 1,475

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.90 MUR 277

$2.16 MUR 101

$9.72 MUR 456

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$12.42 MUR 583

$6.30 MUR 296

$20.99 MUR 985

Apples (1kg)

$2.19 MUR 103

$1.14 MUR 53.4

$4.13 MUR 194

Banana (1kg)

$1.99 MUR 93.2

$1.04 MUR 48.91

$3.76 MUR 176

Oranges (1kg)

$2.13 MUR 99.8

$1.03 MUR 48.33

$4.54 MUR 213

Tomato (1kg)

$2.57 MUR 121

$1.03 MUR 48.30

$4.33 MUR 203

Potato (1kg)

$1.09 MUR 51.0

$0.87 MUR 40.91

$1.30 MUR 61.1

Onion (1kg)

$1.03 MUR 48.15

$0.72 MUR 33.93

$1.46 MUR 68.3

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.88 MUR 41.20

$0.55 MUR 25.69

$1.09 MUR 51.4

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.72 MUR 34.02

$0.43 MUR 20.41

$1.10 MUR 51.5

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$6.43 MUR 302

$5.90 MUR 277

$8.04 MUR 377

Wine (Bottle)

$10.51 MUR 493

$5.26 MUR 247

$14.72 MUR 691

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.76 MUR 82.7

$1.28 MUR 60.0

$2.13 MUR 100

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.29 MUR 107

$1.57 MUR 73.6

$3.14 MUR 147

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.98 MUR 45.83

$0.85 MUR 39.91

$1.15 MUR 54.2

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$41.73 MUR 1,958

$20.87 MUR 979

$53.5 MUR 2,509

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$4.15 MUR 195

$2.07 MUR 97.3

$6.23 MUR 292

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$3.11 MUR 146

$1.46 MUR 68.4

$4.16 MUR 195

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$10.47 MUR 491

$5.24 MUR 246

$20.95 MUR 983

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.46 MUR 68.8

$1.33 MUR 62.5

$1.61 MUR 75.5

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$30.6K MUR 1.4M

$27.5K MUR 1.3M

$34.8K MUR 1.6M

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$34.7K MUR 1.6M

$32.1K MUR 1.5M

$37.8K MUR 1.8M

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$59.2 MUR 2,780

$31.96 MUR 1,500

$105 MUR 4,923

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$13.95 MUR 655

$7.08 MUR 332

$21.48 MUR 1,008

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$30.01 MUR 1,408

$23.11 MUR 1,084

$42.01 MUR 1,971

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$33.46 MUR 1,570

$16.93 MUR 795

$55.0 MUR 2,583

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$7.47 MUR 350

$5.34 MUR 250

$8.53 MUR 400

Cinema Ticket

$6.38 MUR 300

$5.32 MUR 250

$7.45 MUR 349

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$160 MUR 7,518

$101 MUR 4,762

$431 MUR 20.2K

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$5,213 MUR 244.6K

$2,520 MUR 118.3K

$8,821 MUR 414.0K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$49.27 MUR 2,312

$21.12 MUR 991

$77.2 MUR 3,621

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$42.43 MUR 1,991

$21.55 MUR 1,012

$64.7 MUR 3,034

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$76.8 MUR 3,602

$49.98 MUR 2,346

$117 MUR 5,474

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$64.2 MUR 3,011

$37.74 MUR 1,771

$94.4 MUR 4,428

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$472 MUR 22.2K

$257 MUR 12.1K

$704 MUR 33.0K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$317 MUR 14.9K

$148 MUR 6,943

$528 MUR 24.8K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$832 MUR 39.0K

$416 MUR 19.5K

$1,457 MUR 68.4K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$665 MUR 31.2K

$313 MUR 14.7K

$1,149 MUR 53.9K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$4,427 MUR 207.7K

$3,775 MUR 177.1K

$5,392 MUR 253.1K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$2,152 MUR 101.0K

$1,081 MUR 50.7K

$3,224 MUR 151.3K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$783 MUR 36.8K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

6.32

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: August 29, 2026

Cost Breakdown

Average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in the city center: $561 in Mauritius. For reference, capital rent is $489 in Port Louis, and $268 in Vacoas.

National average salary: $820. With average costs at $1,016, the gap is significant. Expats and remote workers with foreign income benefit most.

Expect to spend about $209 monthly on groceries. Dining out at a mid-range restaurant averages $37.00 for two.

In Port Louis (capital), expect about $946 per month, while Vacoas offers the lowest costs at $762 – which city you pick has a tangible effect on the budget.

Cost Highlights

Overall living costs ($1,016) is 26% below the global median of $1,374.

Average rent ($561) is 15% below the global median of $661.

Dining out ($37.00) is 24% below the global median of $49.00.

Public transport ($8.00) is 76% below the global median of $34.00.

By City in Mauritius

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	Albion	2000	46	$605	$996	$1,476	$2,224	26.96	72.56
2	Baie du Tombeau	12011	50	$679	$1,062	$1,573	$2,410	240.73	83.25
3	Bambous	15300	45	$556	$968	$1,115	$2,232	17.61	77.33
4	Beau Bassin-Rose Hill	96000	44	$460	$955	$1,390	$1,917	113.52	75.07
5	Beau Vallon	2000	48	$665	$1,059	$1,601	$2,350	105.84	68.33
6	Bel Air	17600	48	$500	$1,017	$1,460	$2,315	419.91	63.73
7	Bel Ombre	-	49	$546	$1,049	$1,363	$2,363	132.26	46.65
8	Belle Rose	-	48	$512	$1,042	$1,643	$2,389	70.17	78.54
9	Benares	-	48	$554	$1,037	$1,294	$2,383	23.17	59.83
10	Brisee Verdiere	-	49	$615	$1,043	$1,290	$2,365	191.02	63.61
11	Curepipe	81600	46	$569	$1,005	$1,353	$2,147	40.38	77
12	Ebene	-	44	$505	$958	$1,295	$2,122	77.22	74.54
13	Flacq	16000	50	$562	$1,060	$1,425	$2,365	268.22	64.72
14	Flic en Flac	-	54	$602	$1,158	$1,715	$2,627	324.15	76.97
15	Fond du Sac	2000	48	$594	$1,024	$1,426	$2,307	58.97	95.15
16	Grand Bay	11900	55	$620	$1,174	$1,619	$3,291	39.28	82.53
17	Grand Bois	-	49	$598	$1,053	$1,686	$2,358	302.2	57.15
18	Grand-Gaube	-	49	$622	$1,078	$1,349	$2,370	169.44	77.15
19	Lalmatie	-	45	$580	$977	$1,491	$2,206	31.4	68.77
20	Long Mountain	-	42	$461	$918	$1,262	$2,069	48.18	67.07
21	Mahebourg	15500	48	$657	$1,054	$1,573	$2,406	160.2	54.79
22	Midlands	-	49	$565	$1,055	$1,699	$2,344	304.51	67.17
23	Moka	-	43	$496	$933	$1,263	$2,107	293.28	90.03
24	Petite Riviere	2500	49	$626	$1,069	$1,334	$2,431	255.86	69.72
25	Phoenix	-	49	$622	$1,046	$1,538	$2,348	572.03	74.02
26	Port Louis	147688	45	$632	$946	$1,544	$2,174	166.81	75.26
27	Port Mathurin	2000	48	$557	$1,022	$1,433	$2,359	55.82	50.48
28	Poudre D'or	-	49	$559	$1,038	$1,506	$2,438	241.43	92.27
29	Quatre Bornes	81773	37	$493	$793	$1,260	$1,731	45.92	78.54
30	Riviere Du Rempart	10800	44	$508	$927	$1,184	$2,046	271.01	55.29
31	Roche Terre	-	49	$542	$1,078	$1,438	$2,435	25.46	77.26
32	Rose Belle	12000	49	$620	$1,055	$1,284	$2,301	156.69	63.42
33	Saint Pierre	16000	49	$607	$1,076	$1,484	$2,345	69.12	72.22
34	Surinam	10500	49	$654	$1,067	$1,547	$2,386	152.33	57.28
35	Tamarin	-	45	$595	$987	$1,442	$2,282	9.83	98.22
36	Terre Rouge	-	48	$609	$1,059	$1,392	$2,319	183.35	72.59
37	Trou aux Biches	-	48	$602	$1,022	$1,277	$2,351	320.64	82.01
38	Vacoas	-	35	$457	$762	$1,290	$1,494	132.01	74.02

Mauritius Median Internet Speeds (Updated April 2026)

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Fixed Broadband

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The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

Digital Nomad Cost of Living Index

Cost of Living in Mauritius - Frequently Asked Questions

Compared with major Western cities, Mauritius tends to feel reasonably approachable for a short stay or a longer move, depending on your choices. For many travelers, expats, and digital nomads, Cost of Living in Mauritius can be manageable with smart planning – local markets for produce, mid-range housing, and off-peak travel. You'll often find value in smaller towns, casual cafes, and accommodations outside peak tourist months. The island rewards longer stays and self-catering. Tip: identify one or two neighborhoods that balance access to amenities with price, then test the area for a week before committing.

Daily life hinges on where you live and how you move. In coastal areas, rents and dining can be noticeable, while inland options often feel more affordable. Housing search benefits from starting with trusted listings and visiting neighborhoods in person to judge noise, access to transport, and daylight. For daily errands and meals, you'll find a mix of street foods, markets, and supermarkets; frequent co-working spaces and short commutes make remote work practical. Public buses cover many routes, ride-hailing is common, and cycling is feasible in flatter towns. Mauritius living cost varies with location. Tip: set a weekly budget and review it after a month.

Quality of life in Mauritius blends tropical vibe with practical daily routines. A simple budgeting framework helps: create categories for housing, groceries, transport, and leisure, then adjust as you sample a month of life. Save by cooking at home, choosing local markets, and using shared workspaces instead of always dining out. Seasonality affects crowds and pricing – off-peak months offer calmer streets and calmer rents in some neighborhoods. For neighborhood fit, balance coastal access with quiet inland pockets, and test access to desired amenities, schools if relevant, and nightlife if that matters. Tip: track your spending for three weeks before renewing a lease.

As of 2026, living expenses in Mauritius span $762 to $1,174 monthly. Capitals and tourist hotspots sit at the top end; provincial towns offer substantially cheaper living.

Mauritius covers a wide cost spectrum. As of 2026, monthly expenses run from about $762 in budget-friendly smaller cities to $1,174 in the priciest areas. The gap is big enough to meaningfully affect lifestyle for anyone on a fixed income.

Outside the capital and tourist areas, costs in Mauritius drop fast. Vacoas is one of the best budget options – lower costs without giving up access to essential services and everyday amenities.

$1,500 supports a modest but comfortable life in the smaller cities of Mauritius, but feels tight in Port Louis. Rent is the deciding factor – keep housing costs low and the rest of the budget opens up.

Living costs in Mauritius are average by world standards. Regional cities offer better value than Port Louis, and most residents with steady jobs or remote income find things manageable.