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 $1,019 including rent across Mauritius.

Estimated average monthly cost for a couple: $1,661 including rent across Mauritius.

Average monthly costs for a family of three come to about $2,302 including rent across Mauritius.

Living costs in Mauritius vary widely – from $756 in more affordable cities to $1,188 in major hubs, spanning a $432 range across 38 cities.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$6.47 MUR 303

$3.23 MUR 151

$12.94 MUR 605

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$42.29 MUR 1,979

$25.38 MUR 1,188

$84.6 MUR 3,959

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$6.86 MUR 321

$5.80 MUR 272

$7.53 MUR 353

Cappuccino

$2.54 MUR 119

$1.05 MUR 49.11

$5.23 MUR 245

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

$1.09 MUR 51.1

$0.73 MUR 34.23

$2.08 MUR 97.2

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.70 MUR 32.90

$0.54 MUR 25.27

$1.38 MUR 64.4

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$2.19 MUR 103

$1.43 MUR 67.0

$6.59 MUR 308

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.14 MUR 147

$1.89 MUR 88.3

$6.29 MUR 294

Milk (1 liter)

$1.49 MUR 69.9

$1.18 MUR 55.2

$2.15 MUR 101

White Bread (500g)

$0.70 MUR 32.57

$0.21 MUR 10.06

$1.31 MUR 61.3

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.72 MUR 80.6

$1.06 MUR 49.57

$2.64 MUR 124

Eggs

$2.41 MUR 113

$1.25 MUR 58.6

$3.01 MUR 141

Local Cheese (1kg)

$8.83 MUR 413

$2.90 MUR 136

$31.05 MUR 1,453

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.77 MUR 270

$2.11 MUR 98.6

$9.49 MUR 444

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$12.82 MUR 600

$6.50 MUR 304

$21.66 MUR 1,014

Apples (1kg)

$2.31 MUR 108

$1.20 MUR 56.1

$4.37 MUR 205

Banana (1kg)

$2.01 MUR 94.2

$1.06 MUR 49.65

$3.81 MUR 178

Oranges (1kg)

$2.14 MUR 100

$1.04 MUR 48.76

$4.57 MUR 214

Tomato (1kg)

$2.71 MUR 127

$1.09 MUR 51.0

$4.56 MUR 213

Potato (1kg)

$1.08 MUR 50.6

$0.87 MUR 40.60

$1.31 MUR 61.1

Onion (1kg)

$1.03 MUR 48.32

$0.73 MUR 34.19

$1.45 MUR 67.9

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.83 MUR 38.86

$0.51 MUR 23.95

$1.03 MUR 48.35

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.71 MUR 33.32

$0.44 MUR 20.47

$1.09 MUR 50.9

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$6.52 MUR 305

$5.97 MUR 279

$8.15 MUR 381

Wine (Bottle)

$10.62 MUR 497

$5.31 MUR 248

$14.87 MUR 696

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.78 MUR 83.3

$1.30 MUR 61.0

$2.17 MUR 101

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.37 MUR 111

$1.63 MUR 76.1

$3.25 MUR 152

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.90 MUR 42.17

$0.78 MUR 36.33

$1.05 MUR 49.34

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$42.30 MUR 1,980

$21.16 MUR 990

$53.7 MUR 2,513

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$4.18 MUR 195

$2.08 MUR 97.5

$6.26 MUR 293

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$3.23 MUR 151

$1.51 MUR 70.5

$4.31 MUR 202

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$10.63 MUR 498

$5.32 MUR 249

$21.28 MUR 996

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.46 MUR 68.1

$1.33 MUR 62.4

$1.61 MUR 75.3

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

$30.3K MUR 1.4M

$27.2K MUR 1.3M

$34.5K MUR 1.6M

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

$34.1K MUR 1.6M

$31.6K MUR 1.5M

$36.9K MUR 1.7M

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

$60.4 MUR 2,828

$32.61 MUR 1,526

$107 MUR 4,991

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

$13.60 MUR 636

$6.91 MUR 323

$20.94 MUR 980

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$30.83 MUR 1,443

$23.75 MUR 1,111

$43.17 MUR 2,021

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$33.72 MUR 1,578

$17.07 MUR 799

$55.5 MUR 2,596

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$7.30 MUR 342

$5.22 MUR 244

$8.35 MUR 391

Cinema Ticket

$6.57 MUR 307

$5.47 MUR 256

$7.65 MUR 358

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

$161 MUR 7,516

$101 MUR 4,720

$432 MUR 20.2K

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$5,288 MUR 247.5K

$2,557 MUR 119.6K

$8,948 MUR 418.8K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$49.46 MUR 2,315

$21.20 MUR 992

$77.5 MUR 3,625

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$41.65 MUR 1,949

$21.16 MUR 990

$63.5 MUR 2,970

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$76.4 MUR 3,573

$49.27 MUR 2,306

$116 MUR 5,431

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$64.6 MUR 3,024

$38.01 MUR 1,779

$95.0 MUR 4,447

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$469 MUR 22.0K

$256 MUR 12.0K

$697 MUR 32.6K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$321 MUR 15.0K

$150 MUR 7,029

$536 MUR 25.1K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$860 MUR 40.3K

$431 MUR 20.2K

$1,508 MUR 70.6K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$687 MUR 32.2K

$324 MUR 15.2K

$1,189 MUR 55.6K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$4,333 MUR 202.8K

$3,695 MUR 172.9K

$5,278 MUR 247.0K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$2,101 MUR 98.3K

$1,055 MUR 49.4K

$3,147 MUR 147.3K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$788 MUR 36.9K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

6.32

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

Last update: September 5, 2026

Cost Breakdown

Average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in the city center: $560 in Mauritius. For reference, capital rent is $488 in Port Louis, and $266 in Vacoas.

National average salary: $819. With average costs at $1,019, the gap is significant. Expats and remote workers with foreign income benefit most.

Expect to spend about $211 monthly on groceries. Dining out at a mid-range restaurant averages $37.00 for two.

In Port Louis (capital), expect about $949 per month, while Vacoas offers the lowest costs at $756 – which city you pick has a tangible effect on the budget.

Cost Highlights

Overall living costs ($1,019) is 26% below the global median of $1,379.

Average rent ($560) is 16% below the global median of $664.

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	45	$539	$986	$1,344	$2,257	26.96	72.56
2	Baie du Tombeau	12011	49	$638	$1,077	$1,520	$2,411	240.73	83.25
3	Bambous	15300	45	$528	$983	$1,291	$2,243	17.61	77.33
4	Beau Bassin-Rose Hill	96000	44	$506	$945	$1,264	$1,926	113.52	75.07
5	Beau Vallon	2000	48	$601	$1,032	$1,471	$2,318	105.84	68.33
6	Bel Air	17600	47	$581	$1,013	$1,438	$2,332	419.91	63.73
7	Bel Ombre	-	49	$604	$1,061	$1,510	$2,407	132.26	46.65
8	Belle Rose	-	48	$608	$1,054	$1,423	$2,359	70.17	78.54
9	Benares	-	48	$589	$1,027	$1,477	$2,305	23.17	59.83
10	Brisee Verdiere	-	49	$607	$1,059	$1,504	$2,429	191.02	63.61
11	Curepipe	81600	46	$465	$995	$1,420	$2,134	40.38	77
12	Ebene	-	44	$516	$963	$1,233	$2,113	77.22	74.54
13	Flacq	16000	49	$634	$1,086	$1,535	$2,389	268.22	64.72
14	Flic en Flac	-	54	$622	$1,173	$1,603	$2,566	324.15	76.97
15	Fond du Sac	2000	48	$596	$1,051	$1,432	$2,342	58.97	95.15
16	Grand Bay	11900	55	$746	$1,188	$1,590	$3,305	39.28	82.53
17	Grand Bois	-	49	$610	$1,074	$1,516	$2,385	302.2	57.15
18	Grand-Gaube	-	49	$606	$1,050	$1,488	$2,418	169.44	77.15
19	Lalmatie	-	45	$538	$997	$1,299	$2,176	31.4	68.77
20	Long Mountain	-	42	$478	$915	$1,175	$2,074	48.18	67.07
21	Mahebourg	15500	48	$610	$1,025	$1,449	$2,406	160.2	54.79
22	Midlands	-	49	$619	$1,048	$1,509	$2,413	304.51	67.17
23	Moka	-	43	$621	$922	$1,566	$2,137	293.28	90.03
24	Petite Riviere	2500	49	$609	$1,062	$1,511	$2,388	255.86	69.72
25	Phoenix	-	49	$607	$1,067	$1,467	$2,415	572.03	74.02
26	Port Louis	147688	45	$634	$949	$1,593	$2,217	166.81	75.26
27	Port Mathurin	2000	48	$605	$1,037	$1,476	$2,391	55.82	50.48
28	Poudre D'or	-	49	$612	$1,072	$1,468	$2,417	241.43	92.27
29	Quatre Bornes	81773	37	$524	$805	$1,251	$1,757	45.92	78.54
30	Riviere Du Rempart	10800	43	$503	$956	$1,144	$2,040	271.01	55.29
31	Roche Terre	-	49	$616	$1,074	$1,478	$2,424	25.46	77.26
32	Rose Belle	12000	48	$617	$1,068	$1,388	$2,307	156.69	63.42
33	Saint Pierre	16000	49	$616	$1,052	$1,502	$2,389	69.12	72.22
34	Surinam	10500	49	$619	$1,073	$1,500	$2,396	152.33	57.28
35	Tamarin	-	45	$538	$975	$1,446	$2,299	9.83	98.22
36	Terre Rouge	-	48	$596	$1,041	$1,463	$2,386	183.35	72.59
37	Trou aux Biches	-	48	$587	$1,012	$1,446	$2,368	320.64	82.01
38	Vacoas	-	35	$481	$756	$1,185	$1,450	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 $756 to $1,188 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 $756 in budget-friendly smaller cities to $1,188 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.