Cost of Living in Mauritius - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Mauritius
Address: MU

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $605 (excluding rent), and $989 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,510 (excluding rent), and $2,173 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$6.42 MUR 297

$3.21 MUR 148

$12.17 MUR 562

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$44.63 MUR 2,062

$26.79 MUR 1,237

$89.3 MUR 4,124

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$6.74 MUR 311

$5.61 MUR 259

$7.86 MUR 363

Cappuccino

$2.49 MUR 115

$1.11 MUR 51.2

$5.54 MUR 256

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

$1.05 MUR 48.38

$0.78 MUR 36.17

$1.79 MUR 82.7

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.62 MUR 28.70

$0.42 MUR 19.43

$1.26 MUR 58.3

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$2.24 MUR 104

$1.35 MUR 62.2

$5.61 MUR 259

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.01 MUR 139

$1.97 MUR 91.1

$5.99 MUR 277

Milk (1 liter)

$1.44 MUR 66.5

$1.12 MUR 51.9

$2.02 MUR 93.4

White Bread (500g)

$0.67 MUR 30.83

$0.22 MUR 9.97

$1.30 MUR 59.8

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.01 MUR 92.7

$1.13 MUR 52.3

$3.40 MUR 157

Eggs

$2.20 MUR 102

$1.30 MUR 60.0

$2.73 MUR 126

Local Cheese (1kg)

$9.63 MUR 445

$3.86 MUR 178

$15.38 MUR 710

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.82 MUR 269

$2.15 MUR 99.1

$9.03 MUR 417

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$12.09 MUR 558

$5.42 MUR 250

$21.69 MUR 1,002

Apples (1kg)

$2.29 MUR 106

$1.25 MUR 57.5

$3.40 MUR 157

Banana (1kg)

$1.93 MUR 89.3

$1.11 MUR 51.4

$3.43 MUR 158

Oranges (1kg)

$2.12 MUR 98.0

$1.12 MUR 51.8

$4.49 MUR 207

Tomato (1kg)

$2.98 MUR 138

$1.09 MUR 50.4

$4.59 MUR 212

Potato (1kg)

$1.06 MUR 48.98

$0.65 MUR 29.93

$1.40 MUR 64.9

Onion (1kg)

$1.06 MUR 49.08

$0.76 MUR 34.99

$1.62 MUR 75.0

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.87 MUR 40.07

$0.52 MUR 24.22

$1.05 MUR 48.44

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.61 MUR 28.34

$0.38 MUR 17.71

$1.05 MUR 48.71

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$6.48 MUR 299

$5.40 MUR 249

$7.56 MUR 349

Wine (Bottle)

$10.87 MUR 502

$6.53 MUR 302

$15.23 MUR 703

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.63 MUR 75.4

$1.07 MUR 49.65

$2.15 MUR 99.3

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.02 MUR 93.2

$1.41 MUR 65.0

$3.11 MUR 144

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.98 MUR 45.32

$0.78 MUR 35.97

$1.12 MUR 51.9

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$32.74 MUR 1,512

$21.83 MUR 1,008

$56.9 MUR 2,630

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$4.36 MUR 202

$2.18 MUR 101

$6.55 MUR 302

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$3.18 MUR 147

$1.31 MUR 60.6

$4.23 MUR 195

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$11.14 MUR 515

$6.69 MUR 309

$22.28 MUR 1,029

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.53 MUR 70.7

$1.36 MUR 62.8

$1.66 MUR 76.7

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

$30.2K MUR 1.4M

$25.9K MUR 1.2M

$38.8K MUR 1.8M

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

$33.1K MUR 1.5M

$29.3K MUR 1.4M

$36.9K MUR 1.7M

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

$59.0 MUR 2,723

$32.51 MUR 1,502

$102 MUR 4,728

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

$15.85 MUR 732

$7.55 MUR 349

$21.58 MUR 997

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$32.65 MUR 1,508

$24.40 MUR 1,127

$44.34 MUR 2,048

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$34.08 MUR 1,574

$21.22 MUR 980

$55.3 MUR 2,552

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$7.38 MUR 341

$2.18 MUR 101

$10.90 MUR 504

Cinema Ticket

$6.58 MUR 304

$5.48 MUR 253

$8.77 MUR 405

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

$150 MUR 6,945

$86.9 MUR 4,014

$217 MUR 10.0K

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$3,806 MUR 175.8K

$2,691 MUR 124.3K

$6,728 MUR 310.8K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$46.19 MUR 2,133

$22.04 MUR 1,018

$80.5 MUR 3,719

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$39.03 MUR 1,803

$22.15 MUR 1,023

$66.5 MUR 3,069

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$77.4 MUR 3,573

$48.01 MUR 2,218

$120 MUR 5,545

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$64.7 MUR 2,988

$32.84 MUR 1,517

$98.5 MUR 4,550

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$440 MUR 20.3K

$261 MUR 12.1K

$685 MUR 31.6K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$314 MUR 14.5K

$177 MUR 8,170

$553 MUR 25.5K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$789 MUR 36.4K

$540 MUR 25.0K

$1,405 MUR 64.9K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$619 MUR 28.6K

$331 MUR 15.3K

$1,104 MUR 51.0K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$3,872 MUR 178.8K

$1,458 MUR 67.3K

$5,440 MUR 251.3K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$2,157 MUR 99.6K

$1,087 MUR 50.2K

$3,244 MUR 149.8K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$740 MUR 34.2K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

6.03

4.5

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

Last update: January 11, 2026

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	52	$604	$1,033	$1,681	$2,720	36.36	57.54
2	Baie du Tombeau	12011	50	$656	$1,003	$1,363	$2,256	14.93	81.06
3	Bambous	15300	48	$530	$961	$1,325	$2,166	14.06	59.39
4	Beau Bassin-Rose Hill	96000	53	$574	$1,053	$1,512	$2,155	77.09	73.06
5	Beau Vallon	2000	48	$581	$967	$1,356	$2,167	124.84	73.83
6	Bel Air	17600	51	$673	$1,037	$1,476	$2,376	29.08	63.29
7	Bel Ombre	-	52	$645	$1,054	$1,778	$2,392	352.77	59.32
8	Belle Rose	-	48	$594	$965	$1,374	$2,167	99.99	74.28
9	Benares	-	49	$550	$970	$1,301	$2,190	20.16	69
10	Brisee Verdiere	-	52	$651	$1,059	$1,788	$2,416	99.51	67.85
11	Curepipe	81600	47	$474	$923	$1,231	$2,036	120.8	74.05
12	Ebene	-	37	$529	$751	$1,461	$1,795	86.32	71.76
13	Flacq	16000	50	$510	$988	$1,463	$2,228	268.03	67.63
14	Flic en Flac	-	59	$687	$1,174	$1,427	$2,387	81.58	75.68
15	Fond du Sac	2000	52	$714	$1,035	$1,378	$2,388	223.43	68.97
16	Grand Bay	11900	58	$797	$1,161	$1,615	$3,422	47.92	88.33
17	Grand Bois	-	52	$689	$1,031	$1,616	$2,326	149.6	59.35
18	Grand-Gaube	-	46	$569	$904	$1,225	$2,092	68.66	54.43
19	Lalmatie	-	49	$570	$973	$1,567	$2,192	103.33	51.46
20	Long Mountain	-	46	$453	$903	$1,230	$1,984	155.92	52.59
21	Mahebourg	15500	47	$507	$919	$1,392	$2,152	45.19	66.04
22	Midlands	-	52	$734	$1,051	$1,393	$2,388	111.66	52.14
23	Moka	-	47	$542	$936	$1,538	$2,180	141.23	82.75
24	Petite Riviere	2500	52	$675	$1,036	$1,589	$2,349	50.58	94.7
25	Phoenix	-	51	$508	$1,024	$1,312	$2,116	31.86	69.2
26	Port Louis	147688	54	$672	$1,067	$1,673	$2,330	245.62	69.35
27	Port Mathurin	2000	48	$578	$947	$1,592	$2,222	7.78	59.25
28	Poudre D'or	-	52	$664	$1,065	$1,811	$2,338	158.45	49.54
29	Quatre Bornes	81773	43	$593	$878	$1,203	$1,825	194.1	74.28
30	Riviere Du Rempart	10800	48	$633	$939	$1,180	$2,072	433.81	60.77
31	Roche Terre	-	52	$556	$1,060	$1,650	$2,346	323.25	74.26
32	Rose Belle	12000	52	$718	$1,032	$1,353	$2,192	40.17	74
33	Saint Pierre	16000	52	$573	$1,034	$1,601	$2,379	140.68	82.27
34	Surinam	10500	52	$649	$1,035	$1,547	$2,401	100.88	59.83
35	Tamarin	-	51	$623	$1,006	$1,228	$2,415	49.92	94.42
36	Terre Rouge	-	48	$596	$972	$1,584	$2,190	112.2	72.13
37	Trou aux Biches	-	51	$664	$1,023	$1,748	$2,303	19.08	69.23
38	Vacoas	-	37	$421	$738	$1,233	$1,472	153.08	69.2

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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.