18 cities covered · Currency: MUR (₨) · Capital: Port Louis
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | ₨232 ($5.09) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | ₨926 ($20.35) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | ₨69.45 ($1.53) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | ₨5,247 ($115) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | ₨849 ($18.66) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | ₨2,238 ($49.18) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | ₨648 ($14.25) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | ₨648 ($14.25) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | ₨170 ($3.73) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | ₨10,130 ($223) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | ₨7,047 ($155) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | ₨21,141 ($465) | per month |
Port Louis · pop. 300,000
Plaines Wilhems · pop. 81,773
Plaines Wilhems · pop. 79,718
Pamplemousses · pop. 23,386
Moka · pop. 22,745
Rivière du Rempart · pop. 20,712
Flacq · pop. 17,605
Flacq · pop. 15,791
Grand Port · pop. 15,753
Black River · pop. 15,345
Pamplemousses · pop. 15,034
Pamplemousses · pop. 14,687
Grand Port · pop. 12,799
Rivière du Rempart · pop. 11,910
Flacq · pop. 11,910
Savanne · pop. 10,507
Grand Port · pop. 10,443
Moka · pop. 8,845
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Mauritius
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Mauritius
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Mauritius
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Mauritius
Living costs in Mauritius vary significantly depending on city size. Large metropolitan areas with populations over one million typically see housing costs 15–30% above the national average, while smaller towns can be 10–20% below it. The national baseline of ₨22,481 ($494) per month represents a mid-sized city estimate.
Capital cities and major economic hubs command the highest rents and overall expenses. For budget-conscious residents, mid-sized cities offer a balance of amenities and affordability. Rural and small-town living remains the most economical option, though transport and service access may be limited.