Is Mauritius Expensive? An Honest Cost of Living Guide
Mauritius feels affordable if you live locally and very expensive if you replicate a European lifestyle. Here is an honest breakdown of what things actually cost.
Is Mauritius expensive?
The honest answer: it depends entirely on how you choose to live.
Housing (monthly rent)
| Property | MUR | USD |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bed furnished, Quatre Bornes | 20,000-30,000 | 440-670 |
| 2-bed furnished, Flic en Flac | 32,000-45,000 | 710-1,000 |
| 2-bed furnished, Grand Baie | 40,000-55,000 | 890-1,220 |
| 3-bed villa with pool, Tamarin | 65,000-110,000 | 1,445-2,445 |
Groceries
- Local market shopping: MUR 8,000-12,000/week (family of four)
- Supermarket-heavy (imported goods, wine, cheese): MUR 15,000-25,000/week
Imported products are 30-80% more expensive than in Europe.
Dining out
- Local dholl puri / rice and curry: MUR 80-150/person
- Casual restaurant: MUR 400-700/person
- Mid-range: MUR 800-1,500/person
- Upscale: MUR 2,000-4,000+/person
Utilities
- Electricity: MUR 2,000-8,000/month (depends on AC use)
- Fibre internet: MUR 1,200-1,800/month
- Mobile: MUR 500-1,000/month
Sample monthly budgets
- Modest couple (local lifestyle): MUR 70,000-100,000 (~USD 1,550-2,220)
- Comfortable family: MUR 200,000-350,000 (~USD 4,445-7,780)
- Luxury lifestyle: MUR 400,000+ (~USD 8,900+)
Bottom line
Good value vs Western Europe for accommodation and local food. NOT cheap for imported goods, alcohol, new cars, and private school fees.
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