Cost of Living
Real monthly budgets — rent, groceries, schooling, healthcare and utilities — with a live calculator.
Mauritius offers a markedly lower cost of living than the UK, Western Europe or North America, while keeping the conveniences relocating families expect. Your actual budget depends heavily on where you live and how you live — imported Western brands and beachfront rentals cost far more than local equivalents.
A realistic monthly budget
The figures below are a mid-range estimate for a couple, in Mauritian rupees (MUR) and approximate GBP.
| Category | MUR / month | Approx. GBP |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (2-bed, good area) | 45,000 | £750 |
| Groceries | 20,000 | £330 |
| Utilities & internet | 6,000 | £100 |
| Transport (car + fuel) | 12,000 | £200 |
| Health insurance | 8,000 | £135 |
| Leisure & dining | 15,000 | £250 |
| Total | 106,000 | ~£1,765 |
What's cheaper — and what isn't
Cheaper than home: fresh produce, seafood, eating out, domestic help, property services, mobile data.
More expensive: imported cheese, wine and electronics; new cars (high duty); premium international-school fees.
Tip: shopping at local markets rather than Western supermarkets can cut a grocery bill by 30–40%.
Regional differences
The north (Grand Baie) and west (Tamarin, Black River) command the highest rents thanks to expat demand. The central plateau (Moka, Curepipe) and east are more affordable and cooler.
Use the live cost calculator to model your own household, then explore neighbourhoods and listings on our property partner.
Services, schools & daily life
Mauritius Life