{"id":230,"date":"2026-01-26T15:15:28","date_gmt":"2026-01-26T15:15:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/expat-mauritius.com\/cout-vie-lile-maurice-2026-budget-mensuel-loyers-depenses\/"},"modified":"2026-01-26T15:15:28","modified_gmt":"2026-01-26T15:15:28","slug":"cost-of-living-in-mauritius-2026-monthly-budget-rent-expenses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/expat-mauritius.com\/en\/blog\/cout-vie-lile-maurice-2026-budget-mensuel-loyers-depenses\/","title":{"rendered":"Cost of living in Mauritius in 2026: monthly budget, rent and expenses"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Everything hinges on your accommodation.<\/p>\n<p>In 2026, estimate the <strong>cost of living in Mauritius<\/strong> It essentially boils down to answering three questions: <em>where you live<\/em> (North\/West vs center), <em>what type of accommodation<\/em> (simple apartment or villa), and <em>if you pay for private\/international tuition<\/em>. In this guide, you will find <strong>orders of magnitude in figures<\/strong> (rent, groceries, transport, water\/electricity, internet) and <strong>indicative monthly budgets<\/strong> to build your expatriation plan.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong>Key points to remember:<\/strong> In Mauritius, the budget can vary from one to three times the cost depending on the area (Port-Louis vs seaside areas) and depending on the type of schooling (public\/private\/international).<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2>What affects the cost of living in Mauritius (the 6 key factors)<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The accommodation<\/strong> (rent, standard, proximity to the sea, residence with caretaker\/swimming pool).<\/li>\n<li><strong>The area<\/strong> : Port-Louis\/centre of the plateau (often more \u201cpractical\u201d) vs North &amp; West (often more \u201cbeach-oriented\u201d).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Your \u201clocal vs imported\u201d mix\u201d<\/strong> (food products, wines, cheeses, brands).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mobility<\/strong> : without a car (bus\/metro\/taxis) or with a car (fuel + maintenance + insurance).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Schooling<\/strong> : nursery\/private\/international school = major position.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Your lifestyle<\/strong> : restaurants, sports, outings, travel in the region.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Key figures for 2026: currency, inflation and exchange rates (to convert your budget)<\/h2>\n<h3>Mauritian Rupee (MUR) and Exchange Rate<\/h3>\n<p>The local currency is the <strong>Mauritian rupee (MUR)<\/strong>. To convert your reference values into euros\/dollars, the most reliable method is to follow the indicative exchange rates of the <strong>Bank of Mauritius<\/strong>. At <strong>January 26, 2026<\/strong>, Bank of Mauritius displays, in particular:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>USD<\/strong> : sale around <strong>45.98 MUR<\/strong> for 1 USD<\/li>\n<li><strong>EUR<\/strong> : sale around <strong>54.79 MUR<\/strong> for 1 EUR<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Source : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bom.mu\/markets\/foreign-exchange\/consolidated-indicative-exchange-rates\/rss\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Bank of Mauritius \u2013 Consolidated Indicative Exchange Rates<\/a>. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bom.mu\/markets\/foreign-exchange\/consolidated-indicative-exchange-rates\/rss\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">bom.mu<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h3>Inflation: Why your expenses change from year to year<\/h3>\n<p>Prices don&#039;t move randomly: inflation gives an idea of the general trend. Statistics Mauritius indicates a &quot;headline&quot; inflation rate of <strong>3,4%<\/strong> over the 12 months ending in <strong>September 2025<\/strong>, and a <strong>forecast around 3.8% for the year 2025<\/strong>. (<a href=\"https:\/\/statsmauritius.govmu.org\/Pages\/Statistics\/ESI\/CPI\/CPI_3Qtr25.aspx\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">statsmauritius.govmu.org<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p>At a macro level, the IMF projects average inflation of approximately <strong>3.6% in 2025\u20132026<\/strong> (projections). (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.imf.org\/en\/news\/articles\/2025\/06\/18\/pr-25204-mauritius-imf-concludes-2025-article-iv-consultation\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">imf.org<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h2>Housing: the number one expense in the cost of living in Mauritius<\/h2>\n<p>On the island, housing is the primary factor in optimizing your monthly budget. Price variations are explained by: proximity to the coast, level of services (secure residence, generator, swimming pool), furnishings, and rental pressure in certain areas.<\/p>\n<h3>Table: Monthly rents in Port Louis (2026 projections)<\/h3>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Accommodation type (Port Louis)<\/th>\n<th>Monthly rent (WALL)<\/th>\n<th>Observed range (WALL)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>1 bedroom apartment \u2013 city center<\/td>\n<td>22\u00a0633<\/td>\n<td>10,000 \u2013 29,600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>1-bedroom apartment \u2013 outside the city center<\/td>\n<td>12\u00a0500<\/td>\n<td>6,000 \u2013 22,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>3-bedroom apartment \u2013 city center<\/td>\n<td>35\u00a0950<\/td>\n<td>20,000 \u2013 55,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>3-bedroom apartment \u2013 outside the city center<\/td>\n<td>28\u00a0900<\/td>\n<td>15,000 \u2013 40,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Indicative data from contributions (update) <strong>January 6, 2026<\/strong>) : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Port-Louis\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Numbeo \u2013 Cost of Living in Port Louis<\/a>. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Port-Louis\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">numbeo.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h3>Long-term rental: to be expected in addition to the rent<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Charges<\/strong> (electricity, water, internet) depending on usage and area.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Equipment<\/strong> : air conditioners, household appliances, gas cylinders (if used), furniture if unfurnished.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Entrance fees<\/strong> : depending on the case, security deposit and\/or agency fees (variable).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Charges &amp; subscriptions (water, electricity, internet, mobile)<\/h2>\n<h3>Water: Domestic tariffs (CWA)<\/h3>\n<p>There <strong>Central Water Authority (CWA)<\/strong> publishes a domestic grid where water is <strong>free of charge for 0 to 6 m\u00b3<\/strong>, then billed in installments (and with a minimum charge on certain installments).<a href=\"https:\/\/cwa.govmu.org\/cwa\/%3Fpage_id%3D794\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">cwa.govmu.org<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p>Source : <a href=\"https:\/\/cwa.govmu.org\/cwa\/%3Fpage_id%3D794\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">CWA \u2013 Tariffs and Charges<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Electricity: average residential price (benchmark per kWh)<\/h3>\n<p>For a simple benchmark, data compiled from local sources indicates a residential price around <strong>6.140 MUR\/kWh<\/strong> (collection <strong>June 2025<\/strong>). (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.globalpetrolprices.com\/Mauritius\/electricity_prices\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">globalpetrolprices.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p>Source : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globalpetrolprices.com\/Mauritius\/electricity_prices\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">GlobalPetrolPrices \u2013 Mauritius electricity prices<\/a> (indicates CEB\/URA as sources).<a href=\"https:\/\/www.globalpetrolprices.com\/Mauritius\/electricity_prices\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">globalpetrolprices.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h3>Home internet: benchmarks 2026 (fiber)<\/h3>\n<p>For fixed internet, fiber optic offers provide a good point of comparison. For example, <strong>my.t<\/strong> displays \u201cFibre Internet Only\u201d packages starting from approximately <strong>1,100 MUR\/month<\/strong> (50 Mbps) and around <strong>1,700 MUR\/month<\/strong> (200 Mbps), depending on the options.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.myt.mu\/home\/internet-and-tv\/broadbandonly\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">myt.mu<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p>Source : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myt.mu\/home\/internet-and-tv\/broadbandonly\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">my.t \u2013 Broadband offers<\/a>. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.myt.mu\/home\/internet-and-tv\/broadbandonly\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">myt.mu<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h3>Mobile &amp; \u201cbasic\u201d charges: order of magnitude monthly<\/h3>\n<p>In Port Louis, published markers indicate:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>\u201cBasic\u201d charges\u201d<\/strong> (electricity\/water\/waste\u2026) for an apartment ~85 m\u00b2: <strong>2,300 MUR\/month<\/strong> (range 1,500\u20134,000)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mobile plan<\/strong> : <strong>480 MUR\/month<\/strong> (range 350\u20132000)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Source : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Port-Louis\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Numbeo \u2013 Port Louis (Utilities &amp; Mobile)<\/a>. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Port-Louis\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">numbeo.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h2>Food: markets, supermarkets and imported products<\/h2>\n<p>On the island, you can significantly adjust your grocery budget: <strong>markets + local products<\/strong> vs <strong>imported products<\/strong> (often more expensive). Here are some pointers in Port Louis (indicative prices):<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Milk (1 L): <strong>74.43 MUR<\/strong> (60\u2013105)<\/li>\n<li>White bread (500 g): <strong>35.75 WALL<\/strong> (10\u201360)<\/li>\n<li>Rice (1 kg): <strong>53.33 MUR<\/strong> (45\u201365)<\/li>\n<li>Chicken fillets (1 kg): <strong>265 WALL<\/strong> (95\u2013400)<\/li>\n<li>Tomatoes (1 kg): <strong>122 WALL<\/strong> (60\u2013200)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Source : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Port-Louis\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Numbeo \u2013 Port Louis (Markets)<\/a>. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Port-Louis\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">numbeo.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p>For a &quot;floor&quot; benchmark (calories \/ typical basket), Numbeo also publishes a <strong>minimum recommended<\/strong> approximately:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>~8,213 MUR\/month<\/strong> per person (scenario \u201cAsian food types\u201d)<\/li>\n<li><strong>~11,038 MUR\/month<\/strong> per person (scenario \u201cfood per person\u201d)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Source : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/food-prices\/country_result.jsp?country=Mauritius\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Numbeo \u2013 Food prices (Mauritius)<\/a>. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/food-prices\/country_result.jsp?country=Mauritius\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">numbeo.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h2>Transportation: buses, subways, taxis, and fuel<\/h2>\n<h3>Public transport: tickets and passes<\/h3>\n<p>In Port Louis, a one-way ticket is indicated around <strong>44 WALL<\/strong> (38\u201350) and a monthly subscription around <strong>1,000 WALLS<\/strong> (1,000\u20133,000), according to published data.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Port-Louis\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">numbeo.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h3>Metro Express: example of a published fare schedule<\/h3>\n<p>Metro Express provides a grid (document of <strong>June 2021<\/strong>) featuring Adult\/Single Use Ticket journeys ranging, for example, from <strong>11 WALL<\/strong> (short distances) to <strong>20 WALL<\/strong> (certain connections). This gives a <em>order of magnitude<\/em> Useful for budgeting, although prices may change.<a href=\"https:\/\/mauritiusmetroexpress.mu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Press-Communique-Fare-for-Phase-2A-launch.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">mauritiusmetroexpress.mu<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p>Source : <a href=\"https:\/\/mauritiusmetroexpress.mu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Press-Communique-Fare-for-Phase-2A-launch.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Metro Express \u2013 Fare (PDF)<\/a>. (<a href=\"https:\/\/mauritiusmetroexpress.mu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Press-Communique-Fare-for-Phase-2A-launch.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">mauritiusmetroexpress.mu<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h3>Car: fuel (official STC reference)<\/h3>\n<p>If you drive, fuel becomes a critical expense. <strong>State Trading Corporation (STC)<\/strong> publishes a pricing structure indicating in particular a <strong>pump price<\/strong> of :<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Petrol (Mogas): 58.45 MUR\/L<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Diesel (Gas Oil): 58.95 MUR\/L<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>(Structure \u201cwef 04 November 2025\u201d.) Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stcmu.com\/ppm\/price-structure\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">STC \u2013 Price Structure<\/a>. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stcmu.com\/ppm\/price-structure\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">stcmu.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h2>Health: public, private and insurance (how to budget without making mistakes)<\/h2>\n<p>Health costs are difficult to estimate in advance, as everything depends on your age, medical history, chosen insurance coverage, and whether you use private healthcare. To budget wisely:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Treat the\u2019<strong>health insurance<\/strong> as a separate position (and request quotes based on your profile).<\/li>\n<li>Keep a <strong>&quot;Medical contingencies&quot; allowance\u201c<\/strong> (consultations, examinations, pharmacy).<\/li>\n<li>If you are a foreign entrepreneur or employee, check the requirements related to your <strong>residence status\/permit<\/strong> and to your cover.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Education &amp; childcare: a job that changes everything<\/h2>\n<h3>Nursery \/ preschool (monthly reference point)<\/h3>\n<p>In Port Louis, a private, full-time nursery\/kindergarten is recommended around <strong>7,250 MUR\/month<\/strong> (5,000\u20139,000). (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Port-Louis\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">numbeo.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h3>International schools: annual benchmarks + real-world example (2025\/2026)<\/h3>\n<p>In Port Louis, Numbeo indicates an \u201cInternational Primary School\u201d around <strong>362,766.67 MUR\/year<\/strong> (fork <strong>180,000\u2013608,300 MUR\/year<\/strong>). (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Port-Louis\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">numbeo.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p>To illustrate with a school document (fees 2025\u20132026), Northfields publishes, for example, <strong>Year 2\u2013Year 4 (Expatriates)<\/strong> a \u201cYearly Fee per child\u201d of <strong>288 200 MUR<\/strong>, with additional costs (application, filing, resources\u2026). (<a href=\"https:\/\/northfields.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/16154715\/10.-Fees-2025-2026-Year-2-4-Expat.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">northfields.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p>Sources: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Port-Louis\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Numbeo \u2013 Childcare &amp; School<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Port-Louis\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">numbeo.com<\/a>) ; <a href=\"https:\/\/northfields.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/16154715\/10.-Fees-2025-2026-Year-2-4-Expat.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Northfields \u2013 Fees 2025\u20132026 (PDF)<\/a>. (<a href=\"https:\/\/northfields.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/16154715\/10.-Fees-2025-2026-Year-2-4-Expat.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">northfields.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h2>Monthly budget in Mauritius in 2026: 3 scenarios (with calculations)<\/h2>\n<p>The budgets below are <strong>estimates<\/strong> constructed from published ranges (mainly Port Louis) and serve as a basis for discussion. <strong>do not include<\/strong> : plane tickets, visas\/permits, car purchase, travel, and no \u201cluxury\u201d expenses.<\/p>\n<h3>Table: Indicative monthly budgets (MUR)<\/h3>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Profile<\/th>\n<th>Accommodation (rent)<\/th>\n<th>Essential budget (excluding school)<\/th>\n<th>With 1 child in an international school (if applicable)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Solo (without a car)<\/td>\n<td>1 ea. outside the center: 6,000\u201322,000 (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Port-Louis\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">numbeo.com<\/a>)<\/td>\n<td><strong>~18,163\u201343,738<\/strong> (rent + utilities + internet + mobile + basic food + transport)<a href=\"https:\/\/www.myt.mu\/home\/internet-and-tv\/broadbandonly\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">myt.mu<\/a>)<\/td>\n<td>\u2014<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Couple (without a car)<\/td>\n<td>1 ea. center: 10,000\u201329,600 (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Port-Louis\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">numbeo.com<\/a>)<\/td>\n<td><strong>~31,726\u201367,376<\/strong> (Hypothesis: 2 mobile lines + 2 transport passes)<a href=\"https:\/\/www.myt.mu\/home\/internet-and-tv\/broadbandonly\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">myt.mu<\/a>)<\/td>\n<td>\u2014<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Family (2 adults + 2 children)<\/td>\n<td>3 rooms. outside the center: 15,000\u201340,000 (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Port-Louis\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">numbeo.com<\/a>)<\/td>\n<td><strong>~53,152\u201399,852<\/strong> (Minimum food x4, transport x2 adults) (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.myt.mu\/home\/internet-and-tv\/broadbandonly\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">myt.mu<\/a>)<\/td>\n<td><strong>+15,000 to +50,692<\/strong>\/month (international school, annualized benchmark) (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Port-Louis\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">numbeo.com<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Taxes to be aware of (indirect impact on prices)<\/h2>\n<p>The VAT (VAT) in Mauritius is generally <strong>15%<\/strong> on taxable goods and services, with exceptions (zero-rated\/exempt).<a href=\"https:\/\/practiceguides.chambers.com\/practice-guides\/doing-business-in-2025\/mauritius\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">practiceguides.chambers.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p>Helpful tip: Some recent tax measures may affect everyday prices or services (e.g., adjustments to product lists). For up-to-date information, refer to official publications and analyses from reputable firms.<\/p>\n<h2>Practical tips to reduce your cost of living in Mauritius (without sacrificing your comfort)<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Choose the area according to your pace<\/strong> If you don&#039;t go out much, a lower rent can be worth more than a &quot;prestigious&quot; address.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negotiate over the long term<\/strong> : a longer lease or an advance payment can sometimes improve the conditions (depending on the landlord).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Optimize your shopping<\/strong> : markets + local products for everyday use, imported for \u201cpleasure\u201d (controlled budget).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Get ready for school<\/strong> : application for a place, additional fees, deposit, school transport.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Calculate the full \u201ccar cost\u201d<\/strong> (not just the essence) before making a decision.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Useful resources to prepare for your expatriation<\/h2>\n<p>To further develop your project, you can consult:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/expat-mauritius.com\/en\/\" rel=\"follow\" target=\"_self\">Living in Mauritius: turnkey expatriation and real estate (Expat Mauritius)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/expat-mauritius.com\/en\/guides\/\" rel=\"follow\" target=\"_self\">Expatriation guides \u2013 Expat Mauritius<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>FAQ \u2013 Cost of living in Mauritius (frequently asked questions)<\/h2>\n<h3>What monthly budget should I plan for to live in Mauritius in 2026 without having to deprive myself?<\/h3>\n<p>Without &quot;luxury,&quot; your budget depends mainly on the rent. In Port Louis, a 1-bedroom apartment outside the city center is listed between 6,000 and 22,000 MUR\/month.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Port-Louis\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">numbeo.com<\/a>Adding in essentials (utilities, internet, mobile, basic food, transport), a solo person typically spends between 18,000 and 44,000 MUR\/month (excluding going out and car expenses), depending on the assumptions.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.myt.mu\/home\/internet-and-tv\/broadbandonly\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">myt.mu<\/a>) For an accurate estimate, start with your target area and your shopping style (local\/imported).<\/p>\n<h3>Is the cost of living higher in the North and West (Grand Baie, Tamarin, Flic-en-Flac)?<\/h3>\n<p>Often, yes, especially for housing: sought-after seaside areas (close to the sea, serviced residences) can drive rents up. A good approach is to set a maximum housing budget, then weigh up the options: size vs. proximity to the beach vs. commute time. To make a more objective assessment, first compare 2-3 areas (North\/West\/Central) and create a comprehensive budget (rent + transport + entertainment + school). The final impact can far exceed the difference in rent.<\/p>\n<h3>How much do utilities (water, electricity, internet) cost in Mauritius?<\/h3>\n<p>In Port Louis, a benchmark for &quot;basic charges&quot; (electricity\/water\/waste\u2026) for an apartment of approximately 85 m\u00b2 is indicated at around 2,300 MUR\/month (1,500\u20134,000).<a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Port-Louis\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">numbeo.com<\/a>For internet, a fiber &quot;internet only&quot; offer can start at around 1,100 MUR\/month (depending on the speed).<a href=\"https:\/\/www.myt.mu\/home\/internet-and-tv\/broadbandonly\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">myt.mu<\/a>Water is billed in tiers, and the domestic tariff provides 0\u20136 m\u00b3 free of charge.<a href=\"https:\/\/cwa.govmu.org\/cwa\/%3Fpage_id%3D794\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">cwa.govmu.org<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h3>What is the price of petrol in Mauritius in 2026?<\/h3>\n<p>The price is published via the STC. A price structure (in effect since November 4, 2025) indicates a pump price of approximately 58.45 MUR\/L for gasoline (Mogas) and 58.95 MUR\/L for diesel (Gas Oil).<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stcmu.com\/ppm\/price-structure\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">stcmu.com<\/a>) To budget, multiply your monthly mileage by your consumption (L\/100 km) then by this price, without forgetting maintenance, insurance and unforeseen expenses (tires, battery, etc.).<\/p>\n<h3>What budget should be planned for an international school in Mauritius?<\/h3>\n<p>This is one of the most variable positions. In Port Louis, a benchmark \u201cInternational Primary School\u201d is estimated at around 180,000 to 608,300 MUR\/year (i.e., ~15,000 to ~50,692 MUR\/month when annualized).<a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Port-Louis\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">numbeo.com<\/a>In practice, add the ancillary costs: registration, deposit, resources, transport, activities. For example, a Northfields document (2025\u20132026) shows 288,200 MUR\/year for Year 2\u2013Year 4 (Expatriates), plus associated costs.<a href=\"https:\/\/northfields.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/16154715\/10.-Fees-2025-2026-Year-2-4-Expat.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">northfields.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h2>And now ?<\/h2>\n<p>If you want to create a realistic budget (housing, neighborhood, schools, administrative procedures, settling in) and avoid unpleasant surprises, Expat Mauritius can help you structure your expatriation project and your arrival on the island. Start by contacting us through our website. <a href=\"https:\/\/expat-mauritius.com\/en\/\" rel=\"follow\" target=\"_self\">Expat Mauritius<\/a>, or explore our <a href=\"https:\/\/expat-mauritius.com\/en\/guides\/\" rel=\"follow\" target=\"_self\">expatriation guides<\/a> to move forward step by step.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tout se joue sur votre logement. En 2026, estimer le co\u00fbt de la vie \u00e0 l\u2019\u00eele Maurice revient surtout \u00e0 r\u00e9pondre \u00e0 trois questions : o\u00f9 vous vivez (Nord\/Ouest vs centre), quel type de logement (appartement simple ou villa), et si vous payez une scolarit\u00e9 priv\u00e9e\/internationale. 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