Prices and Cost of Living in Mauritius

Food and beverage prices in Mauritius

Popular food products found on store shelves in Mauritius include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 49.02 MUR (1.08 USD) for a kilo of onions to 557 MUR (12.31 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 88.71 MUR (1.96 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 30.73 MUR (0.68 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 86.82 MUR (1.92 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 101 MUR (2.23 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 29.2 MUR (0.65 USD). Dairy prices in Mauritius, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 63.58 MUR (1.4 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 438 MUR (9.67 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 257 MUR (5.69 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 102 MUR (2.26 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 136 MUR (3.01 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Mauritius vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 112 MUR (2.48 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 46.94 MUR (1.04 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 300 MUR (6.63 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 2000 MUR (44.18 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 300 MUR (6.63 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Mauritius?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 44 MUR (0.97 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 1500 MUR (33.13 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 200 MUR (4.42 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 150 MUR (3.31 USD).

Fuel prices in Mauritius

Average fuel prices in Mauritius are 61.79 MUR (1.37 USD) per liter of gasoline and 59.48 MUR (1.31 USD) per liter of diesel.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mauritius?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Mauritius varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 13892 MUR (307 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 19664 MUR (434 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 137288 MUR (3033 USD) per square meter.