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 53.7 MUR (1.16 USD) for a kilo of onions to 489 MUR (10.56 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 95.87 MUR (2.07 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 28.64 MUR (0.62 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 74.34 MUR (1.6 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 96 MUR (2.07 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 25.6 MUR (0.55 USD). Dairy prices in Mauritius, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 51.03 MUR (1.1 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 477 MUR (10.29 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 233 MUR (5.02 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 88.56 MUR (1.91 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 136 MUR (2.94 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 98.45 MUR (2.13 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 45.39 MUR (0.98 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 240 MUR (5.18 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 1500 MUR (32.38 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 300 MUR (6.48 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Mauritius?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 38 MUR (0.82 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 1000 MUR (21.59 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 150 MUR (3.24 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 100 MUR (2.16 USD).

Fuel prices in Mauritius

Average fuel prices in Mauritius are 66.34 MUR (1.43 USD) per liter of gasoline and 64.07 MUR (1.38 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 12050 MUR (260 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 16929 MUR (365 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 47488 MUR (1025 USD) per square meter.