Curepipe, Mauritius, Mauritius — cost of living
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Curepipe, Mauritius

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Curepipe, Mauritius

About Curepipe, Mauritius

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$421
Family of 4 / mo
$1,080
Avg salary (after tax)
$707

Curepipe is a lovely town located in the center of Mauritius , an island nation in the Indian Ocean. Known for its cooler climate, Curepipe is a popular escape from the heat of the coastal areas. The town is famous for its beautiful gardens, especially the beautiful Trou aux Cerfs, a dormant volcanic crater that offers stunning views of the surroundings.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Curepipe· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $89.91
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $66.72
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $40.65
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $75.83

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.13
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $727.06

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.11
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $2.25
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $1.78
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.56
  • CappuccinoUSD $2.92

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $7.03
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $28.15
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $4.97

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $12.44
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $3.42
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.02
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.81
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $3.76
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.22
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.41
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $0.86
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.78
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $12.5
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $6.25
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $9.45
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $10.79
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.71
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.45
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $0.95
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.8

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $52.3
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $416.95
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $273.62
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $729.66
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $646.27
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $71.82

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $34.4
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $7.29
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $10.95
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $182.41
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $3,502

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $5.03
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $6.25
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $37,134
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $23.45
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $23.52
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $33,356
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $1.14

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $39.88
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $64.49

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