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Cost of living in Quartier Militaire

Quartier Militaire, located in the heart of Mauritius, offers a unique blend of cultural richness and modern amenities. Understanding the cost of living in this area is crucial for both residents and potential newcomers.

This guide provides a detailed breakdown of essential expenses, including dining, groceries, transportation, housing, and utilities, to help you plan your budget effectively.

Cost of Living Summary

Dining and Restaurants
  • Inexpensive Restaurant MealA meal at a casual restaurant will typically cost $6.48 on average, with a range between $3.24 and $10.58.
  • Mid-Range Restaurant (Three-Course Meal for Two)For a more upscale dining experience, expect to pay around $37.8, with prices ranging from $28.08 to $54.
  • Fast Food (e.g., McDonald's)A McMeal or equivalent combo meal averages $5.4, with a range between $4.32 and $7.02.
  • Beverages (e.g., Domestic Beer, Imported Beer, Cappuccino, Coke/Pepsi)Domestic beer ranges from $1.62 to $6.48, imported beer $1.94 to $5.18, cappuccino $0.86 to $3.24, and Coke/Pepsi $0.71 to $1.21.
Grocery Prices
  • MilkMilk is priced between $1.3 and $2.16 per liter, averaging $1.62.
  • Bread (Loaf of Fresh White Bread)A loaf of fresh white bread costs between $0.54 and $1.3, with an average price of $0.86.
  • Eggs (Dozen)A dozen eggs range from $1.04 to $2.72, averaging $2.11.
  • Fruits (e.g., Apples, Oranges)Apples cost $1.08 to $2.59 per kg, while oranges range from $1.04 to $5.4 per kg.
  • Vegetables (e.g., Potatoes, Lettuce)Potatoes are priced between $0.43 and $1.62 per kg, and lettuce costs $0.54 to $1.08 per head.
Transportation
  • Fuel (Gasoline)Gasoline is priced between $1.43 and $1.62 per liter.
  • Taxi FaresTaxi fares start at $2.16, with a cost of $1.34 to $3.24 per km and $8.64 to $21.6 per hour of waiting.
Housing Costs
  • Buying Price per Square Meter (City Centre)The price per square meter to buy an apartment in the city centre is not specified in the data provided.
  • Buying Price per Square Meter (Outside Centre)The price per square meter to buy an apartment outside the city centre is not specified in the data provided.
Utilities
  • Basic Utilities (Electricity, Heating, Water, etc.)Basic utilities for an 85m2 apartment cost between $32.4 and $64.79, averaging $49.5.
  • InternetInternet services range from $25.92 to $38.66, with an average cost of $33.13.

Cost of Living Data

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Restaurants
Avg / Range
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
$6.48
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
$37.80
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
$5.40
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$2.38
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$3.21
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.90
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.53
Cappuccino (regular)
$2.18
Markets
Avg / Range
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
$1.62
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
$0.86
Eggs (regular) (12)
$2.11
Local Cheese (1kg)
$11.66
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$0.58
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
$9.72
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
$1.68
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$1.80
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
$6.53
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$6.53
Apples (1kg)
$2.19
Oranges (1kg)
$1.84
Potato (1kg)
$1.21
Lettuce (1 head)
$0.86
Rice (white), (1kg)
$2.07
Tomato (1kg)
$3.05
Banana (1kg)
$1.88
Onion (1kg)
$1.08
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
$12.96
Transportation
Avg / Range
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1.57
Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car)
$34,557.24
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$3.24
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
$2.16
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$14.04
Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car)
$28,087.88
Utilities (Monthly)
Avg / Range
Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 85m2 Apartment
$49.50
Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL)
$33.13
Mobile Phone Monthly Plan with Calls and 10GB+ Data
$20.25
Sports And Leisure
Avg / Range
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
$5.40
Clothing And Shoes
Avg / Range
1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$58.32
1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...)
$44.35
1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range)
$91.43
1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes
$75.59
Salaries And Financing
Avg / Range
Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate
6.17%
Childcare
Avg / Range
Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child
$221.02
International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child
$3,887.69
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