Mauritius
Island of Sugar and Sega
Overview
An Indian Ocean island nation famous for its multicultural harmony, luxury resorts, extinct dodo bird legacy, and emergence as an African financial center.
Geographic Context
Region
Africa
Subregion
Eastern Africa
Land Area
2,040 km²
Capital
Port Louis
Languages
English, French, Mauritian Creole
Currencies
Mauritian rupee (₨)
At a Glance
65
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
35
Freedom
79
Security
81
Life Expectancy
73.4 yrs
Median Age
36.9 yrs
Urbanization
41%
Cost Index
38
Housing Index
30
Healthcare Access
39/100
Climate
Average Temperature
25.0°C
Average AQI
15
Most Temperate Cities
1 Vingt Cinq 26.8°C
2 Nouvelle Découverte 25.2°C
3 Quartier Militaire 25.2°C
4 Ripailles 25.2°C
5 Saint Julien D'Hotman 25.2°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Vingt Cinq 10 AQI
2 Hermitage 15 AQI
3 Highlands 15 AQI
4 Henrietta 15 AQI
5 Nouvelle Découverte 15 AQI
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 38
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 30
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 15.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 96/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 23/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 125 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 10
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 0.15% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 129 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Alternatives
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Tips & Cultural Insights
Frequently Asked Questions
Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025