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Trou aux Biches, Mauritius

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$756
Retiree Score
61.0
Safety Index
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Healthcare
6 facilities

The beach may be stunning, but living in this small Mauritius town comes with tradeoffs. While Trou aux Biches boasts a 2 kilometer white sand beach awarded the World's Leading Beach Destination in 2011, the town has evolved from a sleepy fishing village into a hub for family tourism, complete with boutique shops and a supermarket catering to visitors. However, the area retains its village-like style and is less commercialized than nearby Grand Baie. Bureaucracy is a persistent headache, with the town connected to the airport by public bus rather than direct transportation.

Overall, Trou aux Biches is best suited for those seeking a laidback beach lifestyle, rather than fast-paced urban living.

Can I afford Trou aux Biches?

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Trou aux Biches

You could save

2,244/mo

Savings Rate75%

Monthly Costs

Rent $258
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$498

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
75/100
Retiree Score
(i)
61/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
58/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Mauritius Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
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Safety
6
Healthcare
100
Walkability
20
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $2
Bread (loaf) *$1
Eggs (12) $3
Rice (1kg) *$1
Chicken (1kg) *$3

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$6
Meal (Mid-range) $115
Cappuccino $1
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $46
Mobile Plan (mo) $10
Gym (mo) *$18
Cinema Ticket $6

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $258
1BR Outside (mo) *$126
3BR Center (mo) $387
3BR Outside (mo) *$258

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
high
Expat Community
medium
Top Neighborhoods
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🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
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Temperature
—
Annual Rainfall
1184 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
Jun, Jul, Aug

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Trou aux Biches has a population of approximately 3,100 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $1,611 per month in Trou aux Biches, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $644/month.

The nearest airport to Trou aux Biches is MRU, approximately 45km away.

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