Moving from Augusta to Mauritius (2026)

Mauritius has a COL index of 52 vs 85 for Augusta (100 = US average). You'd pay about 39% less for the same lifestyle.

Save ~$6/mo
on rent + taxes ยท $75K salary baseline

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Key differences

COL index
85 โ†’ 52
100 = US avg
1BR rent
$1,200 โ†’ $600
per month
State tax
5.5% โ†’ 15%
income tax
COL difference
85 โ†’ 52
39% cheaper

Salary needed in Mauritius to match your Augusta lifestyle

Based on the 39% cost of living decrease between the two cities.

Your salary in AugustaEquivalent in Mauritius
$40K$24,471
$50K$30,588
$60K$36,706
$75K$45,882
$80K$48,941
$100K$61,176
$120K$73,412
$150K$91,765

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Save ~$545/moon core expenses at $75K

Monthly budget at $75K โ€” Augusta vs Mauritius

ExpenseAugustaMauritius
Monthly take-home$4,397$3,803
1BR rent$1,200$600
Groceries$353$380
Transport$42$150
Utilities$162$80
Internet$58$60
Left after essentials$2,582$2,533

30-Year Wealth Builder

If you invest your monthly savings of $545 in a low-cost index fund (7% avg return), you'd accumulate an extra:

$664,884

over 30 years compared to staying in Augusta โ€” that's the real price of a city.

$545/mo invested

Frequently asked questions

Is Mauritius cheaper than Augusta?

Yes. Mauritius has a cost of living index of 52 vs 85 for Augusta (100 = US average). That's about 39% cheaper.

How much will I save moving from Augusta to Mauritius?

On a $75K salary, moving from Augusta to Mauritius saves roughly $6/month on core expenses. That's ~$72/year.

What salary do I need in Mauritius to match my Augusta lifestyle?

To maintain the same purchasing power as $75,000 in Augusta, you'd need roughly $45,882/year in Mauritius. This is based on the overall COL index difference.

Estimates based on Q1 2026 COL index and market data. Budget uses simplified federal/state tax rates. Zillow ยท BLS ยท Numbeo ยท For general guidance only