Moving to Mauritius from Oklahoma

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Oklahoma to Mauritius? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Oklahoma to Mauritius, you would find that Mauritius is 39.4% cheaper than Oklahoma. A $75,000 salary in Oklahoma would need to be roughly MUR2,373,845 in Mauritius to maintain the same lifestyle. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Port Louis averages 85°F vs 71°F in Oklahoma City, making it significantly warmer.

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How Far Will Your Money Go?

A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between Oklahoma and Mauritius.

What does your salary buy?

$75,000 MUR2,373,845

To maintain the same standard of living in Mauritius

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How key spending categories compare

Restaurants

pay 57.1% less

Groceries

pay 39.7% less

Transportation

pay 23.4% more

Housing

pay 63.4% less

Childcare

pay 85.2% less

Entertainment and Sports

pay 37.4% less

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Exchange rate: 1 USD = 47.42 MUR (July 2026)

Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

What the data shows about people moving from Oklahoma to Mauritius.

Living there in 2020
48 ↓ 2% vs 2015

people born in United States live in Mauritius · UN DESA

Who's moving to Mauritius?

Top countries of origin for Mauritius's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Mauritius compared to Oklahoma.

How's the healthcare?

Adult obesity rate Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (PLACES), 2022

share of adults with obesity

OK
40.3%
MU
10.8%

Mauritius performs significantly better than Oklahoma across all health & wellbeing metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Internet access US Census Bureau (American Community Survey), 2023

share of households with internet

OK
87.4%
MU
68.0%

Oklahoma performs better than Mauritius across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025

percentage of the labour force without work

OK
3.8%
MU
6.1%
GDP per capita Bureau of Economic Analysis, 2024

a broad measure of economic output per person

OK
$51,007
MU
$26,600

Oklahoma generally does better on employment & economy, though Mauritius leads in poverty rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy OECD Regional Demography, 2022

average years of life at birth

OK
74.1 yrs
MU
74.9 yrs

Mauritius performs significantly better than Oklahoma across all family life metrics.

Data: Bureau of Economic Analysis, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (PLACES), OECD Regional Demography, US Census Bureau (American Community Survey)

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Oklahoma City Rain: 32.4 in/yr (823 mm)
71° / 50°F

Avg. annual high / low

Port Louis Rain: 28.0 in/yr (711 mm)
85° / 71°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Oklahoma City Port Louis
Jan–Mar 55°/33°F (13°/0°C) 89°/75°F (31°/24°C)
Apr–Jun 80°/58°F (26°/14°C) 85°/71°F (29°/21°C)
Jul–Sep 90°/69°F (32°/20°C) 81°/67°F (27°/19°C)
Oct–Dec 60°/39°F (16°/4°C) 86°/71°F (30°/22°C)
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Month Oklahoma City Port Louis
Jan 49°/28°F (9.3°/-2.5°C) 89°/75°F (31.5°/24.1°C)
Feb 53°/31°F (11.9°/-0.6°C) 89°/75°F (31.4°/24.0°C)
Mar 62°/39°F (16.6°/4.0°C) 89°/75°F (31.5°/23.8°C)
Apr 71°/48°F (21.5°/9.1°C) 87°/73°F (30.7°/23.0°C)
May 80°/58°F (26.4°/14.7°C) 85°/71°F (29.3°/21.5°C)
Jun 88°/67°F (30.9°/19.4°C) 82°/68°F (27.6°/19.9°C)
Jul 93°/72°F (34.0°/22.2°C) 80°/67°F (26.7°/19.3°C)
Aug 92°/71°F (33.6°/21.5°C) 80°/66°F (26.8°/19.1°C)
Sep 84°/63°F (28.7°/17.1°C) 82°/67°F (27.7°/19.4°C)
Oct 72°/50°F (22.4°/10.1°C) 84°/69°F (28.8°/20.4°C)
Nov 60°/39°F (15.6°/3.9°C) 86°/71°F (30.2°/21.8°C)
Dec 49°/29°F (9.7°/-1.6°C) 88°/74°F (31.1°/23.2°C)

Data: National Weather Service National Weather Service, Mauritius Meteorological Services Mauritius Meteorological Services

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between United States and Mauritius. To live, work, or study long-term in Mauritius, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Mauritius's immigration authority.

United States passport

United States passport holder visiting Mauritius

Visa Free
United States passport holders can enter Mauritius without a visa.
Mauritius passport

Mauritius passport holder visiting United States

Visa Required
Mauritius passport holders need a visa to enter United States.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it cheaper to live in Mauritius than Oklahoma?

On average Mauritius is about 33% less expensive than Oklahoma, with major cities narrowing the gap.

How much money do I need to move to Mauritius?

Budget about MUR593,461 for 3 months in Mauritius (based on a $75,000 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, a rental deposit, and visa fees.

Can I work remotely from Mauritius?

From major Mauritius cities the network usually holds up. Visa rules, your employer's stance on overseas employees, and tax residency in Oklahoma and Mauritius are what actually decide it long-term.

How is healthcare in Mauritius compared to Oklahoma?

Mauritius performs significantly better than Oklahoma across all health & wellbeing metrics.

What's the weather like in Mauritius compared to Oklahoma?

The average high temperature in Port Louis is 85°F, compared to 71°F in Oklahoma City. Port Louis receives around 28.0 in of rainfall per year, while Oklahoma City gets 32.4 in.

What language do they speak in Mauritius?

The official languages in Mauritius are English, French and Mauritian Creole. In Oklahoma, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

MU
Population 3,751,351 1,308,222
Currency United States Dollar ($) Mauritian Rupee (MUR)
Languages English English, French, Mauritian Creole
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +1 +230
Time zones 11 1
Emergency number 911 112