Mauritius
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Port Louis
1,243,741
2,040 km²
Mauritian rupee
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Mauritius is located in Eastern Africa. Its capital is Port Louis, and it has a population of 1,243,741 people (reference year: 2025). The country covers an area of 2,040 square kilometers (approximately 788 square miles). Its currency is Mauritian rupee. The population density is approximately 610 people per square kilometer.
About Mauritius
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Mauritius at a glance
Africa
610 / km²
2,040 km²
Approximately 788 mi² (square miles)
Port Louis
Economy of Mauritius
Latest available economic indicators from the World Bank.
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Source: World Bank Open Data
Demographic indicators
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Source: World Bank Open Data
How this country has changed over time
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Source: World Bank Open Data
Population and society indicators
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Source: World Bank Open Data
Health and education indicators
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per 1,000 live births
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of GDP
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of GDP
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Source: World Bank Open Data
Environment and energy indicators
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tonnes CO₂ per person
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of land area
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of total final energy consumption
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of population
Source: World Bank Open Data
Consumer goods and services price level
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This index supports comparisons between countries. It is not a monthly cost in euros or dollars and does not provide individual rent or product prices.
Source: World Bank Open Data
Price levels by category
Comparison with the EU-27 average (EU = 100).
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A value of 120 means prices are 20% above the EU average. These are comparative indices, not amounts in euros.
Source: Eurostat
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Frequently asked questions about Mauritius
What is the capital of Mauritius?
The capital of Mauritius is Port Louis.
What is the population of Mauritius?
Mauritius has 1,243,741 inhabitants (reference year: 2025).
What is the area of Mauritius in square kilometers and square miles?
Mauritius has a total area of 2,040 square kilometers (km²), equivalent to approximately 788 square miles (sq mi).
What currency is used in Mauritius?
The currency of Mauritius is Mauritian rupee.