Montagne Blanche, Mauritius

Mauritius

Montagne Blanche is a small city in Mauritius with a population of 9,440. Elevation: 955 ft (291 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

2.7 /5.0

C+ Fair

9,440 Population 1,698/sq mi density

955 ft Elevation 291 meters

74°F Avg Temperature 23°C

59.6 in Annual Rain

Indian / Mauritius Timezone

$11,270 Median Income

C+

Overall

2.7 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.7 / 5.0

$11,270 median income

C+

Affordability

2.7 / 5.0

$350/mo rent

C+

Education

2.8 / 5.0

22.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Median Income $11,270

85% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 22.0%

35% lower than US avg

Median Rent $350

70% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 19.2%

40% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.3%

17% lower than US avg

People

Population9,440

Median Age39.6 yrs

Density1,698/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

C+

Median Income$11,270

Per Capita$11,270

UnemploymentN/A

Poverty10.3%

Housing

C+

Home ValueN/A

Rent$350

Ownership87.0%

Health

Obesity19.2%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking16.0%

Depression9.6%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)

AQI87 (Moderate)

Rain59.6 in/yr

Sunny Days353/yr

Elevation955 ft (291 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.0%

High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband79.5%

Population	9,440
Population Density	1,698 / sq mi
Elevation	955 ft (291 m)
Coordinates	-20.2854°, 57.6587°
Timezone	Indian/Mauritius
Country	🇲🇺 Mauritius
Average Temperature	74°F (23°C)
January Average	77°F (25°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation	59.6 inches (1,513 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$11,270
Median Age	39.6 years

Is Montagne Blanche a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Montagne Blanche receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Montagne Blanche has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Montagne Blanche is $11,270, 85% below the national average of $75,149. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $350 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Montagne Blanche has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 353 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 87.

Montagne Blanche has a population of 9,440 with a density of 1,698 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 20.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 75.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

9,440

Total Population

1,698

People / sq mi

39.6yrs

Median Age

2% above US avg

5.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%

Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Montagne Blanche vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Montagne Blanche vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Montagne Blanche is $11,270, which is 85% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $11,270 (below the $39,052 national figure). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 37.7, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Montagne Blanche vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$11,270
	85% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$11,270

Employment & Poverty


Poverty Rate	10.3%
	17% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	37.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $350 (70% below the national average of $1,163). 87.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$350
	70% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	87.0%
Owner-Occupied	87.0%
Renter-Occupied	13.0%

Property Tax

In Montagne Blanche, 19.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 13.0% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). 33.1% have high blood pressure. 16.0% are current smokers. 7.7% report binge drinking. 82.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 9.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 10.5% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: Montagne Blanche vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	19.2%
	40% below US avg
Diabetes	13.0%
High Blood Pressure	33.1%
COPD	0.1%
Kidney Disease	0.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.0%
	14% above US avg
Binge Drinking	7.7%
Physical Inactivity	82.2%
Depression	9.6%
Mental Distress	10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	75.0%

Premature Death	217/100K

Food & Exercise

Montagne Blanche has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 59.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 87 / residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 59% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 955 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	74.0°F
	37% above US avg
January Average	77°F (25°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	353 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	955 ft (291 m)
Area	5.6 sq mi (14.4 km²)
Population Density	1,698/sq mi
Coordinates	-20.2854°N, 57.6587°W
Timezone	Indian/Mauritius

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.6"

57% above US avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Feb) 10.71"

Driest Month (Oct) 2.48"

Air Quality

AQI Median	87.0
Rating	Moderate
Good Days %	58.9%

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Feb 27, 2018.

Feb 27, 2018	76 km ENE of Sainte-Rose, Reunion	M4.1	141 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

36 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Garance (2025, Cat 3).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2025	Garance	Category 3	225 km
2024	Belal	Category 2	156 km
2023	Freddy	Category 4	188 km
2022	Batsirai	Category 4	186 km
2020	Herold	Category 3	270 km
2020	Calvinia	Category 1	108 km
2019	Cilida	Category 4	240 km
2019	Gelena	Category 4	293 km
2018	Fakir	Category 1	188 km
2018	Berguitta	Category 1	294 km
2007	Gamede	Category 2	263 km
2005	Hennie	Category 1	120 km
2003	Gerry	Category 3	132 km
2003	Crystal	Category 2	192 km
2002	Guillaume	Category 4	130 km
2002	Dina	Category 4	100 km
2000	Connie	Category 3	278 km
2000	Eline:leone	Category 1	207 km
1999	Davina	Category 3	47 km
1998	Anacelle	Category 4	140 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	77°F (25°C)	9.7 in	Warmest
February	76°F (24°C)	10.7 in	Wettest
March	75°F (24°C)	8.8 in
April	74°F (23°C)	8.3 in
May	71°F (21°C)	5.9 in
June	67°F (20°C)	3.8 in
July	69°F (21°C)	3.9 in
August	66°F (19°C)	3.8 in	Coldest
September	67°F (19°C)	2.5 in
October	69°F (21°C)	2.5 in	Driest
November	72°F (22°C)	3.2 in
December	74°F (23°C)	6.7 in

Montagne Blanche has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 66°F in August to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 69.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (10.7") and October the driest (2.5").

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22.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 79.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	22.0%
	35% below US avg
High School+	95.0%

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density	1,698/sq mi
Total Area	5.6 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access	79.5%

Commute & Transportation

Radio Stations near Montagne Blanche

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Radio Plus Mauritius	news, music	MP3 128 kbps
MBC Best FM	dance, pop	UNKNOWN
MBC Radio Mauritius	talk	UNKNOWN
MBC Radio Maurice	oldies, pop	UNKNOWN
OUi Radio	christian, christian music	MP3 128 kbps
MBC Kool FM	dance, pop	UNKNOWN

Airports Near Montagne Blanche

2 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport	MRU	Large Airport
Skydive Austral Airstrip	—	Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Montagne Blanche

What is the population of Montagne Blanche?

Montagne Blanche has a population of 9,440 residents and is located in Mauritius. The population density is 1,698 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.6 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Montagne Blanche expensive to live in?

Montagne Blanche is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 37.7 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $11,270, 85% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $350 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Montagne Blanche?

Montagne Blanche has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 87.

How is the job market in Montagne Blanche?

The median household income in Montagne Blanche is $11,270.

How much does housing cost in Montagne Blanche?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $350. The homeownership rate is 87.0%.

How are the schools in Montagne Blanche?

22.0% of adults in Montagne Blanche hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Montagne Blanche?

The obesity rate in Montagne Blanche is 19.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 16.0% of adults are smokers. 82.2% are physically inactive. 9.6% of residents report depression.

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Economy 3/13

Housing 3/17

Health 12/26

Crime & Safety 0/12

Climate & Environment 9/19

Community 4/14

Cost of Services 0/3

Historical Trends 0/3

Geography 3/6

Places & Facilities 2/32

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