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Side-by-side analysis of your shortlisted locations using aggregated data from the World Bank and Open-Meteo.
Visualizing 3 destinations across all core metrics. How we score →
Each line is a country. Crossing lines reveal trade-offs between dimensions.
Compare 5-year wealth accumulation across all countries vs. staying home (US)
Compare salary, tax burden, and 5-year savings trajectory across countries
🇲🇺 Mauritius offers the highest 5-year savings potential of $115,424 as a software engineer — factoring in salary, taxes, and cost of living.
How far does your budget stretch in each country?
🇲🇺 Mauritius gives you $2,450/mo surplus at 5.45x purchasing power — enough for luxury living living.
| Category | 🇲🇺 Mauritius | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (1BR) | $2,622+75% | $2,558+71% | $300-80% |
| Groceries | $1,049+75% | $1,023+71% | $180-70% |
| Dining Out | $699+75% | $682+71% | $60-85% |
| Transport | $350+75% | $341+71% | $20-90% |
| Utilities | $315+75% | $307+71% | $36-80% |
| Internet | $122+74% | $119+70% | $18-74% |
| Healthcare | $437+75% | $426+70% | $25-90% |
| Monthly Total | $5,594 | $5,456 | $639 |
Estimates based on single person, moderate lifestyle. Actual costs vary by city and personal spending.
Progressive tax calculations across 3 countries
Tax calculations use simplified progressive bracket models for informational purposes only. Actual obligations depend on residency status, tax treaties, deductions, and individual circumstances. US citizens owe US taxes worldwide but can use FEIE ($126K exclusion) and Foreign Tax Credits. Consult a qualified international tax advisor before making relocation decisions.
Visa pathways, document requirements & eligibility
Healthcare, safety, education, lifestyle & work culture
Lifestyle scores are curated estimates based on travel indices, expat surveys, and cultural research. Individual experiences may vary.
Climate, digital nomad readiness & infrastructure
| Country | Avg Temp | Hottest | Coldest | Annual Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇲🇺 Mauritius | 28°C | 49°C | -1°C | 1,868mm |
| 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka | 27°C | 29°C | 25°C | 1,560mm |
| 🇵🇭 Philippines | 27°C | 29°C | 25°C | 2,110mm |
Monthly temperatures are modeled from annual averages. For precise data, consult local meteorological services.
How confident should you be in this ranking? What could change it?
Close call: These destinations are very evenly matched. Your personal priorities will be the deciding factor — small weight changes could change the order.
These dimensions are closely contested between the compared countries. Changing your priority weights in these areas could flip the ranking:
🇲🇺 Mauritius leads slightly, but 🇵🇭 Philippines is a strong contender. Consider visiting both before deciding — the on-the-ground experience may be the tiebreaker.
Mauritius leads across most dimensions with an average score of 53/100.
Based on the data, Mauritius (53/100 avg) is the strongest overall choice, especially for those seeking balanced quality of life. However, Sri Lanka (47/100) is a strong contender with better affordability.
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