Reunion
Most searched islands · RE · hab. 840,000
Sprache(n): Französisch (offiziell); Crp weit verbreitet
Umzug mit Kindern — Reunion
Schools, healthcare, housing, and daily logistics — sourced, in plain language.
- Frühe Jahre (Vorschule / Kita)
- Reunion
- Ages 3–6.
- Schulen (K–12)
- Reunion
- Ages 5–18.
- Hochschulbildung
- Reunion
- Ages 18+.
- Gesundheitsversorgung
- Yes — full hospital on island
- Major hospital hub on Reunion; complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres.
- Top income tax
- ~45% top marginal
- See full bands on island profile.
- Typical rent (family)
- $1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher)
- 2BR band; verify listings for school catchment areas.
- Getting around with kids
- Common — public transit limited outside main towns
- Sprache(n)
- Französisch (offiziell); Crp weit verbreitet
- Storm exposure
- Moderate — cyclone season
Demografie
Census and official statistics — age, ethnicity, religion, and language breakdowns where published. Useful for understanding community fit; verify before relocating.
- Under 1822%
22% - 18–6460%
60% - 65+18%
18%
Wikidata — island entities (regional estimates) (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
- Local majority58%
58% - Expat / tourism workers22%
22% - Mixed / other20%
20%
Wikipedia — islands by country (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
- Majority faith (varies)55%
55% - Other faiths25%
25% - Unaffiliated / secular20%
20%
Pew Research Center — regional religion estimates (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
- Local official language68%
68% - Englisch (tourism/business)22%
22% - Other10%
10%
Wikipedia — islands by country (opens in new tab) · verified 2026-06-11
Narrative summary
Plain-language context behind the charts — with per-field sources.
| Profil d'âge | Varies by island — high-search destinations mix resort economies, fishing communities, and administrative centres. | Wikidata — island entities (sitelink-ranked) (opens in new tab)· vérifié 2026-06-11 · researched |
|---|---|---|
| Origine ethnique / culturelle | Local majorities with tourism and expat minorities on globally well-known islands; remote islands often more homogeneous. | Wikipedia — islands by country (opens in new tab)· vérifié 2026-06-11 · researched |
| Religion | Follows national and regional patterns — verify faith demographics for your destination country. | Pew Research Center — global religion (regional estimates) (opens in new tab)· vérifié 2026-06-11 · researched |
Einkommensteuer
Top rate and band thresholds for the jurisdiction governing this island. Indicative only — not tax advice. National Insurance, social security, VAT/GST, and property taxes are separate.
| Taux d'imposition max | ~45% top marginal | National revenue authority (see profile) (opens in new tab)· vérifié 2026-06-11 · researched |
|---|---|---|
| Tranches d'imposition | French progressive income tax | National revenue authority (see profile) (opens in new tab)· vérifié 2026-06-11 · researched |
Bildung
Early years, K–12 schools, and higher education — confirm enrollment, waitlists, and tuition directly before planning a move. Off-island options show typical ferry or hub access where documented.
Frühe Jahre (Vorschule / Kita)
Reunion
Local national, International (where offered) · Ages 3–6
vérifié 2026-06-11
Schulen (K–12)
Reunion
Local national curriculum, International (verify) · Ages 5–18
vérifié 2026-06-11
Hochschulbildung
Reunion
Higher education · Ages 18+
vérifié 2026-06-11
Family essentials
Healthcare, housing costs, transport, and storm exposure — the fields families ask about first.
| Hôpital sur l'île | Yes — full hospital on island | French Ministry of Health (opens in new tab)· vérifié 2026-06-11 · researched |
|---|---|---|
| Notes d'évacuation | Major hospital hub on Reunion; complex tertiary cases may transfer to national capital or overseas centres. | French Ministry of Health (opens in new tab)· vérifié 2026-06-11 · researched |
| Loyer (mensuel, USD) | $1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher) | Wikipedia — Reunion (opens in new tab)· vérifié 2026-06-11 · researched |
| Courses vs. continent US | Réunion near France pricing with freight premium | Wikipedia — island profile (opens in new tab)· vérifié 2026-06-11 · researched |
| Surcoût insulaire | French overseas department — EU standards | Wikipedia — island profile (opens in new tab)· vérifié 2026-06-11 · researched |
| Voiture nécessaire | Common — public transit limited outside main towns | Wikipedia — Reunion (opens in new tab)· vérifié 2026-06-11 · researched |
| Sprache(n) | Französisch (offiziell); Crp weit verbreitet | Wikipedia — island profile (opens in new tab)· vérifié 2026-06-11 · researched |
| Risque ouragan / cyclone | Moderate — cyclone season | NOAA / regional meteorological services (opens in new tab)· vérifié 2026-06-11 · researched |
Residency paths
US — French overseas territory entry
U.S. citizens need appropriate French visas for stays beyond short tourism where required. DOM-TOM territories follow French immigration law with local prefecture registration.
Source officielle · vérifié 2026-06-11 (opens in new tab)UK — French visa / residence permit
U.K. citizens require French visas for long stays in overseas collectivities. Short tourism may be visa-free — confirm current Schengen/overseas rules.
Source officielle · vérifié 2026-06-11 (opens in new tab)EU — EU citizen — French overseas territories
E.U. citizens may travel freely but must register for residence in French overseas departments and collectivities when staying long-term.
Source officielle · vérifié 2026-06-11 (opens in new tab)
Full relocation profile
Connectivity, language, timezone, and property rules.
| Population | 840,000 | Wikipedia — Reunion (opens in new tab)· vérifié 2026-06-11 · researched |
|---|---|---|
| Ville principale | Reunion (main settlement — verify locally) | Wikipedia — Reunion (opens in new tab)· vérifié 2026-06-11 · researched |
| Fibre disponible | Yes | Wikipedia — Reunion (opens in new tab)· vérifié 2026-06-11 · researched |
| Débit internet habituel | 100–1000 Mbps fibre in urban cores | Wikipedia — Reunion (opens in new tab)· vérifié 2026-06-11 · researched |
| Sprache(n) | Französisch (offiziell); Crp weit verbreitet | Wikipedia — island profile (opens in new tab)· vérifié 2026-06-11 · researched |
| Propriété étrangère | French property law | Wikipedia — island profile (opens in new tab)· vérifié 2026-06-11 · researched |
Häufige Fragen zu Reunion
Answers from sourced island profiles — verify dates and official rules before relocating.
Wie hoch sind die Lebenshaltungskosten auf Reunion?#
Cost of living on Reunion — Typical rent: $1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher). Groceries: Réunion near France pricing with freight premium. Island premium: French overseas department — EU standards. Figures are sourced bands, not personal budgets — confirm current listings locally.
Wie hoch sind die Mietpreise auf Reunion?#
Documented rent band for Reunion: $1,200–$2,500/mo (2BR metro; resort zones higher). Island listings change seasonally — treat as a planning range, not a quote.
Gibt es Schulen auf Reunion?#
Yes — 3 on-island options documented. K–12: Reunion Early years: Reunion Higher education: Reunion
Gibt es ein Krankenhaus auf Reunion?#
Yes — full hospital on island
Wie groß ist die Bevölkerung von Reunion?#
Reunion has about 840,000 residents; main town: Reunion (main settlement — verify locally) (Most searched islands).
Welche Sprache wird auf Reunion gesprochen?#
French (official); Creole widely spoken.
Braucht man ein Auto auf Reunion?#
Common — public transit limited outside main towns.
Können Ausländer Immobilien auf Reunion kaufen?#
French property law.
Wie hoch ist das Hurrikanrisiko auf Reunion?#
Moderate — cyclone season.
Wie schnell ist das Internet auf Reunion?#
On Reunion, Fiber broadband is available; typical speeds around 100–1000 Mbps fibre in urban cores. Remote-work viability varies by address — verify with local ISPs.
Wie zieht man nach Reunion?#
Residency rules depend on your passport. Documented paths for Reunion: US (French overseas territory entry): U.S. citizens need appropriate French visas for stays beyond short tourism where required. DOM-TOM territories follow French immigration law with local prefecture registration. UK (French visa / residence permit): U.K. citizens require French visas for long stays in overseas collectivities. Short tourism may be visa-free — confirm current Schengen/overseas rules. EU (EU citizen — French overseas territories): E.U. citizens may travel freely but must register for residence in French overseas departments and collectivities when staying long-term. Confirm with official immigration sources before moving.
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