Mexico vs Mexico · 615 km apart
Mexico
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Cheaper overallMexico
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| Expense | San Salvador | Monterrey | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.59 | $6.53 | San Salvador |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $18.36 | $26.11 | San Salvador |
| Cappuccino | $1.38 | $1.96 | San Salvador |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $104 | $148 | San Salvador |
| Monthly public transport pass | $16.83 | $23.94 | San Salvador |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $44.37 | $63.10 | San Salvador |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $12.85 | $18.28 | San Salvador |
| Fitness club membership | $12.85 | $18.28 | San Salvador |
| Cinema ticket | $3.37 | $4.79 | San Salvador |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $202 | $313 | San Salvador |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $140 | $218 | San Salvador |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $421 | $654 | San Salvador |
| Total single-person budget | $446 | $653 | San Salvador |
| Average net salary | $675 | $960 |
San Salvador is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in San Salvador runs about $446 versus $653 in Monterrey — a difference of roughly 46%.
Salary-adjusted, Monterrey leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in San Salvador · Full cost of living in Monterrey