Mexico vs Mexico · 1,791 km apart
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Cheaper overallMexico
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| Expense | Tijuana | Monterrey | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $5.81 | $6.53 | Tijuana |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $23.26 | $26.11 | Tijuana |
| Cappuccino | $1.74 | $1.96 | Tijuana |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $132 | $148 | Tijuana |
| Monthly public transport pass | $21.32 | $23.94 | Tijuana |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $56.20 | $63.10 | Tijuana |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $16.28 | $18.28 | Tijuana |
| Fitness club membership | $16.28 | $18.28 | Tijuana |
| Cinema ticket | $4.26 | $4.79 | Tijuana |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $271 | $313 | Tijuana |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $188 | $218 | Tijuana |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $565 | $654 | Tijuana |
| Total single-person budget | $576 | $653 | Tijuana |
| Average net salary | $855 | $960 |
Tijuana is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Tijuana runs about $576 versus $653 in Monterrey — a difference of roughly 13%.
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 Tijuana · Full cost of living in Monterrey