Mexico vs Mexico · 7 km apart
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| Expense | Zapopan | Guadalajara | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $5.81 | $6.53 | Zapopan |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $23.26 | $26.11 | Zapopan |
| Cappuccino | $1.74 | $1.96 | Zapopan |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $132 | $148 | Zapopan |
| Monthly public transport pass | $21.32 | $23.94 | Zapopan |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $56.20 | $63.10 | Zapopan |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $16.28 | $18.28 | Zapopan |
| Fitness club membership | $16.28 | $18.28 | Zapopan |
| Cinema ticket | $4.26 | $4.79 | Zapopan |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $271 | $313 | Zapopan |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $188 | $218 | Zapopan |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $565 | $654 | Zapopan |
| Total single-person budget | $576 | $653 | Zapopan |
| Average net salary | $855 | $960 |
Zapopan is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Zapopan runs about $576 versus $653 in Guadalajara — a difference of roughly 13%.
Salary-adjusted, Guadalajara 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 Zapopan · Full cost of living in Guadalajara