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Cost of Living in La Independencia

La Independencia, Chiapas, Mexico

▼ -13% vs Mexico average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$8,553 ($462)
Couple, monthly$15,295 ($827)
Family of four, monthly$19,891 ($1,075)

Estimated Prices in La Independencia

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$87.75 ($4.74)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$351 ($18.97)per meal
Cappuccino$26.32 ($1.42)each
Monthly groceries (single person)$1,989 ($108)per month
Monthly public transport pass$322 ($17.39)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$848 ($45.85)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$246 ($13.28)per month
Fitness club membership$246 ($13.28)per month
Cinema ticket$64.35 ($3.48)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$3,886 ($210)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$2,703 ($146)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$8,110 ($438)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in La Independencia is $12,904 ($698) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $8,553 ($462) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $11,119 ($601) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($2,703 ($146)) represents about 32% of the total single-person budget.

Compare La Independencia

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Las Rosas

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Amatenango del Valle

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Other Major Cities in Mexico

Mexico City

Ciudad de México · pop. 21,804,000

$12,286 ($664) / mo

Guadalajara

Jalisco · pop. 5,525,000

$12,081 ($653) / mo

Monterrey

Nuevo León · pop. 5,324,281

$12,081 ($653) / mo

San Luis Potosí

San Luis Potosí · pop. 2,822,255

$10,657 ($576) / mo

Toluca

México · pop. 2,476,689

$10,657 ($576) / mo

Tijuana

Baja California · pop. 2,002,000

$10,657 ($576) / mo

Ecatepec

México · pop. 1,655,015

$10,657 ($576) / mo

León de los Aldama

Guanajuato · pop. 1,579,803

$10,657 ($576) / mo

Living in La Independencia

La Independencia is one of the key cities in Mexico. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $8,553 ($462), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $2,703 ($146) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $19,891 ($1,075) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $15,295 ($827) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in La Independencia is $12,904 ($698). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $11,119 ($601) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is La Independencia expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $8,553 ($462) per month in La Independencia including rent outside the city centre. That is 13% less than the national average for Mexico.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in La Independencia?
A net salary of around $11,119 ($601) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in La Independencia with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in La Independencia is $12,904 ($698).
How much is rent in La Independencia?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $3,886 ($210) per month in the city centre and $2,703 ($146) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $8,110 ($438).
Is La Independencia cheaper than Mexico on average?
Yes — La Independencia is estimated to be about 13% cheaper than the Mexico average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in La Independencia?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $1,989 ($108) in La Independencia. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $88 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around $26 ($1).
How do transport costs in La Independencia compare?
A monthly public transport pass in La Independencia is estimated at $322 ($17). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for La Independencia are estimates based on Mexico national averages adjusted for city size. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.