1,069 cities covered · Currency: MXN ($) · Capital: Mexico City
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $100 ($5.41) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $400 ($21.62) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | $30.00 ($1.62) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $2,267 ($123) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | $367 ($19.82) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $967 ($52.26) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $280 ($15.14) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | $280 ($15.14) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | $73.34 ($3.96) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $4,576 ($247) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $3,184 ($172) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $9,551 ($516) | per month |
Ciudad de México · pop. 21,804,000
Jalisco · pop. 5,525,000
Nuevo León · pop. 5,324,281
San Luis Potosí · pop. 2,822,255
México · pop. 2,476,689
Baja California · pop. 2,002,000
México · pop. 1,655,015
Guanajuato · pop. 1,579,803
Puebla · pop. 1,576,259
Chihuahua · pop. 1,321,004
Jalisco · pop. 1,257,547
México · pop. 1,077,208
México · pop. 1,072,676
Coahuila · pop. 1,017,806
Aguascalientes · pop. 934,424
Chihuahua · pop. 925,762
México · pop. 913,681
Sonora · pop. 899,817
Yucatán · pop. 892,363
Quintana Roo · pop. 888,797
Baja California · pop. 862,360
Sinaloa · pop. 808,416
Querétaro · pop. 794,789
Michoacán · pop. 743,275
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Mexico
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Mexico
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Mexico
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Mexico
Living costs in Mexico vary significantly depending on city size. Large metropolitan areas with populations over one million typically see housing costs 15–30% above the national average, while smaller towns can be 10–20% below it. The national baseline of $9,851 ($532) per month represents a mid-sized city estimate.
Capital cities and major economic hubs command the highest rents and overall expenses. For budget-conscious residents, mid-sized cities offer a balance of amenities and affordability. Rural and small-town living remains the most economical option, though transport and service access may be limited.