Cost of Living in Mexico - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Mexico
Address: MX

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $697 (excluding rent), and $1,196 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,701 (excluding rent), and $2,661 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$10.49 MX$182

$5.25 MX$90.9

$18.35 MX$318

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$41.52 MX$719

$25.95 MX$449

$83.0 MX$1,438

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$7.98 MX$138

$6.92 MX$120

$10.64 MX$184

Cappuccino

$3.42 MX$59.2

$1.89 MX$32.78

$5.41 MX$93.7

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.32 MX$22.78

$0.96 MX$16.65

$2.41 MX$41.70

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.00 MX$17.26

$0.66 MX$11.44

$2.11 MX$36.51

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$2.40 MX$41.51

$1.33 MX$23.03

$4.26 MX$73.8

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$4.26 MX$73.7

$2.66 MX$46.02

$6.39 MX$111

Milk (1 liter)

$1.51 MX$26.17

$1.11 MX$19.14

$2.04 MX$35.30

White Bread (500g)

$2.57 MX$44.46

$1.57 MX$27.19

$4.18 MX$72.3

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.74 MX$30.18

$1.07 MX$18.49

$2.45 MX$42.40

Eggs

$2.48 MX$42.97

$1.50 MX$26.03

$3.92 MX$67.9

Local Cheese (1kg)

$8.65 MX$150

$4.27 MX$73.9

$13.66 MX$237

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$7.93 MX$137

$4.13 MX$71.6

$12.78 MX$221

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$11.10 MX$192

$7.01 MX$121

$16.72 MX$290

Apples (1kg)

$2.81 MX$48.72

$1.61 MX$27.96

$4.30 MX$74.4

Banana (1kg)

$1.49 MX$25.82

$1.01 MX$17.56

$2.68 MX$46.37

Oranges (1kg)

$1.92 MX$33.21

$0.80 MX$13.88

$3.75 MX$65.0

Tomato (1kg)

$1.78 MX$30.88

$0.77 MX$13.40

$2.85 MX$49.37

Potato (1kg)

$2.03 MX$35.21

$0.81 MX$14.05

$2.99 MX$51.8

Onion (1kg)

$2.03 MX$35.24

$1.02 MX$17.62

$3.19 MX$55.3

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.27 MX$21.93

$0.78 MX$13.43

$2.02 MX$35.02

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.00 MX$17.34

$0.67 MX$11.61

$1.55 MX$26.76

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$4.32 MX$74.9

$4.06 MX$70.3

$5.35 MX$92.7

Wine (Bottle)

$11.55 MX$200

$7.23 MX$125

$20.22 MX$350

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.65 MX$28.51

$1.08 MX$18.65

$2.68 MX$46.46

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.00 MX$52.0

$1.33 MX$23.05

$4.80 MX$83.1

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.65 MX$11.17

$0.38 MX$6.56

$0.87 MX$15.07

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$26.37 MX$457

$13.18 MX$228

$50.0 MX$866

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$2.63 MX$45.55

$1.34 MX$23.29

$4.48 MX$77.6

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.93 MX$33.51

$0.72 MX$12.54

$2.91 MX$50.4

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$10.51 MX$182

$5.26 MX$91.0

$15.77 MX$273

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.33 MX$22.98

$1.22 MX$21.20

$1.39 MX$24.05

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$20.2K MX$350.6K

$17.7K MX$307.1K

$26.5K MX$458.3K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$22.6K MX$391.0K

$21.3K MX$369.6K

$25.5K MX$442.2K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$62.2 MX$1,078

$30.49 MX$528

$135 MX$2,342

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$23.42 MX$406

$10.63 MX$184

$31.90 MX$553

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$27.93 MX$484

$21.00 MX$364

$42.00 MX$727

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$34.84 MX$603

$18.24 MX$316

$73.0 MX$1,264

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$18.07 MX$313

$10.44 MX$181

$26.11 MX$452

Cinema Ticket

$4.87 MX$84.3

$3.78 MX$65.5

$8.11 MX$140

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$253 MX$4,386

$133 MX$2,306

$533 MX$9,224

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$5,689 MX$98.5K

$2,736 MX$47.4K

$12.7K MX$220.4K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$51.6 MX$894

$26.00 MX$450

$78.0 MX$1,351

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$41.34 MX$716

$24.09 MX$417

$64.2 MX$1,112

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$92.7 MX$1,605

$52.4 MX$908

$142 MX$2,451

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$88.5 MX$1,532

$42.46 MX$735

$154 MX$2,666

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$634 MX$11.0K

$313 MX$5,413

$1,146 MX$19.8K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$454 MX$7,866

$215 MX$3,720

$859 MX$14.9K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,249 MX$21.6K

$647 MX$11.2K

$2,427 MX$42.0K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$877 MX$15.2K

$484 MX$8,376

$1,809 MX$31.3K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$2,736 MX$47.4K

$1,150 MX$19.9K

$4,774 MX$82.7K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,630 MX$28.2K

$882 MX$15.3K

$2,923 MX$50.6K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$830 MX$14.4K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

11.45

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: March 2, 2026

By City in Mexico

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	Acapulco	658609	48	$641	$973	$1,721	$1,917	44.97	96.29
2	Acuna	160225	46	$632	$919	$1,451	$2,189	377.35	171.3
3	Aguascalientes	863893	50	$568	$995	$1,400	$2,043	60.91	108.12
4	Ajijic	-	60	$563	$1,192	$1,130	$2,712	66.25	85.38
5	Alamos, Sonora	10961	55	$583	$1,087	$1,418	$2,420	247.87	15.5
6	Atotonilco el Alto	26874	59	$660	$1,155	$1,861	$2,583	144.07	36.53
7	Azcapotzalco	432205	55	$649	$1,084	$1,685	$2,390	10.09	153.02
8	Boca del Rio	-	55	$689	$1,125	$1,520	$2,435	77.42	11.46
9	Bucerias	-	59	$766	$1,171	$1,896	$2,552	112.16	105.02
10	Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur	202694	85	$776	$1,708	$2,062	$3,476	79.92	116.28
11	Campeche	249623	56	$682	$1,125	$1,402	$2,403	122.28	99.09
12	Cancun	888797	68	$812	$1,338	$1,966	$3,036	178.96	131
13	Celaya	378143	57	$786	$1,132	$1,499	$2,493	174.03	128.66
14	Champotón	35799	57	$747	$1,148	$1,418	$2,499	77.43	28.01
15	Chapala	21596	51	$572	$1,000	$1,137	$2,017	16.24	85.38
16	Chihuahua	925762	56	$726	$1,113	$1,656	$2,299	22.04	113.48
17	Chilpancingo De Los Bravo	225728	58	$684	$1,173	$1,754	$2,619	19.58	70.32
18	Cholula	-	51	$777	$994	$1,626	$2,142	261.17	10.37
19	Ciudad Juarez	1501551	49	$748	$957	$1,405	$2,311	130.6	206.38
20	Ciudad Lerdo	96243	56	$659	$1,133	$1,837	$2,444	222.74	120.27
21	Ciudad Obregon	329404	53	$550	$1,080	$1,261	$2,223	229.1	108.93
22	Ciudad Victoria	332100	61	$640	$1,202	$1,939	$2,659	267.5	103.63
23	Ciudad del Carmen	191238	55	$561	$1,119	$1,461	$2,370	53.83	105.6
24	Coatzacoalcos	212540	55	$694	$1,120	$1,697	$2,397	89.41	109.01
25	Colima	146965	45	$527	$914	$1,374	$2,046	112.74	102.99
26	Cozumel	-	58	$594	$1,162	$1,439	$3,548	86.86	69.26
27	Cuajimalpa	217686	55	$640	$1,097	$1,418	$2,366	29.13	153.02
28	Cuauhtémoc	545884	55	$639	$1,120	$1,561	$2,406	188.43	153.02
29	Cuautitlan Izcalli	484573	52	$602	$1,038	$1,242	$2,187	114.05	138.92
30	Cuautla	157336	59	$715	$1,163	$1,496	$2,609	39.59	76.47
31	Cuernavaca	341029	50	$706	$977	$1,679	$2,345	61.98	119.43
32	Culiacan	808416	49	$752	$985	$1,854	$2,161	227.06	137.96
33	Durango	518709	35	$606	$705	$1,351	$1,580	105.23	107.73
34	Ecatepec	1645352	59	$719	$1,173	$1,729	$2,686	159.6	139.28
35	Ensenada	330652	52	$653	$1,040	$1,363	$2,205	37.5	112.05
36	Guadalajara	1385629	59	$705	$1,168	$1,676	$2,621	238.18	158.04
37	Guadalupe	635862	63	$652	$1,238	$1,958	$2,629	129.23	138.36
38	Guadelupe	-	55	$604	$1,088	$1,691	$2,412	161.27	33.49
39	Guanajuato	70068	40	$496	$800	$1,536	$1,898	37.75	86.39
40	Hermosillo	855563	50	$648	$1,012	$1,433	$2,268	182.83	125.34
41	Irapuato	452090	57	$734	$1,136	$1,576	$2,514	15.29	83.71
42	Isla Mujeres	13174	55	$653	$1,102	$1,585	$2,401	142.41	61
43	La Paz	250141	61	$755	$1,216	$1,821	$2,800	40.5	105.14
44	Lazaro Cardenas	83637	55	$600	$1,113	$1,446	$2,449	36.62	67.38
45	Leon	1579803	43	$688	$837	$1,465	$1,902	130.86	120.59
46	Los Cabos	-	55	$613	$1,086	$1,802	$2,394	99.79	40.09
47	Los Mochis	298009	55	$600	$1,110	$1,327	$2,309	45.42	131.06
48	Manzanillo	159853	59	$576	$1,152	$1,409	$2,471	67.89	102.4
49	Matamoros	510739	57	$619	$1,134	$1,448	$2,473	0.18	232.41
50	Mazatlan	441975	83	$711	$1,669	$1,572	$2,822	224.17	118.69

Mexico Median Internet Speeds (Updated January 2026)

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The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

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Cost of Living in Mexico - Frequently Asked Questions

Cost of Living in Mexico is a useful frame for comparing regions and planning longer stays. Mexico can offer a favorable balance of value, with a wide range of choices that let you align pace, amenities, and location with your budget. You may find modern apartments in vibrant cities at reasonable rents compared with similar Western hubs, while street food and locally produced goods remain affordable if you shop like a local. Tourism spots push prices higher, but you can optimize value by choosing longer tenancy, off-season travel, and public transit over rideshares. Tip: Plan with flexibility and test a few neighborhoods before committing.

Day-to-day life often blends practical affordability with vibrant local culture. When housing, search for layouts that balance safety, travel time, and access to markets; neighborhoods outside the main tourist belts can offer better value with similar amenities. Food options range from inexpensive street plates to fresh markets and moderate restaurants. Public transit is generally reliable in larger cities, and ride-hailing apps are common; for remote work, coworking spaces in central districts provide reliable Wi-Fi and meetups. Understanding Mexico living cost helps you compare rent, groceries, and transit across cities. Tip: start with short stays in a couple of areas to gauge convenience and mood.

Choosing a base in Mexico often comes down to pace and priorities. For a budget-friendly fit, consider smaller cities or vibrant neighborhoods on the periphery of major hubs, or midtown districts with easy access to transit and markets. For a livelier digital nomad scene, look at urban cores with coworking options and frequent cultural events. A practical budgeting framework is to categorize needs (housing, food, transport) and test a few neighborhoods seasonally to compare costs and quality of life. Seasonal shifts in tourism can affect crowding and prices; use off-peak periods to lock in longer leases and smoother services. Tip: map your priorities and trial neighborhoods before committing.