Cost of Living in Zacatecas - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $496 (excluding rent), and $948 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,100 (excluding rent), and $2,111 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$6.00 MX$104

$5.22 MX$90.4

$15.66 MX$271

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$31.28 MX$542

$20.14 MX$349

$63.6 MX$1,102

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$7.09 MX$123

$6.31 MX$109

$10.51 MX$182

Cappuccino

$2.88 MX$49.83

$1.83 MX$31.68

$5.23 MX$90.6

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

$1.18 MX$20.40

$0.98 MX$17.00

$2.34 MX$40.47

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.76 MX$13.08

$0.56 MX$9.63

$1.67 MX$28.88

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.89 MX$32.81

$1.30 MX$22.53

$3.79 MX$65.6

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.76 MX$65.1

$2.59 MX$44.90

$6.24 MX$108

Milk (1 liter)

$1.35 MX$23.37

$1.10 MX$19.07

$1.74 MX$30.07

White Bread (500g)

$2.06 MX$35.71

$1.41 MX$24.43

$3.45 MX$59.8

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.56 MX$27.08

$0.60 MX$10.33

$2.45 MX$42.40

Eggs

$2.16 MX$37.43

$1.41 MX$24.37

$3.83 MX$66.3

Local Cheese (1kg)

$7.16 MX$124

$4.77 MX$82.7

$13.25 MX$230

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.74 MX$99.5

$3.01 MX$52.1

$9.96 MX$172

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$9.39 MX$163

$8.12 MX$141

$16.25 MX$281

Apples (1kg)

$1.77 MX$30.67

$1.36 MX$23.54

$4.36 MX$75.4

Banana (1kg)

$1.51 MX$26.14

$1.02 MX$17.66

$3.23 MX$56.0

Oranges (1kg)

$1.84 MX$31.84

$0.80 MX$13.82

$3.20 MX$55.5

Tomato (1kg)

$1.38 MX$23.90

$0.78 MX$13.49

$2.35 MX$40.64

Potato (1kg)

$1.75 MX$30.30

$0.79 MX$13.60

$2.51 MX$43.56

Onion (1kg)

$2.01 MX$34.89

$0.54 MX$9.39

$3.24 MX$56.1

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.37 MX$23.77

$0.97 MX$16.72

$2.15 MX$37.32

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.82 MX$14.18

$0.77 MX$13.28

$1.55 MX$26.93

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$4.31 MX$74.7

$8.08 MX$140

Wine (Bottle)

$11.20 MX$194

$6.40 MX$111

$20.95 MX$363

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.61 MX$27.81

$1.17 MX$20.29

$2.67 MX$46.18

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.17 MX$54.9

$1.83 MX$31.74

$4.67 MX$80.8

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.51 MX$8.87

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$16.02 MX$278

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$2.14 MX$37.00

$1.33 MX$23.04

$5.33 MX$92.3

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.00 MX$17.38

$2.50 MX$43.27

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$11.46 MX$198

$10.41 MX$180

$26.03 MX$451

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.31 MX$22.77

$1.25 MX$21.70

$1.42 MX$24.55

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

$23.4K MX$404.7K

$18.2K MX$314.8K

$23.8K MX$412.8K

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

$24.6K MX$425.3K

$22.7K MX$393.3K

$27.0K MX$467.1K

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

$22.42 MX$388

$21.10 MX$366

$52.8 MX$914

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

$8.07 MX$140

$26.93 MX$466

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$24.53 MX$425

$18.39 MX$319

$34.17 MX$592

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$23.58 MX$408

$20.96 MX$363

$26.20 MX$454

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$8.16 MX$141

$16.32 MX$283

Cinema Ticket

$4.25 MX$73.7

$3.76 MX$65.2

$10.76 MX$186

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

$189 MX$3,269

$106 MX$1,831

$317 MX$5,492

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$3,166 MX$54.8K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$44.12 MX$764

$31.77 MX$550

$79.4 MX$1,375

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$41.51 MX$719

$15.57 MX$270

$77.8 MX$1,348

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$87.5 MX$1,516

$68.9 MX$1,194

$159 MX$2,756

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$42.11 MX$729

$132 MX$2,279

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$239 MX$4,141

$797 MX$13.8K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$389 MX$6,737

$207 MX$3,593

$622 MX$10.8K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$371 MX$6,422

$1,324 MX$22.9K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$756 MX$13.1K

$524 MX$9,078

$1,048 MX$18.2K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$619 MX$10.7K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$911 MX$15.8K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

11.48

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

Last update: March 1, 2026

Zacatecas Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

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Cost of Living in Zacatecas - Frequently Asked Questions

Zacatecas offers a friendly balance of price and quality that appeals to travelers, expats, and digital nomads who want reliability without a premium. In general, you’ll find affordable housing options – from compact apartments to shared houses near the historic center – and you’ll enjoy solid value in local meals, markets, and everyday services. Getting around is straightforward, with walkable cores and decent public transport. The cultural calendar adds substantial value, turning a modest budget into rich experiences in museums, galleries, and street food. Cost of Living in Zacatecas tends to be moderate and predictable, with room to save while you settle in. Tip: Start with a short-term stay in a centrally located, walkable neighborhood to test the vibe.

Daily life follows a relaxed, walkable rhythm. In the housing hunt, start in the historic center or nearby residential streets for easy access to shops, cafes, and markets; there are options for both short-term leases and longer stays. For groceries, you’ll find vibrant local markets and affordable produce, plus international items in larger supermarkets. Transport is practical, with buses and rideshares complementing easy walkability. Co-working spaces fit a range of budgets, offering reliable wi-fi and social spaces. Know the Zacatecas living cost to plan a daily rhythm and priorities. Tip: Build a budgeting cushion by using free public events and choosing one new activity per week.

To maximize value, use a simple budgeting framework: assign a housing bracket, then cap daily costs for meals, transport, and errands. Favor neighborhoods that balance walkability with quiet evenings; Centro Histórico offers access to culture while hillside zones can be quieter and cooler. Cooking at home with market ingredients stretches funds, while occasional meals out keep the vibe alive. Seasonality matters for crowds and prices around festivals; plan longer stays when fewer tourists are around if possible. Take note of safety, amenities like laundromats, and access to green spaces when choosing a base. Tip: Keep a recurring calendar of local events to shape your plans.