🇲🇽 Cost of Living in Ajijic
How much you'll actually spend — not what travel blogs tell you
Monthly budget · Single · city center
$1,278/mo
Just you and your questionable life decisions
The real monthly damage
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD unless toggled.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Getting around — or trying to
30-day trial run
What a month-long scouting trip costs before you commit to anything permanent.
Ajijic vs. similar cities
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Ajijic?▼
A single person can expect to spend about $1,278/month in Ajijic, including rent in the city center, groceries, transport, and utilities. Couples need roughly $1,593/month.
What is the average salary in Ajijic?▼
The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Ajijic is about $584, according to Numbeo data.
Is Ajijic expensive compared to other cities?▼
Compared to similar cities: San Jose ($1,600/mo), Cancun ($1,376/mo), Tulum ($1,489/mo), Playa del Carmen ($1,587/mo), San Miguel de Allende ($1,732/mo). Ajijic comes in at $1,278/mo for a single person.
Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.