🇲🇽 Cost of Living in Mexico
8 cities, ranked from wallet-friendly to wallet-hostile
Median monthly budget · single · city center
$1,538/mo
Across 8 cities we track
Couple
$1,895
Family of 4
$3,443
City-by-city damage report
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Median across 8 cities
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Median prices across 8 cities
Getting around — or trying to
Median prices across 8 cities
Mexico vs. the neighbors
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Mexico?▼
Across 8 cities, a single person spends a median of $1,538/month including rent. Merida is the cheapest at $1,114/mo, while Puerto Vallarta runs $2,044/mo.
What is the average rent in Mexico?▼
Median rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city center is $1,057/month across 8 cities we track.
What is the average salary in Mexico?▼
The median monthly net salary (after tax) across 8 cities is about $760, based on Numbeo data.
What is the cheapest city in Mexico?▼
Merida is the most affordable at $1,114/month for a single person. Puerto Vallarta is the most expensive at $2,044/month.
Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.