🇲🇽 Cost of Living in Tulum
How much you'll actually spend — not what travel blogs tell you
Monthly budget · Single · city center
$1,489/mo
Just you and your questionable life decisions
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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
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Tulum vs. similar cities
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$1,587/mo
Cost of living in Playa del Carmen
$1,600/mo
Cost of living in San Jose
$1,732/mo
Cost of living in San Miguel de Allende
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Tulum?▼
A single person can expect to spend about $1,489/month in Tulum, including rent in the city center, groceries, transport, and utilities. Couples need roughly $1,804/month.
What is the average salary in Tulum?▼
The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Tulum is about $912, according to Numbeo data.
Is Tulum expensive compared to other cities?▼
Compared to similar cities: Playa del Carmen ($1,587/mo), San Jose ($1,600/mo), San Miguel de Allende ($1,732/mo), Tamarindo ($950/mo), Mexico City ($1,672/mo). Tulum comes in at $1,489/mo for a single person.
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Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.