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Cities/Mexico City

Mexico City

Mexico

A massive, high-altitude capital brimming with world-class museums, ancient Aztec ruins, and some of the best street food on the planet. Increasingly popular with digital nomads.

Population: 21.8M
Avg Income: $ 17K/yr
Avg. Temp: 17°C
Area: 1,485 km²
MXN
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33
Affordable

#147 of 250

34% below average

Est. Monthly Cost

$ 1 244

Based on NYC = 100 index


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Cost Breakdown

Monthly average costs by category

Housing

$ 599

per month

Food & Groceries

$ 87

per month

Restaurants

$ 264

per month

Transportation

$ 59

per month

Utilities

$ 128

per month

Entertainment

$ 58

per month

Healthcare

$ 20

per month

Clothing

$ 30

per month