Mexico City, Mexico

Cost of Living in Mexico City, Mexico

Quick answer: As of 2026, living in Mexico City costs approximately $1,530 per month for one person, with city-centre one-bedroom rent averaging $1,200. Actual costs vary with lifestyle, neighborhood, and exchange rates.

Mexico City is a city in Mexico, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,530 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $1,200 per month, or $738 outside the centre. Internet is solid at around 92 Mbps median download speed, and Mexico offers a digital nomad visa. On safety, Mexico City scores 32/100 — below average on safety for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 76°F and winter highs around 73°F, with roughly 361 sunny days a year.

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Monthly Cost$1,530≈ $51/day
1BR Rent (Centre)$1,200
Internet92 Mbps
Safety32/100
Avg Temp75°F

Mexico City Cost of Living Breakdown

🍽️ Dining

Inexpensive Restaurant$11.65
Mid-Range Restaurant (2 People)$55.33
McDonald's Combo Meal$10.89
Cappuccino$4.02
Domestic Beer (Restaurant)$3.49
Bottled Water (Restaurant)$1.39

🛒 Groceries

Milk (1 Liter)$1.86
Bread (1 lb Loaf)$2.55
Eggs (12)$2.77
Chicken Fillets (1 lb)$4.23
Apples (1 lb)$1.45
Bananas (1 lb)$0.85
Tomatoes (1 lb)$0.88
Potatoes (1 lb)$1
Water (1.5L Bottle)$1.32
Wine (Mid-Range Bottle)$14.56
Cigarettes (Marlboro)$4.95

🚌 Transportation

One-Way Ticket$0.35
Monthly Transit Pass$20.97
Taxi Start$1.51
Taxi (1 Mile)$0.75
Gasoline (1 Liter)$1.45
VW Golf (New)$22,538.73

⚡ Utilities & Tech

Basic Utilities (Monthly)$54.78
Mobile Phone Plan$28.39
Broadband Internet$36.55

🎬 Lifestyle

Gym Membership (Monthly)$54.74
Cinema Ticket$6.99
Preschool (Monthly)$475.12
Intl. Primary School (Annual)$11,437.20

👔 Clothing

Jeans (Levi's 501)$74.10
Nike Running Shoes$115.87

🏠 Housing

Rent 1BR (City Centre)$1,200.01
Rent 1BR (Outside Centre)$737.72
Rent 3BR (City Centre)$2,668.50
Rent 3BR (Outside Centre)$1,457.48
Buy Price/sqft (Centre)$348.53
Buy Price/sqft (Outside)$208.20

📊 Summary

Avg Monthly Net Salary$1,081.55
Mortgage Interest Rate11.31%
Family of 4 (Monthly, excl. rent)$2,974.30
Single Person (Monthly, excl. rent)$792.70

Cost data sourced from Numbeo.

Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Mexico City

Internet92 Mbps
Safety32/100
Healthcare66/100
Public Transit72/100
Walkability68/100
Nightlife65/100
Food Scene92/100
Fine Dining52/100
Coffee Culture78/100
Air Quality65/100
Green Spaces60/100
Culture82/100
Beaches72/100
Hiking55/100
Surfing0/100
Coworking Spaces75
US Visa-Free180 days

Neighborhoods in Mexico City

Roma Norte · Condesa · Coyoacán · Polanco · Juárez

Communities & Expat Groups

Mexico City Digital Nomads · CDMX Housing & Events · International Thursday CDMX

Mexico City FAQ

How much does it cost to live in Mexico City?

A single person should budget around $1,530 per month in Mexico City, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $2,974 per month.

How much is rent in Mexico City?

A one-bedroom apartment in central Mexico City averages $1,200 per month, dropping to about $738 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $2,669.

Is Mexico City safe?

Mexico City scores 32/100 on safety, which is below average on safety. Tourist safety is rated 42/100.

How fast is the internet in Mexico City?

Median download speeds in Mexico City are around 92 Mbps — solid for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 75 coworking spaces in the city.

Does Mexico offer a digital nomad visa?

Yes — Mexico offers a digital nomad visa. US passport holders can typically stay 180 days visa-free before applying.

What is the weather like in Mexico City?

Mexico City sees summer highs around 76°F and winter highs near 73°F, with about 361 sunny days and 119 rainy days per year.

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