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Cost of Living in Mexico City

Median income in Mexico City is MX$180,000/year (MX$15,000/month). Here is how to budget every dollar.

Average Rent in Mexico City

MX$8,000

Studio

MX$12,000

1 Bedroom

MX$18,000

2 Bedrooms

Monthly Budget Breakdown: MX$15,000/month

How to allocate the median Mexico City income of MX$180,000/year after taxes.

Housing

MX$10,000

67%

Food & Groceries

MX$2,500

17%

Transportation

MX$400

3%

Utilities

MX$500

3%

Healthcare

MX$300

2%

Entertainment

MX$600

4%

Personal & Other

MX$400

3%

Savings

MX$300

1%

Total

MX$15,000

100%

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Affordable Neighborhoods in Mexico City

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Roma and Condesa are trendy but expensive — Narvarte and Del Valle are nearby alternatives at 40% less

2

Coyoacán offers a village-like atmosphere with moderate rents south of the center

3

Iztapalapa and Azcapotzalco are the most affordable colonias with improving Metro connections

Money-Saving Tips for Mexico City

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Mexico City Metro costs just MX$5 per ride — one of the cheapest systems in the world

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Eat at fondas and comedores (local eateries) for full meals under MX$80

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IMSS public healthcare is available for formal workers; INSABI covers uninsured residents

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