🇲🇽 Cost of living · Mexico
Mexico City Cost of Living
Monthly cost of living breakdown for Mexico City, Mexico
Cost Level: Low
Housing
1BR Apartment — City Center MX$14,000–30,000/mo (Roma/Condesa); MX$7,000–16,000/mo (outer)
USD Reference Approx. USD 800–1,720/mo (1BR centre) · at 2026-07-21 FX rates
Food & Dining
Budget Restaurant / Local Eatery MX$60–140 (street food/market); MX$220–550 (restaurant)
Monthly Groceries MX$2,400–5,500/mo
Transport
Monthly Transport Cost Metro MX$5/trip; Uber/DiDi widely used and cheap
12 metro lines cover major areas at extremely low fares (MX$5). Uber is safe and reliable in most areas, preferred over taxis. High altitude (2,240m) can cause initial adjustment issues.
Monthly Budget Summary
Budget Lifestyle (single)
USD 800–1,200
Comfortable Lifestyle (single)
USD 1,200–2,000
Family Budget (2–3 people)
USD 2,500–4,000
Important Note
Data above is approximate and indicative. Actual costs vary by location, personal lifestyle, and exchange rate fluctuations. Verify with local sources after arrival.
Source: RichBay editorial estimate (indicative, not guaranteed)
Estimate baseline: 2026-07-20
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