🇲🇽 Cost of living · Mexico
Monterrey Cost of Living
Monthly cost of living breakdown for Monterrey, Mexico
Cost Level: Medium
Housing
1BR Apartment — City Center MX$8,100–13,500/mo (centre); MX$6,000–10,000/mo (outer)
USD Reference Approx. USD 460–770/mo (1BR centre) · at 2026-07-21 FX rates
Food & Dining
Budget Restaurant / Local Eatery MX$130–260 (casual); MX$650–1,300 (restaurant for 2)
Monthly Groceries MX$4,200–7,200/mo (groceries)
Transport
Monthly Transport Cost Monthly pass ~MX$450
Metro (Metrorrey, 3 lines) + buses + BRT; ride-hailing common. Monterrey Airport (MTY). Car-oriented, ringed by mountains.
Monthly Budget Summary
Budget Lifestyle (single)
USD 1,200–2,000
Comfortable Lifestyle (single)
USD 2,000–3,500
Family Budget (2–3 people)
USD 4,000–6,500
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: 2026-06-21
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