Wondering how far your salary goes in Mexico City? Here’s what everyday life costs, in local prices — the numbers that matter when you’re deciding to move or negotiating a package.
What things cost
1-bed apartment (Roma/Condesa)MXN 18,000-28,000 / mo
Meal, mid-range restaurantMXN 250-450
Tacos al pastor (street)MXN 15-25 each
CoffeeMXN 55
Metro rideMXN 5
Est. single-person monthlyMXN 12,000 (excl. rent)
Good to know
Population
~22 million (metro)
Altitude
2,240 m (7,350 ft) — it's the altitude, not you
Official language
Spanish
Currency
Mexican Peso (MXN, $)
Power plug
Types A/B, 127V
Emergency line
911 (nationwide)
A note on budgeting
Rent is usually the swing factor — location and whether bills are included move the number most. Build your estimate from the rent band above, add a monthly living figure, and keep a buffer for one-off setup costs (deposits, a residence permit, a local SIM, first-month transport). Globe Quest turns this into a personalized Mexico City checklist so nothing setup-related catches you off guard.
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