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Mexico City Cost of Living 2025
Monthly cost of living breakdown for Mexico City, Mexico
🏠 Housing
1BR Apartment — City Center MX$12,000–25,000/mo (Roma/Condesa); MX$6,000–14,000/mo (outer)
USD Reference Approx. USD 600–1,250/mo (1BR popular areas, 2025)
🍜 Food & Dining
Budget Restaurant / Local Eatery MX$50–120 (street food/market); MX$200–500 (restaurant)
Monthly Groceries MX$2,000–5,000/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 for 2025. Actual costs vary by location, personal lifestyle, and exchange rate fluctuations. Verify with local sources after arrival.
Data updated: 2025-01-15