Cost of Living & Prices:
Mexico vs. Japan
Compare the cost of living and prices of goods and services, such as consumer goods prices, housing costs, average wages and more, to learn about differences and similarities between countries.
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Grocery
Mexico vs. Japan - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 1.2 times less for grocery shopping in Mexico than in Japan.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 2.44 USD in Mexico and 6.41 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 61.9% lower in Mexico.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 1.27 USD in Mexico and 2.9 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 56.2% lower in Mexico.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 9.43 USD in Mexico and 20.48 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 54% lower in Mexico.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 11.06 USD in Mexico and 7.84 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 29.1% lower in Japan.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 6.4 USD in Mexico and 7.28 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 12.1% lower in Mexico.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 3.52 USD in Mexico and 3.92 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 10.2% lower in Mexico.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 1.39 USD in Mexico and 1.92 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 27.6% lower in Mexico.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 1.95 USD for 12 eggs in Mexico and 1.71 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 12.3% lower in Japan.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 2.6 USD in Mexico and 2.55 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 1.9% lower in Japan.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 23.98 USD in Mexico and 11.57 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 51.8% lower in Japan.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 0.96 USD in Mexico and 1.23 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 22% lower in Mexico.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 1.93 USD in Mexico and 1.36 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 29.5% lower in Japan.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 7.94 USD in Mexico and 12.29 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 35.4% lower in Mexico.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 1.31 USD in Mexico and 1.26 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 3.8% lower in Japan.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 1.46 USD in Mexico and 3.37 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 56.7% lower in Mexico.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 1.42 USD in Mexico and 5.98 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 76.3% lower in Mexico.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 1.56 USD in Mexico and 3.95 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 60.5% lower in Mexico.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 1.39 USD in Mexico and 2.86 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 51.4% lower in Mexico.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 13.06 USD in Mexico and 12.78 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 2.1% lower in Japan.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 1.53 USD in Mexico and 4.14 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 63% lower in Mexico.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 0.8 USD in Mexico and 0.86 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 7% lower in Mexico.
Restaurant
Mexico vs. Japan - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 1.01 times less for meals in restaurants in Mexico than in Japan.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 2.66 USD in Mexico and 3.05 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 12.8% lower in Mexico.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 1 USD in Mexico and 1.1 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 9.1% lower in Mexico.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 2.51 USD in Mexico and 3.59 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 30.1% lower in Mexico.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 3.72 USD in Mexico and 4.57 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 18.6% lower in Mexico.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 6.46 USD in Mexico and 4.57 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 29.3% lower in Japan.
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 38.21 USD in Mexico and 39.18 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 2.5% lower in Mexico.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 7.54 USD in Mexico and 6.53 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 13.4% lower in Japan.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 0.72 USD in Mexico and 0.77 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 6.5% lower in Mexico.
Fuel
Mexico vs. Japan - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 1.18 times more for fuel in Mexico than in Japan.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 1.31 USD in Mexico and 1.04 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 20.6% lower in Japan.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 1.31 USD in Mexico and 1.18 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 9.9% lower in Japan.
Transportation
Mexico vs. Japan - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 4.09 times less for transportation in Mexico than in Japan.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 15.3 USD in Mexico and 65.3 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 76.6% lower in Mexico.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 0.3 USD in Mexico and 1.31 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 77.1% lower in Mexico.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 6.03 USD in Mexico and 22.12 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 72.7% lower in Mexico.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 0.5 USD in Mexico and 2.74 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 81.8% lower in Mexico.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 1.01 USD in Mexico and 3.13 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 67.7% lower in Mexico.
Sports & entertainment
Mexico vs. Japan - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 4.52 USD in Mexico and 11.75 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 61.5% lower in Mexico.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 45.03 USD in Mexico and 60.7 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 25.8% lower in Mexico.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 20.49 USD in Mexico and 19.59 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 4.4% lower in Japan.
Flats for rent
Mexico vs. Japan - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 1.37 times less for renting an apartment in Mexico than in Japan.
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 767.28 USD in Mexico and 983.7 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 22% lower in Mexico.
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 464.53 USD in Mexico and 568.14 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 18.2% lower in Mexico.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 1494 USD in Mexico and 2181 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 31.5% lower in Mexico.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 871.93 USD in Mexico and 1201 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 27.4% lower in Mexico.
Flats for sale
Mexico vs. Japan - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 2.9 times less for buying an apartment in Mexico than in Japan.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
For one square meter of an apartment in the city center you will pay 2639 USD in Mexico and 7751 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 66% lower in Mexico.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre
For one square meter of an apartment outside the city center, you will pay 1721 USD in Mexico and 4912 USD in Japan. The price of this product is 65% lower in Mexico.
Salary
Mexico vs. Japan - average salary. The average salary in Mexico is 3.64 times lower than in Japan.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 664.13 USD in Mexico and 2415 USD in Japan. The average salary is 72.5% lower in Mexico.
Hotels
Mexico vs. Japan - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Average accommodation prices based on Expedia.com data • Update: 1 Nov 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 15 Nov 2024) • Mexico: 20 cities, 1443 hotels • Japan: 20 cities, 1488 hotels