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 1.23 times less for grocery shopping in Mexico than in Japan.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 2.22 EUR (2.5 USD) in Mexico and 6 EUR (6.73 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 63% lower in Mexico.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 1.15 EUR (1.29 USD) in Mexico and 2.71 EUR (3.05 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 57.6% lower in Mexico.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 8.58 EUR (9.63 USD) in Mexico and 19.16 EUR (21.52 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 55.2% lower in Mexico.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 10.06 EUR (11.3 USD) in Mexico and 7.33 EUR (8.23 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 27.1% lower in Japan.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 5.82 EUR (6.54 USD) in Mexico and 6.81 EUR (7.65 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 14.5% lower in Mexico.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 3.2 EUR (3.6 USD) in Mexico and 3.67 EUR (4.12 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 12.8% lower in Mexico.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 1.27 EUR (1.42 USD) in Mexico and 1.79 EUR (2.01 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 29.1% lower in Mexico.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 1.77 EUR (1.99 USD) for 12 eggs in Mexico and 1.6 EUR (1.79 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 9.6% lower in Japan.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 2.36 EUR (2.65 USD) in Mexico and 2.38 EUR (2.68 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 0.8% lower in Mexico.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 21.35 EUR (23.98 USD) in Mexico and 10.3 EUR (11.57 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 51.8% lower in Japan.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 0.87 EUR (0.98 USD) in Mexico and 1.15 EUR (1.29 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 24.3% lower in Mexico.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 1.75 EUR (1.97 USD) in Mexico and 1.27 EUR (1.43 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 27.4% lower in Japan.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 7.22 EUR (8.11 USD) in Mexico and 11.5 EUR (12.92 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 37.2% lower in Mexico.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 1.19 EUR (1.34 USD) in Mexico and 1.18 EUR (1.32 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 0.8% lower in Japan.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 1.32 EUR (1.49 USD) in Mexico and 3.15 EUR (3.54 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 58.1% lower in Mexico.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 1.29 EUR (1.45 USD) in Mexico and 5.6 EUR (6.29 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 77% lower in Mexico.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 1.42 EUR (1.59 USD) in Mexico and 3.69 EUR (4.15 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 61.5% lower in Mexico.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 1.26 EUR (1.42 USD) in Mexico and 2.68 EUR (3.01 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 53% lower in Mexico.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 11.63 EUR (13.06 USD) in Mexico and 11.38 EUR (12.78 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 2.1% lower in Japan.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 1.4 EUR (1.57 USD) in Mexico and 3.87 EUR (4.35 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 63.8% lower in Mexico.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 0.73 EUR (0.82 USD) in Mexico and 0.81 EUR (0.91 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 9.9% lower in Mexico.
Restaurant
Mexico vs. Japan - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 1.04 times less for meals in restaurants in Mexico than in Japan.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 2.42 EUR (2.72 USD) in Mexico and 2.85 EUR (3.2 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 15.1% lower in Mexico.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 0.91 EUR (1.02 USD) in Mexico and 1.03 EUR (1.15 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 11.7% lower in Mexico.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 2.29 EUR (2.57 USD) in Mexico and 3.36 EUR (3.77 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 31.8% lower in Mexico.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 3.39 EUR (3.8 USD) in Mexico and 4.28 EUR (4.8 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 20.8% lower in Mexico.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 5.88 EUR (6.6 USD) in Mexico and 4.28 EUR (4.8 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 27.2% 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 34.76 EUR (39.04 USD) in Mexico and 36.65 EUR (41.17 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 5.2% lower in Mexico.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 6.86 EUR (7.71 USD) in Mexico and 6.11 EUR (6.86 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 10.9% lower in Japan.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 0.65 EUR (0.73 USD) in Mexico and 0.72 EUR (0.81 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 9.7% 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 1.17 EUR (1.31 USD) in Mexico and 0.93 EUR (1.04 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 20.5% lower in Japan.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 1.16 EUR (1.31 USD) in Mexico and 1.05 EUR (1.18 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 9.5% lower in Japan.
Transportation
Mexico vs. Japan - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 4.2 times less for transportation in Mexico than in Japan.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 13.92 EUR (15.64 USD) in Mexico and 61.09 EUR (68.62 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 77.2% lower in Mexico.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 0.27 EUR (0.31 USD) in Mexico and 1.22 EUR (1.37 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 77.9% lower in Mexico.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 5.49 EUR (6.16 USD) in Mexico and 20.7 EUR (23.25 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 73.5% lower in Mexico.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 0.46 EUR (0.51 USD) in Mexico and 2.57 EUR (2.88 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 82.1% lower in Mexico.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 0.91 EUR (1.03 USD) in Mexico and 2.93 EUR (3.29 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 68.9% 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 4.12 EUR (4.62 USD) in Mexico and 11 EUR (12.35 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 62.5% lower in Mexico.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 40.97 EUR (46.02 USD) in Mexico and 56.78 EUR (63.78 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 27.8% lower in Mexico.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 18.64 EUR (20.94 USD) in Mexico and 18.33 EUR (20.59 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 1.7% lower in Japan.
Flats for rent
Mexico vs. Japan - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 1.41 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 697.98 EUR (784.04 USD) in Mexico and 920.2 EUR (1033.65 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 24.1% 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 422.57 EUR (474.68 USD) in Mexico and 531.46 EUR (596.99 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 20.5% 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 1359 EUR (1526.13 USD) in Mexico and 2040 EUR (2291.57 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 33.4% 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 793.18 EUR (890.97 USD) in Mexico and 1124 EUR (1262.32 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 29.4% lower in Mexico.
Flats for sale
Mexico vs. Japan - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 2.99 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 2401 EUR (2697.04 USD) in Mexico and 7250 EUR (8144.29 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 66.9% 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 1565 EUR (1758.36 USD) in Mexico and 4595 EUR (5161.71 USD) in Japan. The price of this product is 65.9% lower in Mexico.
Salary
Mexico vs. Japan - average salary. The average salary in Mexico is 3.74 times lower than in Japan.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 604.14 EUR (678.63 USD) in Mexico and 2260 EUR (2538.16 USD) in Japan. The average salary is 73.3% 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: 15 Dec 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024) • Mexico: 20 cities, 1284 hotels • Japan: 17 cities, 1002 hotels