Prices and Cost of Living in Mexico

Food and beverage prices in Mexico

Popular food products found on store shelves in Mexico include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 28.96 MXN (1.43 USD) for a kilo of onions to 188 MXN (9.24 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 27.62 MXN (1.36 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 38.35 MXN (1.89 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 25.19 MXN (1.24 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 48.61 MXN (2.39 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 15.91 MXN (0.78 USD). Dairy prices in Mexico, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 26.07 MXN (1.28 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 158 MXN (7.78 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 127 MXN (6.27 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 38.75 MXN (1.91 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 30.51 MXN (1.5 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Mexico vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 52.9 MXN (2.61 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 19.83 MXN (0.98 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 128 MXN (6.33 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 760 MXN (37.44 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 150 MXN (7.39 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Mexico?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 6 MXN (0.3 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 304 MXN (15 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 20 MXN (0.99 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 10 MXN (0.49 USD).

Fuel prices in Mexico

Average fuel prices in Mexico are 26.55 MXN (1.31 USD) per liter of gasoline and 26.67 MXN (1.31 USD) per liter of diesel.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mexico?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Mexico varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 9240 MXN (455 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 15261 MXN (752 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 52498 MXN (2587 USD) per square meter.