Mexico City, Mexico

In 2024, a single person living in Mexico City needs approximately MXN 24,680/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around MXN 47,380/month. Mexico City is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Mexico City costs approximately MXN 12,500/month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around MXN 24,000/month. Rent has changed +6.4% vs 2023.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Mexico City are approximately MXN 5,500 in 2024. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Mexico City costs MXN 620 in 2024, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Mexico City average MXN 3,500 in 2024, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Mexico City is located in Mexico (Americas). With a 1-bed rent of MXN 12,500/month and total single-person expenses around MXN 24,680/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Mexico City costs approximately MXN 320 in 2024. Budget around MXN 2,560/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Mexico City from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 26.1% over this period (from MXN 11,000 in 2022 to MXN 13,872 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Mexico City in 2024, a single person needs approximately MXN 24,680/month. This covers rent (MXN 12,500), groceries (MXN 5,500), transport (MXN 620), utilities (MXN 3,500) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around MXN 47,380/month.