Mexico City vs Azores

Cost of living comparison for expats considering Mexico City or Azores, Mexico.

Based on a typical expat lifestyle

Azores is 13% cheaper than Mexico City

Monthly savings

$243

Mexico

Mexico City

$1,823

$31,903

Portugal

Azores

$1,580

$27,650

Cheaper option

Category Breakdown

Category
Mexico City
Azores
Difference

Housing (Rent)

$949
$862
-9%

Utilities

$115
$133
+16%

Groceries

$193
$175
-9%

Dining Out

$60
$108
+80%

Transportation

$150
$0
-100%

Lifestyle & Entertainment

$204
$215
+5%

Healthcare

$100
$38
-62%

Phone & Subscriptions

$52
$48
-8%
Monthly Total
$1,823
$1,580
-13%

Based on a typical expat lifestyle: 1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment, basic health insurance.

City Insights

Mexico City

CDMX offers incredible value for a world-class metropolis. The range is enormous—you can spend like you're in NYC or live comfortably on $1,200-1,500/month. Neighborhood choice matters more here than anywhere else in Mexico.

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