San Luis Potosí vs Atenas

Cost of living comparison for expats considering San Luis Potosí or Atenas, Mexico.

Based on a typical expat lifestyle

San Luis Potosí is 29% cheaper than Atenas

Monthly savings

$458

Mexico

San Luis Potosí

$1,095

$19,163

Cheaper option

Costa Rica

Atenas

$1,553

$27,178

Category Breakdown

Category
San Luis Potosí
Atenas
Difference

Housing (Rent)

$460
$633
+38%

Utilities

$93
$121
+30%

Groceries

$126
$210
+67%

Dining Out

$48
$96
+100%

Transportation

$90
$150
+67%

Lifestyle & Entertainment

$180
$193
+7%

Healthcare

$60
$100
+67%

Phone & Subscriptions

$38
$50
+32%
Monthly Total
$1,095
$1,553
42%

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

San Luis Potosí

San Luis Potosí hasn't developed the 'expat premium' seen in San Miguel de Allende—searching in Spanish yields the best deals. The industrial economy keeps wages and prices stable.

Atenas

Small-town living with easy access to San José for shopping and healthcare. Farmers markets offer excellent local produce prices. Limited dining options but lower cost of living overall.

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