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Cost of Living in Guadalajara
Guadalajara hits the sweet spot: big-city amenities, tech industry jobs, and 40-60% cheaper than equivalent U.S. cities. Real estate appreciated 74-101% since 2020 but remains excellent value.
Monthly Total
$1,468
$25,690
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$690
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$26
Based on a typical expat lifestyle: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 1/19/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$690
$12,075
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$105
$1,838
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$175
$3,063
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$60
$1,050
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$120
$2,100
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$193
$3,378
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$80
$1,400
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$45
$788
Monthly Total
$1,468
$25,690
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Living in Guadalajara
Guadalajara offers excellent value with lower costs than CDMX and beach destinations. Tech industry presence has improved infrastructure while keeping costs reasonable. Excellent for those wanting city amenities without megacity prices.
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Mexico's Silicon Valley meets traditional tequila country
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