Cost of Living in Cancún


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£1,185

Average cost per month

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Distribution of Expenses

Property
51%
Groceries
20%
Eating Out
11%
Transportation
2%
Utilities
13%
Leisure
3%
Property
51%
Groceries
20%
Eating Out
11%
Transportation
2%
Utilities
13%
Leisure
3%

Cost of living breakdown for Cancún

You can expect to spend around £1,185 per month for 1 person as of 2026, on common living costs such as housing, food, and transport.

Housing

£540Average rent per month
£1,632Price per m² (city centre)
£1,704Price per m² (outside centre)
Housing

Standard of Living

Cost of living index35
Quality of life index63
Safety index52
Standard of Living

Food & Drink

Cancún average costs for food and drink.

£214Weekly groceries/person
£115Dining out average cost/person
£3Regular coffee
Food & Drink

Salary & Services

Cancún average salaries and services.

£587Average Monthly Net Salary
£22Transport
Healthcare74
Salary & Services

Average living costs in Mexico

ItemAverage pricePrice range
1 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£540.41£382.36 - £1,019.63
1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£359.93£254.90 - £764.72
3 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£1,104.60£977.15 - £1,359.51
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£861.02£679.75 - £1,062.12

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of living in Cancún depends on your lifestyle. On average, a single person needs £644 per month without rent, while a family of four requires £2,212. Renting a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs an additional £540 on average.

Public transport prices vary, but generally, a one-way ticket for local transport in Cancún costs £0.51. If you are commuting regularly, a monthly pass is typically priced at £22.

The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Cancún is currently £587.

Dining costs depend on your choices. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Cancún costs approximately £8, while a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs around £42.

The estimated monthly cost of living in Cancún for a single person is £644, excluding rent.

For a family of four living in Cancún, the estimated monthly costs are £2,212, not including rent.

Rent prices in Cancún depend on the area. The average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre is £540, compared to £360 outside the centre. For a 3-bedroom apartment, the average is £1,105 in the centre and £861 in suburban areas.

Basic utilities in Cancún (including electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage for an 85m² apartment) cost an average of £137 per month. Internet access typically adds another £38.