Cost of Living in Puebla


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£1,003

Average cost per month

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Distribution of Expenses

Property
52%
Groceries
21%
Eating Out
12%
Transportation
2%
Utilities
8%
Leisure
5%
Property
52%
Groceries
21%
Eating Out
12%
Transportation
2%
Utilities
8%
Leisure
5%

Cost of living breakdown for Puebla

You can expect to spend around £1,003 per month for 1 person as of 2026, on common living costs such as housing, food, and transport.

Housing

£461Average rent per month
£1,268Price per m² (city centre)
£709Price per m² (outside centre)
Housing

Standard of Living

Cost of living index31
Quality of life index59
Safety index48
Standard of Living

Food & Drink

Puebla average costs for food and drink.

£188Weekly groceries/person
£108Dining out average cost/person
£3Regular coffee
Food & Drink

Salary & Services

Puebla average salaries and services.

£518Average Monthly Net Salary
£19Transport
Healthcare70
Salary & Services

Average living costs in Mexico

ItemAverage pricePrice range
1 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£460.96£212.43 - £671.26
1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£226.87£127.46 - £552.30
3 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£630.19£339.88 - £849.69
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£519.16£339.88 - £1,062.12

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of living in Puebla depends on your lifestyle. On average, a single person needs £542 per month without rent, while a family of four requires £1,971. Renting a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs an additional £461 on average.

Public transport prices vary, but generally, a one-way ticket for local transport in Puebla costs £0.43. If you are commuting regularly, a monthly pass is typically priced at £19.

The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Puebla is currently £518.

Dining costs depend on your choices. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Puebla costs approximately £7, while a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs around £42.

The estimated monthly cost of living in Puebla for a single person is £542, excluding rent.

For a family of four living in Puebla, the estimated monthly costs are £1,971, not including rent.

Rent prices in Puebla depend on the area. The average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre is £461, compared to £227 outside the centre. For a 3-bedroom apartment, the average is £630 in the centre and £519 in suburban areas.

Basic utilities in Puebla (including electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage for an 85m² apartment) cost an average of £54 per month. Internet access typically adds another £19.