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Cost of Living in Cancun
Monthly Total
$1,843
$32,253
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$501
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$45
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$501
$8,768
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$201
$3,518
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$150
$2,625
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$132
$2,310
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$570
$9,975
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$185
$3,238
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$67
$1,173
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$37
$648
Monthly Total
$1,843
$32,253
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