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Cost of Living in Guadalajara
Monthly Total
$1,500
$26,250
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$608
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$30
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
$608
$10,640
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$76
$1,330
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$139
$2,433
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$132
$2,310
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$270
$4,725
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$178
$3,115
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$57
$998
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$39
$683
Monthly Total
$1,500
$26,250
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