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Cost of Living in Merida
Monthly Total
$1,903
$33,303
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$516
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$46
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
$516
$9,030
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$114
$1,995
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$132
$2,310
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$132
$2,310
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$750
$13,125
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$172
$3,010
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$50
$875
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$37
$648
Monthly Total
$1,903
$33,303
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