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Cost of Living in Puerto Vallarta
Monthly Total
$2,275
$39,813
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$936
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
$936
$16,380
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$151
$2,643
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$169
$2,958
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
$189
$3,308
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$78
$1,365
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$49
$858
Monthly Total
$2,275
$39,813
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