AI estimate Updated Mar 22, 2026 About guide entries
Essentials
- Population
- 202,000
- City
- Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico
- Internet Speed
- Average 60-150 Mbps (Fiber available via Telmex/Totalplay)
- Currency & Banking
- 1 USD ≈ 17.10 MXN. ATMs widely available; use BBVA or Santander for safety.
- Tap Water
- Not drinkable. Use bottled water (e.g., Mariana or Epura) or delivered 20L 'garrafones'.
- Power
- 127V, 60Hz, 🔌 Type A/B sockets (Same as USA/Canada)
- SIM Card
- Telcel (best coverage) or AT&T. Approx. $15 USD for 4GB data.
- Banking for Expats
- Intercam (easiest for foreigners), Monex, or Wise/Revolut for local withdrawals.
- Accommodation
- Airbnb for short stays, local Facebook groups (Cabo Rentals) for long-term direct leases.
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes in tourist areas; cash (Pesos) required for street food and local transport.
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Casai, and VRBO. Average studio: $1,200 - $1,800 USD/month.
- Budget Accommodation
- Mayan Monkey Hostel ($35/night for dorm, $110/night private).
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- The Marina or El Médano Beach for proximity to nightlife and water sports.
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Tezal (quieter, newer condos) or Pedregal (upscale, views, reliable infrastructure).
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Koral Desk (The Shoppes at Palmilla) - Day pass approx. $25 USD.
- Best Cafe for Work
- The Coffee Lab (Calle Miguel Hidalgo) or Cabo Coffee Company.
- Networking Events
- Cabo San Lucas Digital Nomads Facebook Group; meetups often held at Baja Brewing Co.
- Social Events for Expats
- Weekly 'Expat Tuesday' at various rotating restaurants in the Marina.
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Uber (available but restricted near some resorts) or DiDi.
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Cabo Bikes & Quads (approx. $30 USD/day for scooters).
- Best Beach Nearby
- Playa El Médano (swimmable) or Playa Santa Maria (snorkeling).
- Top Regional Airline
- Volaris or VivaAerobus (Fly into SJD).
- Top International Airline
- American Airlines, Delta, United.
- Highway Access
- Mexico 1 (Transpeninsular Highway) connecting Cabo to La Paz.
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- No trains. Terminal de Autobuses Águila for regional bus travel.
- Public Transport Passes
- Ruta del Desierto (Purple bus) - approx. $2 USD between Cabo and San Jose.
- Regional Travel
- La Paz (2 hours via Águila bus for $20 USD) or Todos Santos (1 hour).
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- AMC (American Medical Center) or H+ Hospital (Modern, English-speaking).
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Baja Soul Yoga (Pedregal) or Modu Yoga Studio.
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- WOD Cabo CrossFit or Cabo Fitness Club ($60 USD/month).
- Laundry Services
- Lavanderia El Arco (approx. $1 USD per kg for wash/dry/fold).
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- UberEats or Rappi.
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Fish Tacos (Ensenada style) at Tacos Guss or Gardenias.
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Chula Vegan Cafe or The Green Room.
- Best Dessert Spots
- Don Manuel's for churros or Metate for artisanal Mexican sweets.
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Chedraui Selecto or local Mercado Municipal.
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon.com.mx (Mercado Libre is also very popular).
- Grocery Delivery
- Pronto (local delivery) or Walmart Online.
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Marina District / Calle Lázaro Cárdenas (El Squid Roe, Mandala).
- Local Brewery
- Baja Brewing Co. (Rooftop at Corazon Resort).
- Wine Bars
- Mako Wine Bar or Los Riscos.
- Street Food Stalls
- Tacos El Paisa (Calle 20 de Noviembre) - Open late.
- Popular International Cuisine
- Nick-San (Japanese-Mexican fusion) or Salvatore's (Italian).
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- El Arco (The Arch) via water taxi ($15-20 USD).
- Museums & Art Venues
- Museum of Natural History (Plaza Amelia Wilkes).
- Historical Sites
- Old Lighthouse (El Faro Viejo) - built in 1905.
- Religious Sites
- Parroquia San Lucas Evangelista (Catholic church built in 1730).
- Annual Events
- Bisbee’s Black & Blue Tournament (October) or Whale Watching (Dec-April).
- Cultural Districts
- San Jose del Cabo Art District (20 min drive away).
- Theater Venues
- Pabellón Cultural de la República.
- Local Markets
- Cabo San Lucas Farmers Market (Fridays at El Huerto).
- Music Scene
- Cabo Wabo Cantina (Rock & Roll/Live Bands).
- Street Art
- Murals along Calle Miguel Hidalgo.
- Cooking Classes
- Cookin’ Cabo ($130 USD including market tour).
- Art Galleries
- Golden Cactus Gallery.
- Historic Buildings
- The Municipal Building at Plaza Amelia Wilkes.
- Local Heritage
- Pericue indigenous history, celebrated in regional museums.
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Cabo Pulmo Marine Park (2.5 hours away for world-class diving).
- National Parks Nearby
- Sierra de la Laguna Biosphere Reserve.
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- The Marina Boardwalk (flat walk) or Mt. Solmar hike.
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Cerro del Vigia or Sunset Monalisa restaurant terrace.
- Birdwatching Locations
- San Jose Estuary (Estero de San José).
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Playa Migriño (North of Cabo, less regulated).
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- DHL (Calle Morelos) or FedEx.
- Tech Repair Services
- Soporte Cabo (Computer/Phone repair).
- Table Tennis Spots
- The Rooftop at The Cape (limited availability).
- Language Classes
- Cabo Spanish School ($25-40/hour private).
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Biblioteca Pública Municipal in San Lucas.
- Community Centers
- Cabo San Lucas Cultural Center.
- Gaming Lounges
- None dedicated; major sports bars like Hooters or local hubs.
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- PlayWin Casino (The Marina).
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $4,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $168,000 USD)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $2,800 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $112,000 USD)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $3,900 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $234,000 USD)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $2,500 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $150,000 USD)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $3,500 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $280,000 USD)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $2,300 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $184,000 USD)
- Corporate Tax
- 30% (Federal ISR)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 10% for residents/non-residents.
- Tax System
- Residents taxed on worldwide income; non-residents on Mexican source income.
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 35%
- VAT
- 16% (Standard rate in Mexico)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, 'REFIPRE' rules apply to low-tax jurisdictions.
- Property Tax
- Very low (Predial), typically 0.1% of assessed value annually.
- Property Transaction Tax
- 2% to 5% acquisition tax (ISABI) plus closing costs.
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Mexico offers a 'Residente Temporal' visa; 0% tax if income is foreign-sourced and you are not a tax resident.
About these guide entries
- Method
- AI estimate
- Last updated
- Mar 22, 2026
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