At a glance
 MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Nomad score | 6.3 / 10 | 7.0 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $2,484 / mo | $2,831 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 22° / 17°C | 33° / 24°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 42 Good | 22 Good |
| Community votes | 0 0 | 0 1 |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Average high | 25.9°C | 32.8°C |
| Average low | 15°C | 22.3°C |
| Precipitation | 82 mm / mo | 68 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 337 h / mo | 322 h / mo |
| Humidity | 55% | 73% |
| Rain days | 9.4 / mo | 10 / mo |
| Wind speed | 13 km/h | 17.4 km/h |
MX
Cuernavaca · average high by month
J 24
F 27
M 30
A 31
M 30
J 26
J 25
A 24
S 24
O 23
N 24
D 24
MX
Mérida · average high by month
J 29
F 30
M 34
A 36
M 37
J 35
J 35
A 34
S 33
O 32
N 30
D 29
Air quality
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| US AQI | 42 | 22 |
| PM2.5 | 8.8 µg/m³ | 3.3 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 8.9 µg/m³ | 3.6 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 16 µg/m³ | 27 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 0 | 0 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 4.0 | 4.3 |
| Local Payment Services | 6.8 | 7.3 |
| Startup Scene | 3.9 | 5.6 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | 5.4 | 8.1 |
| Green Spaces | 6.8 | 5.5 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 4.8 | 6.3 |
| Noise Pollution | 4.9 | 5.2 |
| Seasonal Variety | 3.8 | 2.6 |
| Weather | 8.1 | 5.5 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Network Coverage | 7.9 | 8.1 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 6.8 | 7.3 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 5.0 | 5.5 |
| VPN Reliability | 7.5 | 7.9 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 6.9 | 6.9 |
| Cost of Living | 6.9 | 7.1 |
| Currency Stability | 5.8 | 6.4 |
| Entertainment Cost | 6.9 | 7.2 |
| Food & Groceries | 7.6 | 7.7 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 6.4 | 6.8 |
| Transportation Cost | 7.2 | 7.5 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Culture | 7.8 | 8.4 |
| Indoors Fun | 5.9 | 6.1 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 8.3 | 7.9 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 7.8 | 8.2 |
| Nightlife | 5.8 | 6.3 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 8.5 | 7.6 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Nomad Events & Meetups | 3.5 | 6.8 |
| Nomad Friendly | 6.0 | 8.1 |
| Online Community Presence | 3.6 | 6.6 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Cafes with WiFi | 7.1 | 7.7 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 5.5 | 7.2 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 6.0 | 7.1 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 4.5 | 6.6 |
| Internet Speed | 7.4 | 8.2 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 8.0 | 8.7 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Fitness Facilities | 6.2 | 6.5 |
| Food Scene | 7.5 | 8.0 |
| Healthy Food Options | 6.9 | 7.1 |
| Yoga Studios | 6.8 | 6.3 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 7.3 | 7.6 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 8.2 | 8.3 |
| Healthcare Quality | 6.7 | 7.5 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 7.0 | 5.6 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 5.0 | 4.8 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Freedom of Speech | 6.3 | 6.2 |
| Political Stability | 5.5 | 7.1 |
| Tax Friendliness | 6.2 | 6.4 |
| Visa Ease | 7.9 | 7.5 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 6.5 | 7.0 |
| Cleanliness | 6.1 | 6.9 |
| Environmental Quality | 7.0 | 6.8 |
| Family Friendly | 6.8 | 7.7 |
| Language Barrier | 5.1 | 4.9 |
| Work-Life Balance | 7.6 | 7.9 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Female Friendly | 5.9 | 7.7 |
| Racial Tolerance | 6.6 | 7.4 |
| Safety | 5.3 | 8.0 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Airport Connectivity | 5.8 | 6.9 |
| Cycling | 3.5 | 5.2 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 6.9 | 6.9 |
| Public Transit | 4.7 | 4.8 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 7.0 | 7.9 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 2.9 | 4.9 |
| Walkability | 5.6 | 7.0 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Coworking Quality | 5.3 | 6.7 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 4.4 | 5.5 |
| Networking Opportunities | 4.6 | 6.0 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 3.8 | 5.1 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 8.4 | 8.3 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Jeans | $46 per pair | $62 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $29 per dress | $48 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $86 per pair | $117 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Dining Out | $86 per month | $101 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Cinema Ticket | $5.72 per ticket | $5.87 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Coffee | $2.29 per cup | $3.64 per cup |
| Beer | $2.29 per pint | $3.08 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $5.72 per meal | $10 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $34 per meal | $67 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $6.30 per meal | $11 per meal |
| Apples | $2.29 per kg | $3.47 per kg |
| Bread | $1.43 per loaf | $2.69 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $1.03 per bottle | $1.23 per bottle |
| Milk | $1.26 per liter | $1.68 per liter |
| Rice | $1.14 per kg | $1.96 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $5.72 per kg | $9.23 per kg |
| Beef | $10 per kg | $13 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $14 per bottle | $18 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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| Groceries | $200 per month | $213 per month |
Health Insurance
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Health Insurance | $29 per month | $25 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Doctor Visit (GP) | $23 per visit | $45 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $5.72 per purchase | $14 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Housing | $286 per month | $420 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $372 per month | $699 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $687 per month | $1,343 per month |
| Coworking Space | $143 per month | $179 per month |
| Coliving Space | $458 per month | $811 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Internet & Mobile | $34 per month | $36 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Leisure Activities | $29 per month | $45 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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| Haircut | $8.58 per visit | $20 per visit |
| Laundry | $4.58 per kg | $1.96 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Plan | $17 per month | $25 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $29 per month | $35 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $11 one-time | $11 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $34 per month | $53 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $17 per hour | $20 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Transportation | $57 per month | $39 per month |
| Taxi Start | $2.29 per trip | $2.52 per trip |
| Taxi per km | $0.69 per km | $1.01 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $34 per month | $31 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $4.01 per trip | $6.43 per trip |
| Gasoline | $1.26 per liter | $1.48 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $23 per month | $16 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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MX
Cuernavaca
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MX
Mérida
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|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $57 per month | $62 per month |