Is Juárez Expensive?

Mexico City, Mexico

+12% vs Mexico City avg

Living in Juárez, Mexico City

Juárez is a moderately-priced area within Mexico City, with a cost of living index of 36.4 — that is +12% compared to the Mexico City average. It sits around the middle of the pack at #8 out of 25 neighborhoods. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around MX$13,283/month, compared to a range of MX$7,709 in Iztapalapa to MX$16,011 in Polanco.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Juárez, housing takes up roughly 46% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 17%, while transportation costs around 9%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately MX$531,325 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Juárez

Salaries in Juárez reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 36.4:

After tax and deductions of 20.2% in Mexico, take-home pay for someone earning MX$531,325 would be roughly MX$423,998/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

36.4
COLI Index
1.12x
vs City Avg
MX$13,283
Est. 1BR Rent
#8
of 25 Areas
20.2%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Juárez

Estimated annual deductions on a MX$462,538 salary in Juárez, Mexico City (local employee).

Income Tax
17%
IMSS
2.8%
Total Deductions: 20.2%
Est. Take-Home: MX$369,003/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Juárez would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $27,300
London GBP £23,494
Dubai AED AED 136,603

Other Neighborhoods in Mexico City

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Polanco 43.9 1.35x +35%
Lomas de Chapultepec 42.2 1.30x +30%
Condesa 39.6 1.22x +22%
Pedregal 39.6 1.22x +22%
Roma Norte 38.4 1.18x +18%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Juárez:

Punta Gorda, Montevideo Avenidas Novas, Lisbon Graça, Lisbon Centro (5th Avenue), Playa del Carmen Bačvice, Split Surin, Phuket

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Juárez expensive in Mexico City?

Yes, Juárez is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Mexico City. It costs about +12% more than the city average, ranking #8 out of 25 neighborhoods.

How does Juárez compare to the Mexico City average?

The cost of living in Juárez is above the Mexico City average. With a multiplier of 1.12x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +12% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.