Mexico City, Mexico
+18% vs Mexico City avgRoma Norte is one of the pricier neighborhoods in Mexico City, with a cost of living index of 38.4 — that is +18% compared to the Mexico City average. It ranks #5 out of 25 areas by cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around MX$13,995/month, compared to a range of MX$7,709 in Iztapalapa to MX$16,011 in Polanco.
For a typical resident of Roma Norte, housing takes up roughly 48% 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$559,789 before tax.
Salaries in Roma Norte reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 38.4:
After tax and deductions of 20.5% in Mexico, take-home pay for someone earning MX$559,789 would be roughly MX$445,032/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.
Estimated annual deductions on a MX$487,952 salary in Roma Norte, Mexico City (local employee).
Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.
What a $75,000 USD salary in Roma Norte would need to be elsewhere:
| City | Currency | Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| New York | USD | $28,800 |
| London | GBP | £24,785 |
| Dubai | AED | AED 144,109 |
| 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% |
| Santa Fe | 37.4 | 1.15x | +15% |
See exactly what you need to earn in Roma Norte, Mexico City to maintain your lifestyle.
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Yes, Roma Norte is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Mexico City. It costs about +18% more than the city average, ranking #5 out of 25 neighborhoods.
The cost of living in Roma Norte is above the Mexico City average. With a multiplier of 1.18x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +18% compared to the city baseline.