Is Luis Donaldo Colosio Expensive?

Playa del Carmen, Mexico

-25% vs Playa del Carmen avg

Living in Luis Donaldo Colosio, Playa del Carmen

Luis Donaldo Colosio is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Playa del Carmen, with a cost of living index of 23.1 — that is -25% compared to the Playa del Carmen average. Ranked #13 of 16, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around MX$6,354/month, compared to a range of MX$5,761 in Real Ibiza to MX$11,013 in Playacar.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Luis Donaldo Colosio, housing takes up roughly 23% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 19%, while transportation costs around 10%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately MX$254,142 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Luis Donaldo Colosio

Salaries in Luis Donaldo Colosio reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 23.1:

After tax and deductions of 17.3% in Mexico, take-home pay for someone earning MX$254,142 would be roughly MX$210,175/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

23.1
COLI Index
0.75x
vs City Avg
MX$6,354
Est. 1BR Rent
#13
of 16 Areas
17.3%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Luis Donaldo Colosio

Estimated annual deductions on a MX$293,534 salary in Luis Donaldo Colosio, Playa del Carmen (local employee).

Income Tax
15%
IMSS
2.8%
Total Deductions: 17.3%
Est. Take-Home: MX$242,690/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Luis Donaldo Colosio would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $17,325
London GBP £14,910
Dubai AED AED 86,691

Other Neighborhoods in Playa del Carmen

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Playacar 40.0 1.30x +30%
Mayakoba Area 38.5 1.25x +25%
Playa Mamitas 37.6 1.22x +22%
Centro (5th Avenue) 36.3 1.18x +18%
Riviera Maya Zona 35.4 1.15x +15%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Luis Donaldo Colosio:

Haabersti, Tallinn Maryland, Lagos Thu Duc, Ho Chi Minh City District 10, Ho Chi Minh City District III (Óbuda), Budapest Puente Alto, Santiago

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Luis Donaldo Colosio expensive in Playa del Carmen?

Luis Donaldo Colosio is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Playa del Carmen. It costs about -25% less than the city average, ranking #13 out of 16 neighborhoods.

How does Luis Donaldo Colosio compare to the Playa del Carmen average?

The cost of living in Luis Donaldo Colosio is well below the Playa del Carmen average. With a multiplier of 0.75x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -25% 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.