Cost of living in Mexico City (Mexico) is 55% cheaper than in Los Angeles, California (United States)

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TOTAL - 55%
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These prices were last updated on June 21, 2025. Exchange rate: 0.05238 USD / MXN
For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require $12,000 in Los Angeles, California you would need to make just about $5,342 (Mex$ 101,984) in Mexico City.

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