City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Edinburgh vs Mexico City — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Edinburgh
Moderate
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Edinburgh.
Mexico City
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 34.8 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Mexico City.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Edinburgh | Mexico City | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $976 | $1,122 | $146 |
| Groceries | $332 | $373 | $41 |
| Dining Out | $254 | $212 | +$42 |
| Transportation | $88 | $38 | +$50 |
| Utilities | $203 | $87 | +$116 |
| Other / Misc | $147 | $168 | $21 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Edinburgh
$2,000
per month
Mexico City equivalent
$1,727
per month
Only $1,727/mo in Mexico City matches $2,000/mo in Edinburgh — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Edinburgh on $2,000/month?
Living in Edinburgh on $2,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$976 to rent, $332 to groceries, $254 to dining.
Can I live in Mexico City on $2,000/month?
In Mexico City, $2,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $1,122 rent, $373 groceries, $212 dining.
Is Edinburgh or Mexico City cheaper?
Mexico City is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Edinburgh 40.3 vs Mexico City 34.8 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Edinburgh worth in Mexico City?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Edinburgh equals ~$1,727/mo in Mexico City using COL adjustment.