City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Mexico City vs Edinburgh — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Mexico City
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 34.8 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Mexico City.
Edinburgh
Moderate
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Edinburgh.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Mexico City | Edinburgh | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $1,122 | $976 | +$146 |
| Groceries | $373 | $332 | +$41 |
| Dining Out | $212 | $254 | $42 |
| Transportation | $38 | $88 | $50 |
| Utilities | $87 | $203 | $116 |
| Other / Misc | $168 | $147 | +$21 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Mexico City
$2,000
per month
Edinburgh equivalent
$2,316
per month
You'd need $2,316/mo in Edinburgh to match $2,000/mo in Mexico City.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Mexico City on $2,000/month?
Living in Mexico City on $2,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Budget allocates ~$1,122 to rent, $373 to groceries, $212 to dining.
Can I live in Edinburgh on $2,000/month?
In Edinburgh, $2,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Allocations: $976 rent, $332 groceries, $254 dining.
Is Mexico City or Edinburgh cheaper?
Mexico City is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Mexico City 34.8 vs Edinburgh 40.3 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Mexico City worth in Edinburgh?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Mexico City equals ~$2,316/mo in Edinburgh using COL adjustment.