City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $5,000/month?
Mexico City vs London — 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)
$5,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Mexico City.
London
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 72.9 (NYC=100)
$5,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in London.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Mexico City | London | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $2,805 | $3,019 | $214 |
| Groceries | $931 | $571 | +$360 |
| Dining Out | $530 | $455 | +$75 |
| Transportation | $96 | $153 | $57 |
| Utilities | $217 | $349 | $132 |
| Other / Misc | $421 | $453 | $32 |
| Total | $5,000 | $5,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Mexico City
$5,000
per month
London equivalent
$10,474
per month
You'd need $10,474/mo in London to match $5,000/mo in Mexico City.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Mexico City on $5,000/month?
Living in Mexico City on $5,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Budget allocates ~$2,805 to rent, $931 to groceries, $530 to dining.
Can I live in London on $5,000/month?
In London, $5,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $3,019 rent, $571 groceries, $455 dining.
Is Mexico City or London cheaper?
Mexico City is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Mexico City 34.8 vs London 72.9 (NYC=100).
What is $5,000/mo in Mexico City worth in London?
$5,000/mo of purchasing power in Mexico City equals ~$10,474/mo in London using COL adjustment.