Is Cancun more expensive than Aguascalientes?

Cancun is 21.9% more expensive than Aguascalientes overall. Rent is 49.6% higher, groceries 20.8% more expensive, and restaurants 17.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Aguascalientes or Cancun?

Aguascalientes has a purchasing power index of 62.1 while Cancun has 42.5 (NYC = 100). Aguascalientes offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇲🇽 Aguascalientes vs 🇲🇽 Cancun

2026

Cancun is 21.9% more expensive

Category	🇲🇽 Aguascalientes	🇲🇽 Cancun	Difference
Cost of Living	40.6	49.5	+21.9%
Rent	11.3	16.9	+49.6%
Groceries	44.8	54.1	+20.8%
Restaurants	44.1	51.9	+17.7%
Purchasing Power	62.1	42.5	-31.6%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.