Is Mexico City more expensive than Aguascalientes?

Mexico City is 22.7% more expensive than Aguascalientes overall. Rent is 133.0% higher, groceries 32.1% more expensive, and restaurants 10.3% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Aguascalientes or Mexico City?

Aguascalientes has a purchasing power index of 65.0 while Mexico City has 51.0 (NYC = 100). Aguascalientes offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇲🇽 Aguascalientes vs 🇲🇽 Mexico City

2026

Mexico City is 22.7% more expensive

Category	🇲🇽 Aguascalientes	🇲🇽 Mexico City	Difference
Cost of Living	41.8	51.3	+22.7%
Rent	11.5	26.8	+133.0%
Groceries	46.8	61.8	+32.1%
Restaurants	45.5	50.2	+10.3%
Purchasing Power	65.0	51.0	-21.5%

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