Is Mexico City more expensive than Aguascalientes?

Mexico City is 19.9% more expensive than Aguascalientes overall. Rent is 150.5% higher, groceries 23.1% more expensive, and restaurants 10.4% more expensive.

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

Aguascalientes has a purchasing power index of 67.5 while Mexico City has 54.2 (NYC = 100). Aguascalientes offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇲🇽 Aguascalientes vs 🇲🇽 Mexico City

2026

Mexico City is 19.9% more expensive

Category	🇲🇽 Aguascalientes	🇲🇽 Mexico City	Difference
Cost of Living	39.1	46.9	+19.9%
Rent	10.7	26.8	+150.5%
Groceries	41.6	51.2	+23.1%
Restaurants	44.2	48.8	+10.4%
Purchasing Power	67.5	54.2	-19.7%

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