Is Monterrey more expensive than Aguascalientes?

Monterrey is 24.8% more expensive than Aguascalientes overall. Rent is 114.0% higher, groceries 26.7% more expensive, and restaurants 16.7% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Aguascalientes or Monterrey?

Aguascalientes has a purchasing power index of 67.5 while Monterrey has 57.2 (NYC = 100). Aguascalientes offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇲🇽 Aguascalientes vs 🇲🇽 Monterrey

2026

Monterrey is 24.8% more expensive

Category	🇲🇽 Aguascalientes	🇲🇽 Monterrey	Difference
Cost of Living	39.1	48.8	+24.8%
Rent	10.7	22.9	+114.0%
Groceries	41.6	52.7	+26.7%
Restaurants	44.2	51.6	+16.7%
Purchasing Power	67.5	57.2	-15.3%

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