Is Monterrey more expensive than Aguascalientes?

Monterrey is 26.3% more expensive than Aguascalientes overall. Rent is 108.7% higher, groceries 29.3% more expensive, and restaurants 17.8% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Aguascalientes or Monterrey?

Aguascalientes has a purchasing power index of 65.0 while Monterrey has 56.3 (NYC = 100). Aguascalientes offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇲🇽 Aguascalientes vs 🇲🇽 Monterrey

2026

Monterrey is 26.3% more expensive

Category	🇲🇽 Aguascalientes	🇲🇽 Monterrey	Difference
Cost of Living	41.8	52.8	+26.3%
Rent	11.5	24.0	+108.7%
Groceries	46.8	60.5	+29.3%
Restaurants	45.5	53.6	+17.8%
Purchasing Power	65.0	56.3	-13.4%

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