Is Monterrey more expensive than Aguascalientes?

Monterrey is 26.6% more expensive than Aguascalientes overall. Rent is 104.4% higher, groceries 29.5% more expensive, and restaurants 18.1% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Aguascalientes or Monterrey?

Aguascalientes has a purchasing power index of 62.1 while Monterrey has 52.7 (NYC = 100). Aguascalientes offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇲🇽 Aguascalientes vs 🇲🇽 Monterrey

2026

Monterrey is 26.6% more expensive

Category	🇲🇽 Aguascalientes	🇲🇽 Monterrey	Difference
Cost of Living	40.6	51.4	+26.6%
Rent	11.3	23.1	+104.4%
Groceries	44.8	58.0	+29.5%
Restaurants	44.1	52.1	+18.1%
Purchasing Power	62.1	52.7	-15.1%

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