Is San Miguel de Allende more expensive than Puerto Vallarta?

San Miguel de Allende is 2.2% more expensive than Puerto Vallarta overall. Rent is 5.0% higher, groceries 11.7% more expensive, and restaurants 6.2% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Puerto Vallarta or San Miguel de Allende?

Puerto Vallarta has a purchasing power index of 47.9 while San Miguel de Allende has 31.1 (NYC = 100). Puerto Vallarta offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇲🇽 Puerto Vallarta vs 🇲🇽 San Miguel de Allende

2026

San Miguel de Allende is 2.2% more expensive

Category	🇲🇽 Puerto Vallarta	🇲🇽 San Miguel de Allende	Difference
Cost of Living	49.8	50.9	+2.2%
Rent	23.9	25.1	+5.0%
Groceries	53.7	60.0	+11.7%
Restaurants	56.4	52.9	-6.2%
Purchasing Power	47.9	31.1	-35.1%

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