Is Tijuana more expensive than Queretaro?

Tijuana is 1.6% cheaper than Queretaro overall. Rent is 1.2% higher, groceries 10.9% cheaper, and restaurants 9.5% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Queretaro or Tijuana?

Queretaro has a purchasing power index of 54.2 while Tijuana has 57.9 (NYC = 100). Tijuana offers better purchasing power.

Queretaro vs Tijuana: Tijuana is 1.6% cheaper, rent 1% higher (2026)

Category	🇲🇽 Queretaro	🇲🇽 Tijuana	Difference
Cost of Living	32.1	31.6	-1.6%
Rent	17.3	17.5	+1.2%
Groceries	51.5	45.9	-10.9%
Restaurants	52.9	47.9	-9.5%
Purchasing Power	54.2	57.9	+6.8%

Data from March – October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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