Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in Mexico is 1.06 times less expensive as compared to North Korea.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between Mexico and North Korea. We have created 172 cost-of-living indicators. We average the prices of all those indicators and take a mathematically calculated approach to determine which country is more expensive to live in between Mexico and North Korea.
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![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Mexico ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() |
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1 BHK Apartment in City Center ![]() | 15,000 MXN (840 USD) | 529,339 KPW (582.27 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center ![]() | 25,000 MXN (1,400 USD) | 993,638 KPW (1,093 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center ![]() | 35,000 MXN (1,960 USD) | 1,657,730 KPW (1,823.50 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center ![]() | 8,000 MXN (448 USD) | 331,467 KPW (364.61 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center ![]() | 12,000 MXN (672 USD) | 662,934 KPW (729.23 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center ![]() | 16,000 MXN (896 USD) | 993,638 KPW (1,093 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month ![]() | 2.5 % | 4.2 % |
Realtor Commission ![]() | 5 % | 1.3 % |
Property Taxes ![]() | 0.1 to 1.2 % | Yet to Update |
The average housing cost in Mexico is 1.15 times more expensive than North Korea.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Mexico ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() |
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Basic Home Furnishing ![]() | 20,000 MXN (1,120 USD) | 1,325,319 KPW (1,457.85 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month ![]() | 800 MXN (44.80 USD) | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month ![]() | 500 MXN (28 USD) | 46,340 KPW (50.97 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month ![]() | 400 MXN (22.40 USD) | 26,482 KPW (29.13 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month ![]() | 400 MXN (22.40 USD) | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) |
If you lived in Mexico, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 22.11% less for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in Mexico costs 1.30 times less compared to North Korea.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Mexico ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() |
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Standard Wifi Cost Per Month ![]() | 600 MXN (33.60 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month ![]() | 300 MXN (16.80 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month ![]() | 200 MXN (11.20 USD) | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month ![]() | 500 MXN (28 USD) | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 36.64% more in Mexico compared to North Korea.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Mexico ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() |
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Long Grain Rice (1 KG) ![]() | 30 MXN (1.68 USD) | 2,651 KPW (2.92 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter) ![]() | 20 MXN (1.12 USD) | 1,324 KPW (1.46 USD) |
Water (1 Liter) ![]() | 10 MXN (0.56 USD) | 662 KPW (0.73 USD) |
Bread (500 gm) ![]() | 25 MXN (1.40 USD) | 1,656 KPW (1.82 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen) ![]() | 35 MXN (1.96 USD) | 1,989 KPW (2.19 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG) ![]() | 100 MXN (5.60 USD) | 5,304 KPW (5.83 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG) ![]() | 80 MXN (4.48 USD) | 6,621 KPW (7.28 USD) |
In Mexico, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 1.30 times less expensive than the cost in North Korea.
If you lived in Mexico, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 24.42% less for Groceries.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Mexico ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() |
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Apples (1 KG) ![]() | 35 MXN (1.96 USD) | 3,307 KPW (3.64 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG) ![]() | 20 MXN (1.12 USD) | 1,989 KPW (2.19 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG) ![]() | 25 MXN (1.40 USD) | 2,651 KPW (2.92 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG) ![]() | 30 MXN (1.68 USD) | 2,322 KPW (2.55 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG) ![]() | 20 MXN (1.12 USD) | 1,656 KPW (1.82 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG) ![]() | 35 MXN (1.96 USD) | 3,307 KPW (3.64 USD) |
Onions (1 KG) ![]() | 20 MXN (1.12 USD) | 1,989 KPW (2.19 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG) ![]() | 40 MXN (2.24 USD) | 3,975 KPW (4.37 USD) |
If you lived in Mexico, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 1.85 times less for Fruits and Vegetables.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Mexico ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() |
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Meal at a Resonable Restaurant ![]() | 150 MXN (8.40 USD) | 7,944 KPW (8.74 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two ![]() | 600 MXN (33.60 USD) | 33,151 KPW (36.47 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal ![]() | 80 MXN (4.48 USD) | 5,307 KPW (5.84 USD) |
Normal Coffee ![]() | 30 MXN (1.68 USD) | 2,651 KPW (2.92 USD) |
Soft Drink ![]() | 15 MXN (0.84 USD) | 1,657 KPW (1.82 USD) |
Pizza for One ![]() | 150 MXN (8.40 USD) | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal ![]() | 150 MXN (8.40 USD) | 7,944 KPW (8.74 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20 ![]() | 60 MXN (3.36 USD) | 3,307 KPW (3.64 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 16.39% less in Mexico compared to North Korea.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Mexico ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() |
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Wine Mid-Range Bottle ![]() | 200 MXN (11.20 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
Glass of Wine ![]() | 80 MXN (4.48 USD) | 6,621 KPW (7.28 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter ![]() | 20 MXN (1.12 USD) | 1,989 KPW (2.19 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter ![]() | 35 MXN (1.96 USD) | 2,651 KPW (2.92 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter ![]() | 200 MXN (11.20 USD) | 9,926 KPW (10.92 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter ![]() | 400 MXN (22.40 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
If you lived in Mexico, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 1.28 times less for usual hard drinks.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Mexico ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() |
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Monthly Public Transportation Pass ![]() | 800 MXN (44.80 USD) | 39,869 KPW (43.86 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket ![]() | 10 MXN (0.56 USD) | 796 KPW (0.88 USD) |
Single Train Ticket ![]() | Yet to Update () | 46,328 KPW (50.96 USD) |
Domestic Airplane Ticket ![]() | 2,000 MXN (112 USD) | 132,532 KPW (145.79 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare ![]() | 30 MXN (1.68 USD) | 1,988 KPW (2.19 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer ![]() | 8 MXN (0.45 USD) | 662 KPW (0.73 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day ![]() | 600 MXN (33.60 USD) | 46,328 KPW (50.96 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour ![]() | 20 MXN (1.12 USD) | 1,988 KPW (2.19 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour ![]() | 10 MXN (0.56 USD) | 994 KPW (1.09 USD) |
If you lived in Mexico, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 1.53 times less for transportation.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Mexico ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() |
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Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost ![]() | 250,000 MXN (14,000 USD) | 19,858,740 KPW (21,844.61 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost ![]() | 2,000 MXN (112 USD) | 132,532 KPW (145.79 USD) |
Driving License Fees ![]() | 1,000 MXN (56 USD) | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost ![]() | 4,000 MXN (224 USD) | 330,531 KPW (363.58 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost ![]() | 2,000 MXN (112 USD) | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates ![]() | 10 % | 4.2 % |
Fuel Per Liter ![]() | 25 MXN (1.40 USD) | 993 KPW (1.09 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon ![]() | 100 MXN (5.60 USD) | 3,969 KPW (4.37 USD) |
Average Toll Fees ![]() | Yet to Update | 3,308 KPW 3.64 USD |
You would have to pay 1.55 times less for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in Mexico compared to that of North Korea.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Mexico ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() |
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Doctor Visit ![]() | 500 MXN (28 USD) | 46,328 KPW (50.96 USD) |
Specialist Visit ![]() | 1,000 MXN (56 USD) | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) |
Dentist Visit ![]() | 800 MXN (44.80 USD) | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) |
Eye Exam ![]() | 400 MXN (22.40 USD) | 39,869 KPW (43.86 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling ![]() | 1,500 MXN (84 USD) | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening ![]() | 600 MXN (33.60 USD) | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) |
Physical Therapy ![]() | 1,000 MXN (56 USD) | 46,328 KPW (50.96 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit ![]() | 3,000 MXN (168 USD) | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night ![]() | 4,000 MXN (224 USD) | 132,532 KPW (145.79 USD) |
Vaccinations ![]() | 500 MXN (28 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
Prescription Medication ![]() | 200 MXN (11.20 USD) | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication ![]() | 100 MXN (5.60 USD) | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums ![]() | 2,000 MXN (112 USD) | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles ![]() | 800 MXN (44.80 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
If you lived in Mexico, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 1.05 times more for Health and Medical Treatment.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Mexico ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() |
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Cosmetic Procedures ![]() | 4,000 MXN (224 USD) | 331,391 KPW (364.53 USD) |
Spa Treatment ![]() | 1,500 MXN (84 USD) | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost ![]() | 500 MXN (28 USD) | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost ![]() | 800 MXN (44.80 USD) | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost ![]() | 400 MXN (22.40 USD) | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) |
Haircuts ![]() | 150 MXN (8.40 USD) | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) |
Hair Coloring ![]() | 500 MXN (28 USD) | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) |
Shampoo Price ![]() | 60 MXN (3.36 USD) | 2,651 KPW (2.92 USD) |
Toothpaste Price ![]() | 25 MXN (1.40 USD) | 1,324 KPW (1.46 USD) |
If you lived in Mexico, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 1.73 times less for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Mexico ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() |
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Pair of Nike Running Shoes ![]() | 3,000 MXN (168 USD) | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) |
Men's Shirt ![]() | 800 MXN (44.80 USD) | 26,482 KPW (29.13 USD) |
Women's Dress ![]() | 1,500 MXN (84 USD) | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) |
Summer Dress ![]() | 1,200 MXN (67.20 USD) | 26,482 KPW (29.13 USD) |
Men's Suit ![]() | 6,000 MXN (336 USD) | 331,391 KPW (364.53 USD) |
Men's Jeans ![]() | 1,500 MXN (84 USD) | 39,869 KPW (43.86 USD) |
Women's Jeans ![]() | 1,500 MXN (84 USD) | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes ![]() | 3,000 MXN (168 USD) | 79,422 KPW (87.36 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes ![]() | 3,000 MXN (168 USD) | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes ![]() | 2,000 MXN (112 USD) | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes ![]() | 2,000 MXN (112 USD) | 39,869 KPW (43.86 USD) |
Underwear For Men ![]() | 200 MXN (11.20 USD) | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) |
Underwear For Women ![]() | 250 MXN (14 USD) | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) |
Socks For Men ![]() | 100 MXN (5.60 USD) | 3,309 KPW (3.64 USD) |
Socks For Women ![]() | 100 MXN (5.60 USD) | 3,309 KPW (3.64 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults ![]() | 3,000 MXN (168 USD) | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) |
Sportswear ![]() | 1,500 MXN (84 USD) | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) |
If you lived in Mexico, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 1.67 times more for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Mexico ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() |
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Children's Jeans ![]() | 1,000 MXN (56 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers ![]() | 1,200 MXN (67.20 USD) | 26,482 KPW (29.13 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat ![]() | 1,500 MXN (84 USD) | 39,869 KPW (43.86 USD) |
Daycare for Infant ![]() | 4,000 MXN (224 USD) | 198,792 KPW (218.67 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler ![]() | 3,500 MXN (196 USD) | 165,659 KPW (182.22 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days ![]() | 800 MXN (44.80 USD) | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs ![]() | 3,000 MXN (168 USD) | 331,391 KPW (364.53 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities ![]() | 2,000 MXN (112 USD) | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids ![]() | 5,000 MXN (280 USD) | 132,532 KPW (145.79 USD) |
If you lived in Mexico, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 1.10 times more for Childcare and kids clothing.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Mexico ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() |
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PreSchool Fees ![]() | 5,000 MXN (280 USD) | 132,532 KPW (145.79 USD) |
Primary School Fees ![]() | 8,000 MXN (448 USD) | 331,391 KPW (364.53 USD) |
Secondary School Fees ![]() | 12,000 MXN (672 USD) | 463,147 KPW (509.46 USD) |
Private School Fees ![]() | 20,000 MXN (1,120 USD) | 662,934 KPW (729.23 USD) |
University Tuition Fees ![]() | 60,000 MXN (3,360 USD) | 1,325,319 KPW (1,457.85 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees ![]() | 120,000 MXN (6,720 USD) | 2,650,637 KPW (2,915.70 USD) |
After School Activities ![]() | 2,000 MXN (112 USD) | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) |
Special Education Services ![]() | 2,500 MXN (140 USD) | 198,792 KPW (218.67 USD) |
Tutoring ![]() | 1,000 MXN (56 USD) | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) |
Textbooks Cost ![]() | 600 MXN (33.60 USD) | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) |
School Supplies ![]() | 300 MXN (16.80 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
If you lived in Mexico, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 1.98 times more for school and education.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Mexico ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() |
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Movie Ticket (Single) ![]() | 100 MXN (5.60 USD) | 7,944 KPW (8.74 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single) ![]() | 300 MXN (16.80 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single) ![]() | 500 MXN (28 USD) | 46,328 KPW (50.96 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single) ![]() | 500 MXN (28 USD) | 33,114 KPW (36.43 USD) |
Gym Membership ![]() | 600 MXN (33.60 USD) | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access ![]() | 300 MXN (16.80 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket ![]() | 100 MXN (5.60 USD) | 3,309 KPW (3.64 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket ![]() | 150 MXN (8.40 USD) | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket ![]() | 300 MXN (16.80 USD) | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) |
Bowling ![]() | 150 MXN (8.40 USD) | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) |
Mini Golf ![]() | 100 MXN (5.60 USD) | 9,869 KPW (10.86 USD) |
Video Games ![]() | 1,000 MXN (56 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
Streaming Services ![]() | 150 MXN (8.40 USD) | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental ![]() | 300 MXN (16.80 USD) | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass ![]() | 6,000 MXN (336 USD) | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) |
If you lived in Mexico, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 1.50 times more for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Mexico ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() |
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Language Classes ![]() | 1,500 MXN (84 USD) | 132,532 KPW (145.79 USD) |
Parenting Classes ![]() | 1,000 MXN (56 USD) | 99,396 KPW (109.34 USD) |
Art Classes ![]() | 600 MXN (33.60 USD) | 16,561 KPW (18.22 USD) |
Fitness Classes ![]() | 300 MXN (16.80 USD) | 13,237 KPW (14.56 USD) |
Music Lessons ![]() | 500 MXN (28 USD) | 26,482 KPW (29.13 USD) |
Dance Lessons ![]() | 500 MXN (28 USD) | 19,878 KPW (21.87 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes ![]() | 200 MXN (11.20 USD) | 6,618 KPW (7.28 USD) |
Educational Software ![]() | 1,000 MXN (56 USD) | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) |
If you lived in Mexico, instead of North Korea, you would have to pay 1.34 times less for Private Classes.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Mexico ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() |
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Average Gross Monthly Salary ![]() | 20,000 MXN (1,120 USD) | 1,989,807 KPW (2,188.79 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary ![]() | 15,000 MXN (840 USD) | 1,593,462 KPW (1,752.81 USD) |
Minimum Wages ![]() | 200 MXN per hour (11.20 USD) | 55,192.63 KPW per hour (60.71 USD) |
Average Bonus ![]() | 10,000 MXN (560 USD) | 331,391 KPW (364.53 USD) |
Income Tax Rate ![]() | 0 to 16 % | 0 % |
Social Security Contributions ![]() | 10 % | 5 % |
Pension Contributions ![]() | 5 % | 5 % |
Cost of Living Index ![]() | 45 | 65 |
Median Household Income ![]() | 60,000 MXN (3,360 USD) | 1,655,779 KPW (1,821.36 USD) |
If you lived in Mexico, you would earn 1.05 times less salary as compared to North Korea.
![]() Indicators ![]() | ![]() Mexico ![]() | ![]() North Korea ![]() |
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Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate ![]() | 1,000 MXN (56 USD) | 66,832 KPW (73.52 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate ![]() | 800 MXN (44.80 USD) | 52,953 KPW (58.25 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate ![]() | 700 MXN (39.20 USD) | 46,328 KPW (50.96 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate ![]() | 600 MXN (33.60 USD) | 39,869 KPW (43.86 USD) |
Professional Services cost 1.31 times less in Mexico, as compared to North Korea.
We hope you enjoyed the detailed guide on the cost of living comparsion between Mexico and North Korea.
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