Cost of Living in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Last updated on Mar 20, 2023

Summary: The cost of living in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico is generally considered to be quite affordable. A nice 1 bedroom apartment in the city can cost anywhere from $500 to $1,000 per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost from $800 to $1,500 per month. The cost of dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Cabo San Lucas can range from $10 to $20 per person.

Is the cost of living in Cabo San Lucas high?

We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Cabo San Lucas, they wrote:

"Cabo San Lucas is well known for being an affordable destination and its cost of living is no exception. The cost of basic goods, such as groceries, are lower than other cities in Mexico, and dining out at local restaurants is also quite inexpensive. Renting or buying an apartment or house can be expensive, however, and utility costs in Mexico tend to be higher than in many other countries. On the whole, however, living in Cabo San Lucas can be quite affordable," said one person in Cabo San Lucas.

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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.

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