Canada vs Mexico
Canada is about 36% pricier than Mexico overall, with a price level of 85.4 versus 55.0 (US = 100). The gap is widest in communication and narrowest in transport. On quality of life, Canada scores higher (94 vs 64 of 100).
Metric Canada Mexico
Price level (US=100) 85.4 55.0
GDP / capita (PPP) $64,610 $26,185
GNI / capita (PPP) $63,630 $25,460
Inflation (YoY) 2.4% 4.7%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Canada Mexico
Housing & utilities 201 82
Food 146 100
Transport 128 95
Restaurants & hotels 151 84
Health 150 83
Communication 303 69
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Canada Mexico
Quality-of-life score 94/100 64/100
Life expectancy 82 yrs 75 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 2.0 24.9
Internet users 94% 83%
Frequently asked
Is Canada more expensive than Mexico?
Canada is more expensive: about 36% pricier than Mexico overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Mexico?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Canada would cost roughly $64,500 in Mexico, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Canada or Mexico?
Canada scores higher, 94 vs 64 out of 100.
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