Chile vs Mexico
Mexico is about 15% pricier than Chile overall, with a price level of 55.0 versus 46.9 (US = 100). The gap is widest in communication and narrowest in transport. On quality of life, Chile scores higher (92 vs 64 of 100).
Metric Chile Mexico
Price level (US=100) 46.9 55.0
GDP / capita (PPP) $36,181 $26,185
GNI / capita (PPP) $34,320 $25,460
Inflation (YoY) 4.3% 4.7%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Chile Mexico
Housing & utilities 95 82
Food 125 100
Transport 91 95
Restaurants & hotels 102 84
Health 69 83
Communication 115 69
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Chile Mexico
Quality-of-life score 92/100 64/100
Life expectancy 81 yrs 75 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 6.3 24.9
Internet users 96% 83%
Frequently asked
Is Chile more expensive than Mexico?
Mexico is more expensive: about 15% pricier than Chile overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Mexico?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Chile would cost roughly $117,500 in Mexico, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Chile or Mexico?
Chile scores higher, 92 vs 64 out of 100.
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