Mexico vs Saudi Arabia
Mexico is about 9% pricier than Saudi Arabia overall, with a price level of 55.0 versus 49.9 (US = 100). The gap is widest in communication and narrowest in health. On quality of life, Saudi Arabia scores higher (94 vs 64 of 100).
Metric Mexico Saudi Arabia
Price level (US=100) 55.0 49.9
GDP / capita (PPP) $26,185 $71,375
GNI / capita (PPP) $25,460 $71,730
Inflation (YoY) 4.7% 1.7%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Mexico Saudi Arabia
Housing & utilities 82 47
Food 100 129
Transport 95 71
Restaurants & hotels 84 76
Health 83 91
Communication 69 189
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Mexico Saudi Arabia
Quality-of-life score 64/100 94/100
Life expectancy 75 yrs 79 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 24.9 0.9
Internet users 83% 100%
Frequently asked
Is Mexico more expensive than Saudi Arabia?
Mexico is more expensive: about 9% pricier than Saudi Arabia overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Saudi Arabia?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Mexico would cost roughly $90,500 in Saudi Arabia, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Mexico or Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia scores higher, 94 vs 64 out of 100.
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