Mexico vs South Africa
Mexico is about 25% pricier than South Africa overall, with a price level of 55.0 versus 41.2 (US = 100). The gap is widest in restaurants & hotels and narrowest in transport. On quality of life, Mexico scores higher (64 vs 53 of 100).
Metric Mexico South Africa
Price level (US=100) 55.0 41.2
GDP / capita (PPP) $26,185 $15,456
GNI / capita (PPP) $25,460 $15,150
Inflation (YoY) 4.7% 4.4%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Mexico South Africa
Housing & utilities 82 76
Food 100 88
Transport 95 99
Restaurants & hotels 84 60
Health 83 76
Communication 69 76
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Mexico South Africa
Quality-of-life score 64/100 53/100
Life expectancy 75 yrs 66 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 24.9 43.7
Internet users 83% 78%
Frequently asked
Is Mexico more expensive than South Africa?
Mexico is more expensive: about 25% pricier than South Africa overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in South Africa?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Mexico would cost roughly $75,000 in South Africa, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Mexico or South Africa?
Mexico scores higher, 64 vs 53 out of 100.
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