Mérida
Mexico
Updated on August 13, 2025
Overview
Merida is the capital and most populous city of Yucatan state, Mexico. Known as 'The White City', it is a modern metropolis that preserves its colonial and Mayan heritage. The city combines advanced urban infrastructure with rich traditional culture, being recognized for its high quality of life and safety compared to other Mexican cities.
Average cost of living€1,126.22
Quality of Life74/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€240.00
1-bed flat (center)€483.16
1-bed flat (outside)€393.22
3-bed flat (center)€960.57
3-bed flat (outside)€704.03
Utilities
Basic utilities€55.00
Internet€20.00
Mobile plan€18.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€0.55
Monthly pass€0.00
Taxi start€2.20
Gasoline (1 l)€1.18
Leisure
Cinema ticket€3.80
Fitness club€38.00
Education
Preschool (month)€210.00
Intl. primary (year)€2,600.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€1,174.23
sqm outside center€989.63
Advantages
- ✓ High urban security with over 80% of citizens feeling safe
- ✓ Rich Mayan and colonial cultural heritage
- ✓ Excellent internationally recognized Yucatecan cuisine
- ✓ Direct air connections to major Mexican cities
- ✓ Well-preserved historic center with colonial architecture
- ✓ Proximity to cenotes and Mayan archaeological sites
- ✓ Tropical climate with stable temperatures year-round
Disadvantages
- × High temperatures and humidity during much of the year
- × Limited public transportation options
- × Accelerated urban growth causing congestion
- × Hurricane season from June to November
- × Language barriers for non-native Maya speakers
- × Limited road infrastructure in some peripheral areas