LifeCost Blog
Puebla

Puebla

Mexico

Updated on August 27, 2025

Overview

Mexican colonial city known for its baroque architecture, traditional cuisine and rich cultural history. Capital of Puebla state, combining tradition and modernity.

Average cost of living€24,300.00
Quality of Life82/100

Accommodation

Rent room (flat-share)€3,500.00
1-bed flat (center)€8,500.00
1-bed flat (outside)€6,000.00
3-bed flat (center)€18,000.00
3-bed flat (outside)€13,000.00

Utilities

Basic utilities€1,800.00
Internet€650.00
Mobile plan€400.00

Transportation

One-way ticket€12.00
Monthly pass€450.00
Taxi start€15.00
Gasoline (1 l)€24.00

Leisure

Cinema ticket€80.00
Fitness club€800.00

Education

Preschool (month)€3,500.00
Intl. primary (year)€45,000.00

Buying House

sqm in city center€25,000.00
sqm outside center€18,000.00

Advantages

  • Exceptional colonial architecture declared World Heritage Site
  • World-renowned cuisine, birthplace of mole poblano
  • More affordable cost of living than Mexico City
  • Strategic location near the capital
  • Rich cultural and educational offerings

Disadvantages

  • × Air pollution problems
  • × Congested traffic during peak hours
  • × Limited job opportunities in some sectors
  • × Economic dependence on traditional sectors
  • × Public transportation infrastructure needs improvement