Puebla
Mexico, North America
1.7M people
America/Mexico_City
Spanish
History
Culture
Puebla
Puebla City, officially Heroica Puebla de Zaragoza, is the capital of the state of Puebla in central Mexico. Known for its rich history, colonial architecture, and vibrant culture.
Food
Colonial Architecture
Safety
70
Security
Safe
Cost
60
Living costs
Moderate
Healthcare
75
Medical
Good
25°
L: 10°
Best time to visitOctober
Annual rainfall
900mmCost of Living
60
Overall Cost
Moderate
45
Rent Index
Affordable
50
Groceries
Moderate
55
Restaurants
Moderate
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$300
City center
3 Bedroom
$700
City center
Cost vs Global Average10% higher
Quality of LifeSmall expat community
72
Overall Quality Score
Very Good quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
72
Very Good
Good72
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
75
Excellent
Good75
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
40
Fair
Poor40
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
60
Good
Average60
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 80/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 90/100
Entertainment
75/100 entertainment options
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Work & Economy
AVERAGE
$1K
Annual Salary
SPEED
50
Mbps Internet
SPACES
15
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
60
out of 100
Average60
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
50
out of 100
Average50
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
70
out of 100
Good70
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
75
Good
Good75
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
40
Low Cost
Average40
System Overview
System Type
Public and Private
Emergency Number
911
Hospital Density
20
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
75
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent88
Developing health systems
Safety & Security
Overall SafetySafe
Score: 70/100
Crime Rate IndexLow
Index: 30/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability85/100
Emergency
911
Disaster Risk
Moderate
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
75
Health Index
LIFESPAN
75
Years
HOSPITALS
20
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
45
Fair
Poor45
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
60
Good
Average60
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
40
Fair
Poor40
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
55
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$20
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.20
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$1.50
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
60
Good
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
70
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
40
Fair
Nearby Airports
Hermanos Serdán International Airport (PBC)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
60
Good
Average60
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
70
Good
Good70
Traffic Congestion
High
60 Index
Average60
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$20
per month
Fuel
$1.2
per liter
Taxi
$1.5
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
10
Schools
MONTHLY
$200
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
70
Good
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
75
Good
Major Universities
Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla (BUAP)
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
90
Excellent90
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
80
Excellent80
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
90
Excellent90
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
75
Good75
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
65
Good65
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Low
40
Poor40
Language Barrier
Moderate
30
Bad30
Expat Community
Community Size
Small
Integration Score
60
Average60
Digital Nomad Guide
50 Mbps
Internet Speed
15
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure65/100
Visa Process60/100
Banking & Finance70/100
Avg Salary
$600
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$30/month
Visa Info
Tourist visa required for most nationalities.
Business Freedom70/100
Expat Life & Integration
Small Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease60/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 30/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency40/100
Cultural Diversity80/100
Official Languages
Spanish
Tipping Culture
10-15%
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented, with many cultural events.
Practical Information
Time Zone
America/Mexico_City
Languages
Spanish
Emergency
911
Healthcare System
Public and Private
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
10-15%
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented, with many cultural events.
Best Time to Visit
October
November
December
March
April
May
Natural Disaster Risk
Moderate
Visa Requirements
Tourist visa required for most nationalities.
Key Statistics
1.7M
Population
60
Cost Index
50 Mbps
Internet
$0.3K
1BR Rent
60
Transport
$1K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
—
🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla (BUAP)
Nearby location
Airports
Hermanos Serdán International Airport (PBC)
Nearby location
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