Merida
Mexico, North America
0.9M people
America/Merida
Spanish
Culture
History
Merida
Merida is the capital and largest city of the Yucatán state in southeastern Mexico. Known for its colonial architecture, Mayan culture, and vibrant culinary scene.
Food
Nature
Safety
75
Security
Safe
Cost
60
Living costs
Moderate
Healthcare
70
Medical
Good
30°
L: 22°
Best time to visitNovember
Annual rainfall
1000mmCost of Living
60
Overall Cost
Moderate
45
Rent Index
Affordable
50
Groceries
Moderate
55
Restaurants
Moderate
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$400
City center
3 Bedroom
$1,000
City center
Cost vs Global Average10% higher
Quality of LifeMedium expat community
78
Overall Quality Score
Excellent quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
78
Excellent
Good78
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
85
Outstanding
Excellent85
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
70
Very Good
Good70
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 85/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 90/100
Entertainment
75/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$1K
Annual Salary
SPEED
50
Mbps Internet
SPACES
10
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
60
out of 100
Average60
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
55
out of 100
Average55
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
70
out of 100
Good70
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
70
Good
Good70
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: 75/100
Crime Rate IndexLow
Index: 25/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability80/100
Emergency
911
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
70
Health Index
LIFESPAN
75
Years
HOSPITALS
20
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
40
Fair
Poor40
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
70
Good
Good70
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
60
Good
Average60
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
60
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
75
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
60
Good
Nearby Airports
Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport (MID)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
60
Good
Average60
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
75
Good
Good75
Traffic Congestion
Moderate
40 Index
Poor40
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$20
per month
Fuel
$1.2
per liter
Taxi
$1.5
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
5
Schools
MONTHLY
$300
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
65
Good
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
80
Excellent
Major Universities
Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
90
Excellent90
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
85
Excellent85
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
Medium
Integration Score
70
Good70
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
50 Mbps
Internet Speed
10
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure75/100
Visa Process60/100
Banking & Finance70/100
Avg Salary
$700
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$30/month
Visa Info
Tourist visa required for most nationalities
Business Freedom70/100
Expat Life & Integration
Medium Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease70/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 30/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency40/100
Cultural Diversity85/100
Official Languages
Spanish
Tipping Culture
10-15%
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Practical Information
Time Zone
America/Merida
Languages
Spanish
Emergency
911
Healthcare System
Public and Private
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
10-15%
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Best Time to Visit
November
December
January
February
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
Tourist visa required for most nationalities
Key Statistics
0.9M
Population
60
Cost Index
50 Mbps
Internet
$0.4K
1BR Rent
60
Transport
$1K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 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
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🏡 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
Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán
Nearby location
Airports
Manuel Crescencio Rejón International Airport (MID)
Nearby location
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