How Much Does it Cost to Live in Los Cabos? (2023)
Located on the Baja California Peninsula, Los Cabos lies between the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez. In recent years, it’s become one of the top beach destinations in Mexico, mainly for visitors from the United States and Canada.
However, with its foreign charm, incredible cuisine offerings, excellent medical services and, of course, pleasantly warm weather all throughout the year, this town has made travelers not want to stay for just a few days, and left them wanting to move to this paradise.
If you’re one of the many considering Los Cabos as their new home, it’s important to know how much it costs to live here.
In this article, we’ll discuss everything you need to consider when talking about the cost of living in Los Cabos in 2023.
Compared to other areas and cities in Mexico, Los Cabos can have a cost of living on the higher end. However, it all depends on your preferences and the lifestyle you want to have.
It doesn't matter if you want to live life lavishly or a little more on the modest side; in Los Cabos you can find services and activities that fit your budget.
Next, we’ll list the essential expenses that you should take into account every month, such as food, transportation, housing, services, and recreation.
General Services: Electricity, Water, Internet, Gas and Garbage
The costs of these services vary depending on the area in which you live and the provider you choose, since in some cases they can be public or private.
However, to give you an idea, electricity and gas can cost between $100 to $150 USD per month (the cost is high mainly due to using air conditioning in homes). Water, on the other hand, is around $20 USD.
Fiber optic internet can be contracted for around $20 USD per month depending on its capacity.
Cleaning Services
If you want a housekeeper service, the cost can vary according to the type of cleaning and how many days you hire someone. The cost usually ranges from $120 to $200 USD per month for a weekly cleaning.
Food for 2 People
In Los Cabos, you will find local market stalls, moderately priced supermarkets, and premium grocery stores with high prices. It’ll be up to you to decide how you stock your pantry.
Based on a moderately priced supermarket, the approximate cost of food for 2 people is around $450 USD per month.
Recreation (restaurants, nightlife, tourist sites and activities) for 2 people
One of the main attractions of Los Cabos is its beaches, where you can enjoy outdoor activities, like snorkeling, parasailing and whale watching, such as the migration of humpback and gray whales all from December to March.
And of course, as a tourist hotspot, it has an incredible food scene and quite an active nightlife.
We recommend budgeting between $600 and $1,000 USD per month for pure entertainment.
Gasoline
The routes in Cabo are not very extensive. If you use your car in the city on weekdays and go exploring a little further out of the city on weekends, you should expect to need around $300 USD for gas. This cost is considering a regular mid-range car. If you have an SUV or another type of car, the price of gasoline will most likely be higher.
Health Insurance
As a resident in a foreign city, it’s important that you have private health insurance to deal with any emergencies or illnesses that arise. You can get quality private health insurance in Mexico for around $100 USD per month.
Additionally, it’s good to note that a general visit to the doctor can cost between $50 and $75 USD per visit.
In Los Cabos, you can live the life you want, enjoying wonderful landscapes and sunsets and trying new things every week! This city offers you unique experiences, as well as unlimited natural, cultural, and recreational activities.
If you’re ready to take the big step, at Tao Mexico, we’re here to help you find the house of your dreams in Los Cabos. We have exclusive 2-bedroom condos for sale in our luxury development, Monte Rocella, located between the impressive desert and sea landscape of Cabo.
Get in touch with us, we would love to meet you and help you buy the perfect property for you in Los Cabos!
August 5, 2022
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