Moving to Mexico from Brazil
What to Expect
Considering a move from Brazil to Mexico? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from Brazil to Mexico, you would find that Mexico is 34.6% more expensive than Brazil overall. A R$379,035 salary in Brazil would need to be roughly MX$1,800,491 in Mexico to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Spanish.
How Far Will Your Money Go?
A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between Brazil and Mexico.
What does your salary buy?
R$379,035 → MX$1,800,491
To maintain the same standard of living in Mexico
Calculate with your salary →How key spending categories compare
Restaurants
pay 46.3% more
Groceries
pay 52.5% more
Transportation
pay 30.8% more
Housing
pay 61.0% more
Childcare
pay 16.9% less
Entertainment and Sports
pay 54.2% more
Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.
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Who Else Is Making This Move?
What the data shows about people moving from Brazil to Mexico.
Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Mexico compared to Brazil.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
of residents who feel safe walking alone at night
per 100,000 people per year
Brazil generally does better on safety, though Mexico leads in road traffic deaths.
How's the healthcare?
annual government + private spending per person
affects wait times and access to care
WHO index from 0–100 measuring essential service access
per 100,000 people — a proxy for mental health support
Mexico generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Brazil leads in health coverage index.
What about the environment?
deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people
tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year
Brazil performs better than Mexico across all environment metrics.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
higher means greater strain on freshwater supply
annual consumption — reflects grid capacity
Brazil performs better than Mexico across all infrastructure metrics.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
the highest marginal rate on personal income
Mexico generally does better on employment & economy, though Brazil leads in top income tax rate.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
government spending on education as % of GDP
percentage of adults who can read and write
Brazil generally does better on family life, though Mexico leads in infant mortality.
Data: Secretaria da Receita Federal do Brasil, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank
What's the Climate Like?
Monthly averages — select a city to compare.
Avg. annual high / low
Avg. annual high / low
| Months | Brasilia | Mexico City |
|---|---|---|
| Jan–Mar | 80°/63°F (27°/17°C) | 74°/45°F (23°/7°C) |
| Apr–Jun | 78°/59°F (26°/15°C) | 79°/53°F (26°/12°C) |
| Jul–Sep | 80°/58°F (27°/14°C) | 73°/53°F (23°/12°C) |
| Oct–Dec | 80°/64°F (27°/17°C) | 71°/47°F (22°/8°C) |
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| Month | Brasilia | Mexico City |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 80°/63°F (26.9°/17.4°C) | 70°/42°F (21.2°/5.8°C) |
| Feb | 80°/63°F (26.7°/17.4°C) | 73°/45°F (22.9°/7.1°C) |
| Mar | 81°/64°F (27.1°/17.5°C) | 78°/49°F (25.7°/9.2°C) |
| Apr | 80°/62°F (26.6°/16.8°C) | 80°/51°F (26.6°/10.8°C) |
| May | 78°/59°F (25.7°/15.0°C) | 80°/53°F (26.5°/11.7°C) |
| Jun | 77°/56°F (25.2°/13.3°C) | 76°/54°F (24.6°/12.2°C) |
| Jul | 77°/55°F (25.1°/12.9°C) | 73°/53°F (23.0°/11.5°C) |
| Aug | 81°/58°F (27.3°/14.6°C) | 74°/53°F (23.3°/11.6°C) |
| Sep | 83°/61°F (28.3°/16.0°C) | 72°/53°F (22.3°/11.5°C) |
| Oct | 82°/63°F (27.5°/17.4°C) | 72°/50°F (22.2°/9.8°C) |
| Nov | 80°/64°F (26.6°/17.5°C) | 71°/46°F (21.8°/7.9°C) |
| Dec | 79°/64°F (26.2°/17.5°C) | 69°/44°F (20.8°/6.6°C) |
Data:
Instituto Nacional de Meteorologia,
Coordinación General del Servicio Meteorológico Nacional
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between Brazil and Mexico. To live, work, or study long-term in Mexico, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Mexico's immigration authority.
Brazil passport holder visiting Mexico
Visa Required
Mexico passport holder visiting Brazil
Visa FreeData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it cheaper to live in Mexico than Brazil?
On average Mexico is around 38% pricier than Brazil, with notable variation by city.
How much money do I need to move to Mexico?
Budget about MX$450,123 for 3 months in Mexico (based on a R$379,035 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, rental deposit, visa fees.
Can I work remotely from Mexico?
Connectivity is usually fine (Mexico: 20.5 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Mexico offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?
Is Mexico safe for expats?
Brazil generally does better on safety, though Mexico leads in road traffic deaths. The homicide rate in Mexico is 26.1 per 100,000 people, compared to 20.6 in Brazil. About 38% of people in Mexico feel safe walking alone at night.
How is healthcare in Mexico compared to Brazil?
Mexico generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Brazil leads in health coverage index. There are 25.6 doctors per 10,000 people in Mexico, compared to 21.4 in Brazil. Mexico scores 75 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Brazil: 80).
What's the weather like in Mexico compared to Brazil?
The average high temperature in Mexico City is 74°F, compared to 80°F in Brasilia. Mexico City receives around 32.1 in of rainfall per year, while Brasilia gets 61.1 in.
What language do they speak in Mexico?
The official language in Mexico is Spanish. In Brazil, the official language is Portuguese.
