Moving to Mexico from United Kingdom
What to Expect
Considering a move from United Kingdom to Mexico? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from United Kingdom to Mexico, you would find that Mexico is 38.7% cheaper than United Kingdom overall. A £55,958 salary in United Kingdom would need to be roughly MX$801,101 in Mexico to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Spanish. You’ll also switch from driving on the left to the right. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Mexico City averages 74°F vs 60°F in London, making it significantly warmer.
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A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between United Kingdom and Mexico.
What does your salary buy?
£55,958 → MX$801,101
To maintain the same standard of living in Mexico
Calculate with your salary →How key spending categories compare
Restaurants
pay 35.9% less
Groceries
pay 1.1% less
Transportation
pay 36.8% less
Housing
pay 55.3% less
Childcare
pay 77.9% less
Entertainment and Sports
pay 49.2% less
Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.
Cost of living by city
Cost of living varies a lot by city. Each figure is a city's overall cost of living as a percentage of New York City (the priciest, = 100%).
On average, cities in Mexico cost about 29% less than cities in United Kingdom.
Compare cities head-to-head
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Who Else Is Making This Move?
What the data shows about people moving from United Kingdom to Mexico.
people moved from United Kingdom to Mexico · OECD (latest data available)
Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Mexico compared to United Kingdom.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
per 100,000 people per year
United Kingdom performs better than Mexico across all safety metrics.
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
share of adults with obesity
per 100,000 people — a proxy for mental health support
United Kingdom generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Mexico leads in healthcare spending per person.
What about the environment?
deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people
tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year
United Kingdom generally does better on environment, though Mexico leads in co₂ emissions per capita.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
higher means greater strain on freshwater supply
annual consumption — reflects grid capacity
share of households with internet
United Kingdom 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
share of people below the poverty line
United Kingdom generally does better on employment & economy, though Mexico leads in unemployment 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
United Kingdom performs better than Mexico across all family life metrics.
Data: HM Revenue & Customs, 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 | London | Mexico City |
|---|---|---|
| Jan–Mar | 49°/38°F (9°/3°C) | 74°/45°F (23°/7°C) |
| Apr–Jun | 64°/48°F (18°/9°C) | 79°/53°F (26°/12°C) |
| Jul–Sep | 72°/56°F (22°/13°C) | 73°/53°F (23°/12°C) |
| Oct–Dec | 53°/43°F (12°/6°C) | 71°/47°F (22°/8°C) |
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| Month | London | Mexico City |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 47°/38°F (8.1°/3.1°C) | 70°/42°F (21.2°/5.8°C) |
| Feb | 47°/37°F (8.6°/2.7°C) | 73°/45°F (22.9°/7.1°C) |
| Mar | 53°/40°F (11.6°/4.6°C) | 78°/49°F (25.7°/9.2°C) |
| Apr | 58°/43°F (14.6°/5.9°C) | 80°/51°F (26.6°/10.8°C) |
| May | 65°/48°F (18.1°/8.9°C) | 80°/53°F (26.5°/11.7°C) |
| Jun | 70°/53°F (21.0°/11.8°C) | 76°/54°F (24.6°/12.2°C) |
| Jul | 74°/57°F (23.4°/13.7°C) | 73°/53°F (23.0°/11.5°C) |
| Aug | 74°/57°F (23.1°/13.8°C) | 74°/53°F (23.3°/11.6°C) |
| Sep | 68°/53°F (20.0°/11.4°C) | 72°/53°F (22.3°/11.5°C) |
| Oct | 60°/48°F (15.5°/8.8°C) | 72°/50°F (22.2°/9.8°C) |
| Nov | 52°/42°F (11.3°/5.8°C) | 71°/46°F (21.8°/7.9°C) |
| Dec | 47°/38°F (8.4°/3.4°C) | 69°/44°F (20.8°/6.6°C) |
Data:
Met Office,
Coordinación General del Servicio Meteorológico Nacional
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between United Kingdom 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.
United Kingdom passport holder visiting Mexico
Visa Free
Mexico passport holder visiting United Kingdom
Electronic Travel AuthorisationData: 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 United Kingdom?
On average Mexico is about 39% less expensive than United Kingdom, with major cities narrowing the gap.
How much money do I need to move to Mexico?
Budget about MX$200,275 for 3 months in Mexico (based on a £55,958 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, a rental deposit, and 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?
United Kingdom performs better than Mexico across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Mexico is 26.1 per 100,000 people, compared to 1.0 in United Kingdom.
How is healthcare in Mexico compared to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Mexico leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 25.6 doctors per 10,000 people in Mexico, compared to 31.7 in United Kingdom. Mexico scores 75 on the WHO universal health coverage index (United Kingdom: 88).
What's the weather like in Mexico compared to United Kingdom?
The average high temperature in Mexico City is 74°F, compared to 60°F in London. Mexico City receives around 32.1 in of rainfall per year, while London gets 22.0 in.
What language do they speak in Mexico?
The official language in Mexico is Spanish. In United Kingdom, the official language is English.
