Isla Mujeres, Mexico

Living in Isla Mujeres can be much cheaper than you would expect.

A single person can live on a budget of US$1,500 per month, with access to the simple amenities and island lifestyle.

A family a four can live on a budget in Isla Mujeres upwards of US$2,000 per month.

Renting apartments can be expensive on this small heavenly island since real estate is in high demand and in low supply.

That being said, you can find nice two bedroom apartment for upwards of US$1,150 per month. You can find larger houses or apartments for anywhere between US$1,500 and US$3,000 per month.

While rent will most likely be the biggest part of your cost of living in Isla Mujeres, the rest of your budget can be very reasonable.

Also, if you are interested in owning a place in Isla Mujeres because you want to live their full time, or just for real estate investment purposes, then this will cost a fair bit of money. Most places on the island are upwards of one million dollars.

Although, you can still find very nice apartments or houses in Isla Mujeres for between US$350,000 and US$700,000.

The rest of your cost of living in Isla Mujeres will be spent on groceries, utilities, and entertainment.

While most of the entertainment on the island is free, you may find yourself wanting to go out for a nice dinner, taking scuba diving lessons, or renting a boat and visiting the surrounding waters.

In Isla Mujeres, you will spend money on food, bills, and fun.

Most fun activities in Isla Mujeres are free, but you may want to have a fancy dinner or try scuba diving lessons. You can also rent a boat to explore the nearby waters.

You can expect your utility bill (depending on how many people you are, the size of your apartment, etc.) for basic utilities (gas, electric, water, etc.) to be between $50 and $200 USD per month.

Your internet plan on the island may vary, but there are opportunities for it to be as cheap as US$30 per month, or as high as US$80 per month.