Guadalajara

🇲🇽Mexico•North America

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living49

Safety47

Healthcare64

Career Opportunities66

Climate82

Transport65

Air Quality67.5

Family Friendliness60.33

Education63

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Guadalajara a good place to live?

Guadalajara scores 63/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 49/100), has some safety concerns (safety: 47/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 64/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Guadalajara?

Guadalajara has a cost of living score of 49/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Guadalajara?

Guadalajara has a transport score of 65/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Guadalajara?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Guadalajara are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Guadalajara safe for expats?

Guadalajara has a safety score of 47/100. The city has some safety concerns and has an air quality score of 67.5/100.

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