Merida

🇲🇽Mexico•North America

City Score

"The safest city in Mexico, offering deep Mayan culture, extreme heat, and a slower, family-oriented pace."

City Metrics

Cost of Living54

Safety46

Healthcare66

Career Opportunities68

Climate84

Transport68

Air Quality65.5

Family Friendliness59.33

Education64

Top Neighborhoods

Centro

Garcia Gineres

Dzitya (suburbs)

Housing Reality

Air conditioning is an absolute survival necessity. Many expats buy and renovate old colonial ruins in the Centro.

Getting Around

Cars are highly recommended for escaping the heat and driving to the beaches (Progreso/Telchac).

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Merida a good place to live?

Merida scores 65/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (cost score: 54/100), has some safety concerns (safety: 46/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 66/100). Top neighborhoods include Centro, Garcia Gineres, Dzitya (suburbs).

▸What is the cost of living in Merida?

Merida has a cost of living score of 54/100 (higher = more affordable). Air conditioning is an absolute survival necessity. Many expats buy and renovate old colonial ruins in the Centro.

▸How do I get around Merida?

Merida has a transport score of 68/100. Cars are highly recommended for escaping the heat and driving to the beaches (Progreso/Telchac).

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Merida?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Merida are Centro, Garcia Gineres, Dzitya (suburbs). The safest city in Mexico, offering deep Mayan culture, extreme heat, and a slower, family-oriented pace.

▸Is Merida safe for expats?

Merida has a safety score of 46/100. The city has some safety concerns and has an air quality score of 65.5/100.

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