Monterrey

🇲🇽Mexico•North America

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living46

Safety48

Healthcare63

Career Opportunities63

Climate83

Transport62

Air Quality68.5

Family Friendliness61.33

Education62

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 Monterrey a good place to live?

Monterrey scores 62/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 46/100), has some safety concerns (safety: 48/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 63/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Monterrey?

Monterrey has a cost of living score of 46/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Monterrey?

Monterrey has a transport score of 62/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Monterrey?

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

▸Is Monterrey safe for expats?

Monterrey has a safety score of 48/100. The city has some safety concerns and has an air quality score of 68.5/100.

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