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Ciudad Cuauhtemoc, Mexico

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$1,540
Retiree Score
59.5
Safety Index
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The brutal truth is that Ciudad Cuauhtemoc offers little more than an isolated existence. With a population of just 55,272, this remote city in Chihuahua state is far removed from the cultural hubs of Mexico. The tax burden is heavy, and bureaucracy is a persistent headache, as evidenced by the Aztec emperor Cuauhtemoc's execution by the Spanish in 1525 for allegedly conspiring against them. This is no place for the faint of heart - only the most resilient and self-sufficient individuals should consider calling Ciudad Cuauhtemoc home.

Can I afford Ciudad Cuauhtemoc?

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Ciudad Cuauhtemoc

You could save

1,460/mo

Savings Rate49%

Monthly Costs

Rent $838
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$702

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
49/100
Retiree Score
(i)
50/100
Lifestyle Score
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50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
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Safety
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50
Walkability
50
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Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $2
Bread (loaf) *$3
Eggs (12) $3
Rice (1kg) *$1
Chicken (1kg) *$4

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$9
Meal (Mid-range) $140
Cappuccino *$2
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $34
Mobile Plan (mo) $28
Gym (mo) *$45
Cinema Ticket $8

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $670
1BR Outside (mo) *$406
3BR Center (mo) $1,788
3BR Outside (mo) *$765

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
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Expat Community
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Frequently Asked Questions

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Ciudad Cuauhtemoc has a population of approximately 168,482 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $2,095 per month in Ciudad Cuauhtemoc, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $838/month.

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