Life In Mexico
You will find the cost of living in Mexico to be super low. We already know that prices tend to be higher when there are more expats in the area, so always consider the major cities to save money. A one-bedroom apartment should cost $200 to $500, cable and Internet $25, and groceries only $10! Whoa. Of course, air conditioning might be necessary in the summer, which will drive the bills up. However, solar power is used in some places for the A/C. Meanwhile, medical costs are pretty reasonable. Although you can opt to join the health care system for $250 a person each year, the lines can get long. Many expats prefer the private health insurance and pay out of pocket for minor health issues. A visit to the doctor will cost around $25, an emergency appendectomy $2,000, and a dental filling $20. Not bad at all!
Life In Mexico
Portugal
As you can see, it is wrong to immediately assume that Europe is expensive. Portugal is one of the least expensive countries to live in – it is even more affordable than Spain! Of course, you would get more bang for your buck in the smaller towns than in Lisbon and other bigger cities. However, you will find that prices are reasonable across the country. It’s worth a look, especially when you consider that the temperate climate is incredibly pleasant with its upper 50s to mid-70s degree temperatures.
Portugal
