By Rodrigo Manterola

Mexico offers a large variety of lifestyles for Digital Nomads as its amazing low cost of living makes it a paradise for all kinds of budgets.

Digital Nomads favor a fast internet connection above almost anything else, making larger cities like; Mexico City, Guadalajara, Puebla, some of the favorite spots of these new types of working-traveling individuals.

Yet some other cities also gain popularity amongst the DN community, places like Playa del Carmen, Tulum, or Puerto Escondido offer less reliability on the internet but a great quality of life.

Small fishermen villages turned into all-Cosmo towns where people from all over the world meet, work and party.

So here a list of the top cities in Mexico for Digital Nomads

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The largest city in Mexico and its capital, Mexico city is also one of the largest cities in the world with more than 20 million inhabitants and with all of the challenges this represents.
Mexico city is also one of the culturally richest cities in the country and while some would not choose this place to live or work, for many, this city is a must if your a looking for fast internet and culture-filled destination.

Cost of life $700 to $1500 US a month or higher

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Puebla

Puebla is a rising contender in the Digital Nomad scene due to its proximity to Mexico City and its amazing architecture, culture, and food, making it one of the favorites of DN in Mexico

Cost of life $700 to $1500 a month or higher

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Guadalajara, Jalisco

Guadalajara is the epicenter of what we know as Mexican culture, Mariachi, Tequila, and Charros are all emanate from this beautiful colonial city.

Cost of life $700 to $1500 a month or higher

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Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco

Puerto Vallarta is an old favorite of ex-pats who visit its beaches since the 50’s, new to the DN community it’s slowly positioning as one strong contender in Mexico

Cost of life $850 to $2000 a month or higher

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Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca

Surfers Paradise for sure, Puerto Escondido claims to be the worlds’ best surfing spot with more than 3.5 Km of beautiful beaches and a slow-paced lifestyle. Some would say Puerto Escondido is not the best DN destination in Mexico, but it sure is one small beach town worth visiting.

Cost of life $850 to $2000 a month or higher

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Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo

Playa as the locals call it is one of the DN community favorites in Mexico, a young, chic, and thriving town with incredible nightlife and amazing natural beauty, and pre-hispanic history. A must when in Mexico whether is for holidays or for a longer period.

Cost of life $850 to $2000 a month or higher

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Tulum, Quintana Roo

Tulum is one little gem just 1-hour drive south from Playa del Carmen, and while this town isn’t everybody’s cup of tea, this is a thriving small town with an ever-growing Digital Nomad community and it’s here to stay on top of the list of anybody who loves the quality of life, good weather, and a boho-chic atmosphere where the love for nature and wellness is a top priority.

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Cost of life $850 to $2000 a month or higher

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Sayulita, Nayarit

Sayulita is been on the map for surfers and ex-pats for a while now, since the ’50s and ’60s, dragged surfers from North America to enjoy the beautiful beaches, nearby towns, and in more recent years, the amazing food and arts scene developing in town and around.

Cost of life $850 to $2000 a month or higher

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San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato

San Miguel de Allende in Guanajuato, it’s known for its ex-pat community for years now, a favorite for American and Canadian retirees, San Miguel de Allende is also growing in the DN community in recent years, not everyone’s first choice due to the large amount of “boomers” San Miguel de Allende is slowly growing

Cost of life $1000 to $2000 a month or higher

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Guanajuato

Guanajuato is one of the most beautiful cities in Mexico. with a mining history, Guanajuato’s streets and tunnels are magical. Guanajuato is also one of Mexico’s cultural capitals with international arts festivals happening every year.

Cost of life $850 to $2000 a month or higher

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Oaxaca City

Oaxaca is the birthplace of Mezcal, Tequila’s big brother. Oaxaca is also the cradle of cultural, artistic, and social movements since the beginning of Mexico’s history, and let’s not forget the food!

Cost of life $700 to $1500 a month or higher

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Merida, Yucatan

With an amazing Mayan heritage, Merida is the proud capital of the state of Yucatan, and an independent country twice in history before finally annexing Mexico.
The people of Merida are unique and proud of their culture, architecture, music, food, but most important of being from Yucatan.

Cost of life $850 to $2000 a month or higher

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San Cristóbal de las Casas, Chiapas

Chiapas is another gem in Mexico’s history, some of the most impressive Mayan ruins are located in this majestic state where also natural beauty prevails.
Digital Nomads and artists from all over the world choose to move into this beautiful colonial town in the highlands of Chiapas

Cost of life $850 to $2000 a month or higher

Many other destinations would fit the requirements of Digital Nomads but these are the preferred destinations according to the stats.

Read here about the requirements to immigrate to Mexico and what documents you need to move to Mexico and our Guide on moving to Mexico here