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Barry Mendoza recently visited Playa del Carmen and prepared this article about prices in Playa del Carmen.Find out about average prices in Playa del Carmen, including food prices, restaurants, beer, accommodation, transportation and more.Playa del Carmen is a part of Mexico.What currency is accepted in Playa del Carmen?How much money can I bring into Mexico?
What currency is used in Playa del Carmen?
Here is information about currency:
The currency of Mexico is Mexican Peso (MXN).The current exchange rate of Mexican Peso (MXN) is: $1 USD = 17 MXN. (Data updated: today)
- For 1$ United States dollar (USD) you can get: 16.59MXN Mexican Peso (MXN)
- For 1€ Euro you can get: 17.95MXN Mexican Peso (MXN)
- For 1£ British Pound (GBP) you can get: 20.94MXN Mexican Peso (MXN)
- For 1₽ Russian ruble (RUB) you can get: 0.18MXN Mexican Peso (MXN)
Is Playa del Carmen an expensive city?
Prices of basic products in Mexico are lower than in United States.You have to pay 1.85 times less for shopping in Mexico than in United States.
Using public transport in Playa del Carmen comes at a cost of: 0.60USD (10.00MXN) for a one-way ticket.The price for renting a car in Playa del Carmen (e.g. Volkswagen Golf or Toyota Corolla) to 24,000USD (400,000MXN).If you prefer taxi, remember that the price of a taxi in Playa del Carmen depends on several factors.Taxi starting price is about: 2.70USD (45MXN).For 1 km ride in Playa del Carmen you have to pay about: 2.70USD (45MXN).
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Cost of living in Playa del Carmen is:
- 2.15 times lower than in Washington
- 1.78 times lower than in Jacksonville
- 1.78 times lower than in Houston
- 1.85 times lower than in Oklahoma City
- 2.56 times lower than in New York City
Is food expensive in Playa del Carmen?
Food prices in supermarkets are lower than in United States.For example, in Playa del Carmen you have to pay for:
- Bottle or carton of milk (1 liter): 1.30USD (22MXN)
- Popular yellow cheese (1 kg): 7.10USD (117MXN)
- A bottle of beer from a known brand: 2.20USD (37MXN)
- A sausage or cold cuts (1 kg): 17USD (279MXN)
- A mid-range wine (one bottle): 9.60USD (160MXN)
What is a cost of meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) in Playa del Carmen? What is the average cost of lunch in Playa del Carmen?
In Playa del Carmen, a typical fast food meal costs: 7.50USD (125MXN) for a McMeal at McDonalds or BurgerKing (or similar combo meal), and 2.30USD (38MXN) for a cheeseburger.For coffee lovers: cappuccino coffee 3.20USD (53MXN) and espresso 2.30USD (37MXN).
How much do cigarettes cost in Playa del Carmen?
Cigarettes are cheaper in Playa del Carmen than in United States.Average cost of a pack of local cigarettes is 3.20USD (52MXN).For more famous brands such: Dunhill, Camel, Davidoff you have to pay about 3.90USD (66MXN).
Bellow you can find information about food and beverages prices in supermarkets and groceries.You can read also about prices in hotels, cafes and restaurants in Playa del Carmen.
Prices in Playa del Carmen, Mexico 2024
Average prices in restaurants and pubs, transportation, taxi, groceries, salaries, food, hotels and rentals in Playa del Carmen.
Currency: Mexican Peso
How much is a hotel in Playa del Carmen?
Average hotel price in Playa del Carmen is 1.54 times lower than average price in United States
| Average hotel price in Playa del Carmen is: | 941 MXN | 57 USD | 52 EURO | 5,235 RUB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hostels prices in Playa del Carmen are around: | 192 MXN | 12 USD | 11 EURO | 1,071 RUB |
| Price of 1 star hotel in Playa del Carmen is around: | 309 MXN | 19 USD | 17 EURO | 1,720 RUB |
| Price of 2 star hotel in Playa del Carmen is around: | 482 MXN | 29 USD | 27 EURO | 2,681 RUB |
| Price of 3 star hotel in Playa del Carmen is around: | 677 MXN | 41 USD | 38 EURO | 3,767 RUB |
| Price of 4 star hotel in Playa del Carmen is around: | 1,451 MXN | 87 USD | 81 EURO | 8,075 RUB |
| Price of 5 star hotel in Playa del Carmen is around: | 3,678 MXN | 222 USD | 205 EURO | 20,468 RUB |
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DEPARTAMETO CENTRICO 81 - 81 (USD)
Posada Mexicana Room #2 walking from the beach 73 - 74 (USD)
Downtown duplex in PDC/Dúplex céntrico en PDC 100 - 113 (USD)
Casa Coral #1 30 - 30 (USD)
Unique Luxury Residence with Private Pool 140 - 140 (USD)
Playa del Carmen Centro 65 - 65 (USD)
Is food expensive in Playa del Carmen? How much does an inexpensive meal cost in Playa del Carmen?
Prices in restaurants in Playa del Carmen.
| Meal in a cheap restaurant | 95 MXN (80-200) | 5.70 USD (4.80-12) | 5.30 EUR (4.50-11) |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 532 MXN (450-800) | 32 USD (27-48) | 30 EUR (25-45) |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 125 MXN (100-150) | 7.50 USD (6.00-9.00) | 7.00 EUR (5.60-8.40) |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 50 MXN (16-75) | 3.00 USD (0.96-4.50) | 2.80 EUR (0.89-4.20) |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 80 MXN (66-110) | 4.80 USD (4.00-6.60) | 4.50 EUR (3.70-6.10) |
| co*ke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 20 MXN (15-35) | 1.20 USD (0.90-2.10) | 1.10 EUR (0.84-2.00) |
| Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 12 MXN (8.00-20) | 0.70 USD (0.48-1.20) | 0.65 EUR (0.45-1.10) |
| Cappuccino (regular) | 53 MXN (20-90) | 3.20 USD (1.20-5.40) | 3.00 EUR (1.10-5.00) |
| Espresso Coffee | 37 MXN (14-63) | 2.30 USD (0.84-3.80) | 2.10 EUR (0.78-3.50) |
| Cheeseburger (fastfood) | 38 MXN (30-45) | 2.30 USD (1.80-2.70) | 2.10 EUR (1.70-2.50) |
Can you eat cheaply in Playa del Carmen?
How much should you pay for cheese, eggs, milk or oranges in Playa del Carmen?
Prices in supermarkets in Playa del Carmen.
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 22 MXN (18-26) | 1.30 USD (1.10-1.60) | 1.20 EUR (0.98-1.40) |
| A loaf of fresh white bread (500g) | 36 MXN (30-42) | 2.20 USD (1.80-2.50) | 2.00 EUR (1.70-2.30) |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 34 MXN (18-45) | 2.00 USD (1.10-2.70) | 1.90 EUR (1.00-2.50) |
| Local Cheese (1kg) | 117 MXN (60-175) | 7.10 USD (3.60-11) | 6.50 EUR (3.30-9.80) |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 20 MXN (10.00-20) | 1.20 USD (0.60-1.20) | 1.10 EUR (0.56-1.10) |
| A bottle of wine (Mid-Range) | 160 MXN (80-250) | 9.60 USD (4.80-15) | 8.90 EUR (4.50-14) |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 23 MXN (15-49) | 1.40 USD (0.90-3.00) | 1.30 EUR (0.84-2.70) |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 37 MXN (20-70) | 2.20 USD (1.20-4.20) | 2.00 EUR (1.10-3.90) |
| Pack of Cigarettes (Marlboro) | 66 MXN (63-68) | 3.90 USD (3.80-4.10) | 3.60 EUR (3.50-3.80) |
| Chicken breasts (skinless and boneless) - (1kg) | 141 MXN (100-150) | 8.50 USD (6.00-9.00) | 7.90 EUR (5.60-8.40) |
| Apples (1kg) | 38 MXN (14-50) | 2.30 USD (0.84-3.00) | 2.10 EUR (0.78-2.80) |
| Oranges (1kg) | 26 MXN (19-30) | 1.50 USD (1.10-1.80) | 1.40 EUR (1.10-1.70) |
| Potatoes (1kg) | 31 MXN (15-40) | 1.90 USD (0.90-2.40) | 1.70 EUR (0.84-2.20) |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 17 MXN (14-20) | 1.00 USD (0.84-1.20) | 0.93 EUR (0.78-1.10) |
| Rice (white) (1kg) | 19 MXN (15-21) | 1.10 USD (0.90-1.20) | 1.10 EUR (0.84-1.10) |
| Tomato (1kg) | 23 MXN (9.80-35) | 1.40 USD (0.59-2.10) | 1.30 EUR (0.55-2.00) |
| Bananas (1kg) | 19 MXN (17-21) | 1.10 USD (0.99-1.30) | 1.00 EUR (0.92-1.20) |
| Onions (1kg) | 32 MXN (13-50) | 1.90 USD (0.77-3.00) | 1.80 EUR (0.71-2.80) |
| Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 203 MXN (119-280) | 12 USD (7.20-17) | 11 EUR (6.60-16) |
| Pears (1kg) | 46 MXN (17-60) | 2.80 USD (1.00-3.60) | 2.50 EUR (0.94-3.30) |
| Cucumber (1kg) | 12 MXN (5.40-19) | 0.75 USD (0.32-1.20) | 0.69 EUR (0.30-1.10) |
| Perrier Water (small bottle 0,33l) | 14 MXN (7.20-14) | 0.87 USD (0.43-0.87) | 0.80 EUR (0.40-0.80) |
| Sausages (1kg) | 279 MXN (198-297) | 17 USD (12-18) | 16 EUR (11-17) |
| Cottage cheese (1kg) | 102 MXN (52-152) | 6.10 USD (3.10-9.20) | 5.70 EUR (2.90-8.50) |
| Whisky | 232 MXN | 14 USD | 13 EUR |
| Rum | 124 MXN | 7.50 USD | 6.90 EUR |
| Vodka | 123 MXN | 7.40 USD | 6.90 EUR |
How much do you have to pay for a fuel or a taxi in Playa del Carmen?
Prices of Transportation and fuel in Playa del Carmen.
| One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 10.00 MXN (10.00-15) | 0.60 USD (0.60-0.90) | 0.56 EUR (0.56-0.84) |
| Monthly Pass (Regular Price) | 300 MXN (250-600) | 18 USD (15-36) | 17 EUR (14-33) |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | 23 MXN (22-24) | 1.40 USD (1.40-1.40) | 1.30 EUR (1.30-1.30) |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) | 360,000 MXN | 21,000 USD | 20,000 EUR |
| Toyota Corolla 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) | 400,000 MXN | 24,000 USD | 22,000 EUR |
| Taxi starting price (normal tariff) | 45 MXN (35-50) | 2.70 USD (2.10-3.00) | 2.50 EUR (2.00-2.80) |
| Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 45 MXN (15-50) | 2.70 USD (0.90-3.00) | 2.50 EUR (0.84-2.80) |
| Taxi 1 hour waiting (normal tariff) | 250 MXN | 15 USD | 14 EUR |
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Unique Luxury Residence with Private Pool 140 - 140 (USD)
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What you can bring from Mexico Maya Vacanze Calle 4 450 - 805 (MXN)
Posada Mexicana Room #2 walking from the beach 73 - 74 (USD)
Casa Coral #1 30 - 30 (USD)
Posada Mexicana Room #4 walking from the beach 40 - 40 (USD)
DEPARTAMETO CENTRICO 81 - 81 (USD)
Is it expensive to live in Playa del Carmen?
Rent Prices Per Month in Playa del Carmen.
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 17,000 MXN (11,000-25,000) | 1,000 USD (679-1,500) | 977 EUR (627-1,300) |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 11,000 MXN (8,500-15,000) | 697 USD (512-904) | 645 EUR (474-836) |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 28,000 MXN (18,000-50,000) | 1,700 USD (1,000-3,000) | 1,500 EUR (1,000-2,700) |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 16,000 MXN (12,000-25,000) | 979 USD (753-1,500) | 905 EUR (696-1,300) |
Prices of Utilities (Monthly) in Playa del Carmen.
| Charges (electricity, heating, water, garbage) for an 85m2 apartment | 1,700 MXN (1,300-2,000) | 107 USD (79-121) | 99 EUR (73-111) |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile local tariff (No discounts or plans) | 0.65 MXN (0.30-0.99) | 0.04 USD (0.02-0.06) | 0.04 EUR (0.02-0.06) |
| Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) | 423 MXN (300-600) | 25 USD (18-36) | 24 EUR (17-33) |
Prices of Sports And Leisure in Playa del Carmen. How much does a cinema ticket cost in Playa del Carmen?
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 853 MXN (500-1,500) | 51 USD (30-90) | 48 EUR (28-84) |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour during a weekend) | 300 MXN (200-350) | 18 USD (12-21) | 17 EUR (11-20) |
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 75 MXN (60-135) | 4.50 USD (3.60-8.10) | 4.20 EUR (3.30-7.50) |
Prices of Clothing And Shoes in Playa del Carmen.
| 1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) | 775 MXN (750-800) | 47 USD (45-48) | 43 EUR (42-45) |
| 1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M,...) | 517 MXN (300-700) | 31 USD (18-42) | 29 EUR (17-39) |
| 1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) | 1,500 MXN | 90 USD | 84 EUR |
| 1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes | 1,200 MXN | 75 USD | 70 EUR |
Childcare prices in Playa del Carmen.
| Preschool (or Kindergarten), Private, Monthly for 1 Child | 5,500 MXN | 331 USD | 306 EUR |
Apartment Price in Playa del Carmen. How much does a flat in Playa del Carmen cost?
| Price per square meter for an apartment in city centre | 25,000 MXN (9,600-40,000) | 1,500 USD (584-2,400) | 1,300 EUR (540-2,200) |
| Price per square meter for an apartment outside of city centre | 19,000 MXN (18,000-20,000) | 1,100 USD (1,100-1,200) | 1,000 EUR (1,000-1,100) |
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Posada Mexicana Room #1 walking from the beach 38 - 38 (USD)
Posada Mexicana Room #2 walking from the beach 73 - 74 (USD)
Playa del Carmen Centro 65 - 65 (USD)
Maya Vacanze Calle 4 450 - 805 (MXN)
Posada Mexicana Room #4 walking from the beach 40 - 40 (USD)
DEPARTAMETO CENTRICO 81 - 81 (USD)
What salary do you need to live in Playa del Carmen?
Salaries And Financing in Playa del Carmen.
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 13,000 MXN | 784 USD | 724 EUR | |
| Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly | 10.50% | - | - | - |
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Average fuel price in Playa del Carmen is 1.00 times bigger than average price in United States (fuel prices in Playa del Carmen for 1 liter = 0.264 gallons)
| Petrol price in Playa del Carmen is around | 0.94 USD | 0.87 EURO |
| Diesel fuel price in Playa del Carmen is around | 0.98 USD | 0.91 EURO |
Bus tickets, subway, taxi
Average transport price in Playa del Carmen is 2.71 times lower than average price in United States
| Local transport. One-way ticket prices in Playa del Carmen is around: | 0.55 USD | 0.51 EURO |
| Local transport. Monthly pass in Playa del Carmen is around: | 25 USD | 23 EURO |
| Taxi starting price in Playa del Carmen is around: | 1.90 USD | 1.80 EURO |
| Taxi – fare for 1km in Playa del Carmen is around: | 0.41 USD | 0.38 EURO |
| Taxi – waiting time (1 hour) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 9.20 USD | 8.50 EURO |
Meal price in a restaurant
Average price of a meal in a restaurant in Playa del Carmen is 1.74 times lower than average price in United States
| Budget restaurant (price per 1 person) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 4.70 USD | 4.30 EURO |
| Mid-range restaurant (meal for 2 people) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 23 USD | 21 EURO |
| Fast Food combo in Playa del Carmen is around: | 5.40 USD | 5.00 EURO |
| Price of a cheeseburger in Playa del Carmen is around: | 1.70 USD | 1.50 EURO |
| Price of french fries in Playa del Carmen is around: | 1.50 USD | 1.40 EURO |
| Price of a cappuccino in Playa del Carmen is around: | 2.30 USD | 2.20 EURO |
| Price of a Coca-Cola or Pepsi (0,5L) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 1.50 USD | 1.40 EURO |
Food prices
Average food prices in Playa del Carmen are 1.63 times lower than average price in United States
| Price of a local beer (0.3 liter bottle) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 0.96 USD | 0.89 EURO |
| Price of a local beer (0,5 liter bottle) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 1.20 USD | 1.10 EURO |
| Price of an imported beer (0,3 liter bottle) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 1.90 USD | 1.80 EURO |
| Price of an imported beer (0,5 liter bottle) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 2.30 USD | 2.20 EURO |
| Price of table wine in Playa del Carmen is around: | 8.50 USD | 7.90 EURO |
| Price of cigarettes in Playa del Carmen is around: | 3.30 USD | 3.10 EURO |
| Price of a Cola/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 0.69 USD | 0.64 EURO |
| Price of Perrier water (0.33 liter bottle) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 0.69 USD | 0.64 EURO |
| Price of water (1.5 liter bottle) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 0.96 USD | 0.89 EURO |
| Price of milk (1 liter bottle) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 1.10 USD | 1.00 EURO |
| Price of bread (0,5 kg) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 1.80 USD | 1.70 EURO |
| Price of eggs (10 pieces) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 1.70 USD | 1.50 EURO |
| Price of cheese (1kg) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 6.30 USD | 5.90 EURO |
| Price of cottage cheese price in Playa del Carmen is around: | 0.55 USD | 0.51 EURO |
| Price of a sausage (1kg) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 11 USD | 11 EURO |
| Price of a chicken (1kg) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 5.80 USD | 5.30 EURO |
| Price of apples (1kg) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 2.50 USD | 2.30 EURO |
| Price of pears (1kg) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 3.00 USD | 2.80 EURO |
| Price of a oranges (1kg) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 0.96 USD | 0.89 EURO |
| Price of potatoes (1kg) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 1.10 USD | 1.00 EURO |
| Price of a lettuce in Playa del Carmen is around: | 0.83 USD | 0.77 EURO |
| Price of white rice (1kg) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 1.20 USD | 1.10 EURO |
| Price of tomatoes (1Kg) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 1.20 USD | 1.10 EURO |
| Price of a cucumbers (1kg) in Playa del Carmen is around: | 0.69 USD | 0.64 EURO |
