Mexico City Scores

  • Freedom of speech: There is no formal freedom of speech. Any negative information in the media is prohibited. Foreign radio programs are jammed.

  • Friendliness to outsiders: The attitude towards foreigners is often open and friendly, but not overly intrusive.

  • Healthcare: The average level of medical care is sufficient. In some clinics, there is a lack of modern equipment and personnel.

  • Fits for families: There are not so many places where you can spend a good time with your family and children, but almost all of them provide excellent service.

  • Entertainment: There are several places in Mexico City where you can relax and have a good time with friends.

  • Female friendly: Despite the fact that women have equal rights with men and the attitude towards them is liberal, in some areas there are still many prohibitions against them. Decisions in the family are usually made by men, the influence of women in the family is very great.

  • Traffic safety: A lot of work has been done to ensure road safety. That’s why the road accident rate can be considered as low.

  • Internet: There is high-speed Internet in Mexico City.
  • LGBTQ friendly: It has been established that the majority of Mexico City citizens have an excellent attitude towards the LGBT community.

  • Nightlife: has a small number of pubs and nightclubs, but the existing ones are characterized by a high-quality level of service and reasonable prices.

  • Safety: The crime rate in Mexico City is low, but this does not mean that you need to stop being vigilant at night.
  • Racial tolerance: Many refugees, migrants or people with migratory backgrounds are subject to racism and discrimination.

  • Workspaces: There is an great environment for working and lots of great coworking spots.

  • Level of happiness: More people satisfied with their daily activities and lives.

  • Free WiFi: Free wi-fi is available in almost all hotels, but its speed raises many questions. In cafes and restaurants, you sometimes have to pay for an Internet connection.

  • Quality of life: In terms of health care, demography, education, environmental conditions, economic conditions, employment, the standard of living can be assessed as good.

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  • English: It will not be easy to communicate in Mexico City directly with the locals – few people speak English, except for the staff of large hotels and restaurants.

  • Income: Unfortunately, the local population in Mexico City has very low salaries as low as $700 a month.
  • Startup friendly: In the past few years, startups in Mexico City have gained high popularity, increasing the flow of money invested.

  • Education: Secondary and higher education institutions provide a very mediocre level of knowledge, which indicates the need to reform them and introduce new, more effective programs and trained teachers.

  • Expenses: Prices for everything are very affordable. There are many very decent pizzerias, cafes, restaurants at reasonable prices. Usual monthly spendings are around $1500.
  • Walkability: The area of Mexico City is perfect for walking. There are a lot of quality walking paths, sidewalks. Traffic and road conditions are good organized.