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Barry Mendoza recently visited Puerto Vallarta and prepared this article about prices in Puerto Vallarta.Find out about average prices in Puerto Vallarta, including food prices, restaurants, beer, accommodation, transportation and more.Puerto Vallarta is a part of Mexico.What currency is accepted in Puerto Vallarta?How much money can I bring into Mexico?
What currency is used in Puerto Vallarta?
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: 16.89MXN Mexican Peso (MXN)
- For 1€ Euro you can get: 18.48MXN Mexican Peso (MXN)
- For 1£ British Pound (GBP) you can get: 21.49MXN Mexican Peso (MXN)
- For 1₽ Russian ruble (RUB) you can get: 0.18MXN Mexican Peso (MXN)
Is Puerto Vallarta 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 Puerto Vallarta comes at a cost of: 0.59USD (10.00MXN) for a one-way ticket.The price for renting a car in Puerto Vallarta (e.g. Volkswagen Golf or Toyota Corolla) to 16,000USD (272,000MXN).If you prefer taxi, remember that the price of a taxi in Puerto Vallarta depends on several factors.Taxi starting price is about: 3.00USD (50MXN).For 1 km ride in Puerto Vallarta you have to pay about: 1.10USD (19MXN).
Cost of living in Puerto Vallarta 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 Puerto Vallarta?
Food prices in supermarkets are lower than in United States.For example, in Puerto Vallarta you have to pay for:
- Bottle or carton of milk (1 liter): 1.20USD (21MXN)
- Popular yellow cheese (1 kg): 7.60USD (128MXN)
- A bottle of beer from a known brand: 2.20USD (38MXN)
- A sausage or cold cuts (1 kg): 12USD (209MXN)
- A mid-range wine (one bottle): 12USD (200MXN)
What is a cost of meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) in Puerto Vallarta? What is the average cost of lunch in Puerto Vallarta?
In Puerto Vallarta, a typical fast food meal costs: 7.30USD (123MXN) for a McMeal at McDonalds or BurgerKing (or similar combo meal), and 2.20USD (37MXN) for a cheeseburger.For coffee lovers: cappuccino coffee 3.10USD (53MXN) and espresso 2.20USD (37MXN).
How much do cigarettes cost in Puerto Vallarta?
Cigarettes are cheaper in Puerto Vallarta than in United States.Average cost of a pack of local cigarettes is 2.60USD (44MXN).For more famous brands such: L&M, Marlboro, Gauloises you have to pay about 3.30USD (55MXN).
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 Puerto Vallarta.
Prices in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico 2024
Average prices in restaurants and pubs, transportation, taxi, groceries, salaries, food, hotels and rentals in Puerto Vallarta.
Currency: Mexican Peso
How much is a hotel in Puerto Vallarta?
Average hotel price in Puerto Vallarta is 1.11 times bigger than average price in United States
| Average hotel price in Puerto Vallarta is: | 1,641 MXN | 97 USD | 89 EURO | 8,876 RUB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hostels prices in Puerto Vallarta are around: | 197 MXN | 12 USD | 11 EURO | 1,063 RUB |
| Price of 1 star hotel in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 406 MXN | 24 USD | 22 EURO | 2,199 RUB |
| Price of 2 star hotel in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 414 MXN | 25 USD | 22 EURO | 2,238 RUB |
| Price of 3 star hotel in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 1,423 MXN | 84 USD | 77 EURO | 7,698 RUB |
| Price of 4 star hotel in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 2,632 MXN | 156 USD | 142 EURO | 14,236 RUB |
| Price of 5 star hotel in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 6,832 MXN | 405 USD | 370 EURO | 36,957 RUB |
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Is food expensive in Puerto Vallarta? How much does an inexpensive meal cost in Puerto Vallarta?
Prices in restaurants in Puerto Vallarta.
| Meal in a cheap restaurant | 150 MXN (75-300) | 8.90 USD (4.40-18) | 8.10 EUR (4.10-16) |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 562 MXN (500-1,100) | 33 USD (30-65) | 30 EUR (27-60) |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 123 MXN (120-150) | 7.30 USD (7.10-8.90) | 6.60 EUR (6.50-8.10) |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 38 MXN (20-50) | 2.20 USD (1.20-3.00) | 2.00 EUR (1.10-2.70) |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 60 MXN (40-85) | 3.60 USD (2.40-5.00) | 3.20 EUR (2.20-4.60) |
| co*ke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 18 MXN (12-22) | 1.10 USD (0.71-1.30) | 0.96 EUR (0.65-1.20) |
| Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 14 MXN (10.00-25) | 0.82 USD (0.59-1.50) | 0.75 EUR (0.54-1.40) |
| Cappuccino (regular) | 53 MXN (25-100) | 3.10 USD (1.50-5.90) | 2.80 EUR (1.40-5.40) |
| Espresso Coffee | 37 MXN (18-70) | 2.20 USD (1.00-4.10) | 2.00 EUR (0.95-3.80) |
| Cheeseburger (fastfood) | 37 MXN (36-45) | 2.20 USD (2.10-2.70) | 2.00 EUR (1.90-2.40) |
Can you eat cheaply in Puerto Vallarta?
How much should you pay for cheese, eggs, milk or oranges in Puerto Vallarta?
Prices in supermarkets in Puerto Vallarta.
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 21 MXN (18-28) | 1.20 USD (1.10-1.70) | 1.10 EUR (0.97-1.50) |
| A loaf of fresh white bread (500g) | 33 MXN (24-55) | 2.00 USD (1.40-3.30) | 1.80 EUR (1.30-3.00) |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 35 MXN (18-50) | 2.10 USD (1.10-3.00) | 1.90 EUR (0.97-2.70) |
| Local Cheese (1kg) | 128 MXN (60-500) | 7.60 USD (3.60-30) | 6.90 EUR (3.20-27) |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 22 MXN (12-42) | 1.30 USD (0.71-2.50) | 1.20 EUR (0.65-2.30) |
| A bottle of wine (Mid-Range) | 200 MXN (50-250) | 12 USD (3.00-15) | 11 EUR (2.70-14) |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 30 MXN (16-45) | 1.80 USD (0.95-2.70) | 1.60 EUR (0.87-2.40) |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 38 MXN (22-75) | 2.20 USD (1.30-4.40) | 2.00 EUR (1.20-4.10) |
| Pack of Cigarettes (Marlboro) | 55 MXN (50-70) | 3.30 USD (3.00-4.10) | 3.00 EUR (2.70-3.80) |
| Chicken breasts (skinless and boneless) - (1kg) | 106 MXN (45-127) | 6.30 USD (2.70-7.50) | 5.70 EUR (2.40-6.90) |
| Apples (1kg) | 46 MXN (15-80) | 2.70 USD (0.89-4.70) | 2.50 EUR (0.81-4.30) |
| Oranges (1kg) | 20 MXN (10.00-49) | 1.20 USD (0.59-2.90) | 1.10 EUR (0.54-2.70) |
| Potatoes (1kg) | 27 MXN (18-55) | 1.60 USD (1.10-3.30) | 1.40 EUR (0.97-3.00) |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 18 MXN (15-40) | 1.10 USD (0.89-2.40) | 1.00 EUR (0.81-2.20) |
| Rice (white) (1kg) | 30 MXN (20-41) | 1.80 USD (1.20-2.40) | 1.60 EUR (1.10-2.20) |
| Tomato (1kg) | 24 MXN (9.00-35) | 1.40 USD (0.53-2.10) | 1.30 EUR (0.49-1.90) |
| Bananas (1kg) | 18 MXN (12-22) | 1.10 USD (0.71-1.30) | 0.96 EUR (0.65-1.20) |
| Onions (1kg) | 26 MXN (9.00-35) | 1.50 USD (0.53-2.10) | 1.40 EUR (0.49-1.90) |
| Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 160 MXN (120-170) | 9.50 USD (7.10-10) | 8.70 EUR (6.50-9.20) |
| Pears (1kg) | 55 MXN (18-96) | 3.30 USD (1.10-5.70) | 3.00 EUR (0.97-5.20) |
| Cucumber (1kg) | 13 MXN (5.00-19) | 0.79 USD (0.29-1.10) | 0.73 EUR (0.27-1.00) |
| Perrier Water (small bottle 0,33l) | 16 MXN (8.60-30) | 0.95 USD (0.51-1.80) | 0.87 EUR (0.47-1.60) |
| Sausages (1kg) | 209 MXN (89-251) | 12 USD (5.30-15) | 11 EUR (4.80-14) |
| Cottage cheese (1kg) | 112 MXN (52-435) | 6.60 USD (3.10-26) | 6.00 EUR (2.80-24) |
| Whisky | 259 MXN | 15 USD | 14 EUR |
| Rum | 139 MXN | 8.20 USD | 7.50 EUR |
| Vodka | 138 MXN | 8.20 USD | 7.50 EUR |
How much do you have to pay for a fuel or a taxi in Puerto Vallarta?
Prices of Transportation and fuel in Puerto Vallarta.
| One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 10.00 MXN (10.00-15) | 0.59 USD (0.59-0.89) | 0.54 EUR (0.54-0.81) |
| Monthly Pass (Regular Price) | 650 MXN (500-800) | 38 USD (30-47) | 35 EUR (27-43) |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | 23 MXN (22-24) | 1.40 USD (1.30-1.40) | 1.30 EUR (1.20-1.30) |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) | 336,000 MXN (260,000-413,000) | 19,000 USD (15,000-24,000) | 18,000 EUR (14,000-22,000) |
| Toyota Corolla 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) | 272,000 MXN (220,000-325,000) | 16,000 USD (13,000-19,000) | 14,000 EUR (11,000-17,000) |
| Taxi starting price (normal tariff) | 50 MXN (50-55) | 3.00 USD (3.00-3.30) | 2.70 EUR (2.70-3.00) |
| Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 19 MXN (10.00-50) | 1.10 USD (0.59-3.00) | 1.00 EUR (0.54-2.70) |
| Taxi 1 hour waiting (normal tariff) | 200 MXN | 12 USD | 11 EUR |
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Is it expensive to live in Puerto Vallarta?
Rent Prices Per Month in Puerto Vallarta.
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 15,000 MXN (10,000-20,000) | 898 USD (592-1,100) | 821 EUR (541-1,000) |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 9,100 MXN (5,000-16,000) | 543 USD (296-947) | 496 EUR (271-866) |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 27,000 MXN (15,000-36,000) | 1,600 USD (888-2,100) | 1,400 EUR (812-1,900) |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 21,000 MXN (18,000-25,000) | 1,200 USD (1,000-1,400) | 1,100 EUR (989-1,300) |
Prices of Utilities (Monthly) in Puerto Vallarta.
| Charges (electricity, heating, water, garbage) for an 85m2 apartment | 1,200 MXN (700-2,500) | 75 USD (41-148) | 69 EUR (38-135) |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile local tariff (No discounts or plans) | 1.50 MXN | 0.09 USD | 0.08 EUR |
| Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) | 587 MXN (420-1,000) | 35 USD (25-59) | 32 EUR (23-54) |
Prices of Sports And Leisure in Puerto Vallarta. How much does a cinema ticket cost in Puerto Vallarta?
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 504 MXN (400-600) | 30 USD (24-36) | 27 EUR (22-32) |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour during a weekend) | 325 MXN (200-375) | 19 USD (12-22) | 18 EUR (11-20) |
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 100 MXN (65-150) | 5.90 USD (3.80-8.90) | 5.40 EUR (3.50-8.10) |
Prices of Clothing And Shoes in Puerto Vallarta.
| 1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) | 721 MXN (350-899) | 43 USD (21-53) | 39 EUR (19-49) |
| 1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M,...) | 421 MXN (250-500) | 25 USD (15-30) | 23 EUR (14-27) |
| 1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) | 1,400 MXN (600-2,000) | 84 USD (36-118) | 77 EUR (32-108) |
| 1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes | 1,500 MXN (500-3,200) | 93 USD (30-195) | 85 EUR (27-178) |
Childcare prices in Puerto Vallarta.
| Preschool (or Kindergarten), Private, Monthly for 1 Child | 3,500 MXN (3,000-4,000) | 212 USD (178-237) | 193 EUR (162-216) |
| International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child | 60,000 MXN (54,000-66,000) | 3,500 USD (3,100-3,900) | 3,200 EUR (2,900-3,500) |
Apartment Price in Puerto Vallarta. How much does a flat in Puerto Vallarta cost?
| Price per square meter for an apartment in city centre | 46,000 MXN (21,000-63,000) | 2,700 USD (1,300-3,700) | 2,500 EUR (1,100-3,400) |
| Price per square meter for an apartment outside of city centre | 26,000 MXN (20,000-31,000) | 1,500 USD (1,200-1,800) | 1,400 EUR (1,100-1,700) |
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What salary do you need to live in Puerto Vallarta?
Salaries And Financing in Puerto Vallarta.
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 8,600 MXN | 509 USD | 465 EUR | |
| Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly | 13.00% (8.90% - 15.00%) | - | - | - |
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Average fuel price in Puerto Vallarta is 1.00 times bigger than average price in United States (fuel prices in Puerto Vallarta for 1 liter = 0.264 gallons)
| Petrol price in Puerto Vallarta is around | 0.94 USD | 0.86 EURO |
| Diesel fuel price in Puerto Vallarta is around | 0.98 USD | 0.90 EURO |
Bus tickets, subway, taxi
Average transport price in Puerto Vallarta is 2.71 times lower than average price in United States
| Local transport. One-way ticket prices in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 0.55 USD | 0.50 EURO |
| Local transport. Monthly pass in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 25 USD | 23 EURO |
| Taxi starting price in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 1.90 USD | 1.80 EURO |
| Taxi – fare for 1km in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 0.41 USD | 0.37 EURO |
| Taxi – waiting time (1 hour) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 9.20 USD | 8.40 EURO |
Meal price in a restaurant
Average price of a meal in a restaurant in Puerto Vallarta is 1.74 times lower than average price in United States
| Budget restaurant (price per 1 person) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 4.70 USD | 4.30 EURO |
| Mid-range restaurant (meal for 2 people) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 23 USD | 21 EURO |
| Fast Food combo in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 5.40 USD | 4.90 EURO |
| Price of a cheeseburger in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 1.70 USD | 1.50 EURO |
| Price of french fries in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 1.50 USD | 1.40 EURO |
| Price of a cappuccino in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 2.30 USD | 2.10 EURO |
| Price of a Coca-Cola or Pepsi (0,5L) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 1.50 USD | 1.40 EURO |
Food prices
Average food prices in Puerto Vallarta are 1.63 times lower than average price in United States
| Price of a local beer (0.3 liter bottle) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 0.96 USD | 0.88 EURO |
| Price of a local beer (0,5 liter bottle) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 1.20 USD | 1.10 EURO |
| Price of an imported beer (0,3 liter bottle) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 1.90 USD | 1.80 EURO |
| Price of an imported beer (0,5 liter bottle) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 2.30 USD | 2.10 EURO |
| Price of table wine in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 8.50 USD | 7.80 EURO |
| Price of cigarettes in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 3.30 USD | 3.00 EURO |
| Price of a Cola/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 0.69 USD | 0.63 EURO |
| Price of Perrier water (0.33 liter bottle) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 0.69 USD | 0.63 EURO |
| Price of water (1.5 liter bottle) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 0.96 USD | 0.88 EURO |
| Price of milk (1 liter bottle) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 1.10 USD | 1.00 EURO |
| Price of bread (0,5 kg) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 1.80 USD | 1.60 EURO |
| Price of eggs (10 pieces) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 1.70 USD | 1.50 EURO |
| Price of cheese (1kg) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 6.30 USD | 5.80 EURO |
| Price of cottage cheese price in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 0.55 USD | 0.50 EURO |
| Price of a sausage (1kg) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 11 USD | 10 EURO |
| Price of a chicken (1kg) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 5.80 USD | 5.30 EURO |
| Price of apples (1kg) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 2.50 USD | 2.30 EURO |
| Price of pears (1kg) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 3.00 USD | 2.80 EURO |
| Price of a oranges (1kg) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 0.96 USD | 0.88 EURO |
| Price of potatoes (1kg) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 1.10 USD | 1.00 EURO |
| Price of a lettuce in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 0.83 USD | 0.76 EURO |
| Price of white rice (1kg) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 1.20 USD | 1.10 EURO |
| Price of tomatoes (1Kg) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 1.20 USD | 1.10 EURO |
| Price of a cucumbers (1kg) in Puerto Vallarta is around: | 0.69 USD | 0.63 EURO |
