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Best Places to Retire in Mexico

These are great destinations for those looking to retire in a warm, welcoming, and beautiful place. Mexico is home to more North American expat retirees than any other country in the world. Retirement south of the border couldn’t be more convenient.

Considerable factors to select a best place to retire in Mexico

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States with the Best and Worst   Climate

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Tax-Friendly States for Retirees

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States with the Highest and Lowes Cost of Living

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Suitable States for Senior Health

Located on the Pacific Coast, Puerto Vallarta is a beautiful, tourist-friendly town that’s home to tens of thousands of retirees and expats.

Puerto Vallarta

State- Jalisco Population- 400,000 with around 40,000 expats and retirees. Climate- Tropical Cost of living- Around $1000-$1500 per month

Many people retiring in Mexico appreciate the beauty and charm of San Miguel de Allende.

San Miguel de Allende

State- Guanajuato Population- 140,000 with around 10,000 expats. Climate- Mild Cost of living- around $1000-$1500 per month

Mazatlán

With its 11 miles of beaches, Mazatlán is a place where you will find homes located right on the Pacific Ocean. Retirees can enjoy a beautiful walk in the white sand every morning.

State- Sinaloa – Population- around 500,000 – Climate- Tropical savanna – Cost of Living- $1000-$1500 per month

Lake Chapala may be the ideal place to live if you want to be on the lakefront rather than the ocean. It’s noted for its stunning Mexican architecture and high quality of life.

Lake Chapala

State- Jalisco Population- 50,000 in the largest town of Chapala. 10,000-15,000 expats live around the lake. Climate– Mild Cost of living- $1200-$2500 per month

For those who are passionate about culture and art, there may not be a better destination than Oaxaca. It’s common to find artisans selling their wares on the city streets.

Oaxaca City

State- Oaxaca Population- Around 255,000 Climate- Warm subtropical highland Cost of living- $500-$1000 per month

Durango

State- Durango – Population- 654,000 – Climate- Semi-arid – Cost of living- $600-$900 per month

Durango is the capital and largest city in the northern Mexican state with the same name.

If you want to stretch your retirement budget as far as possible, consider a move to the Spanish colonial city of Mérida.

Mérida

State- Yucatán Population- 900,000 in the city proper with around 4,000 expats Climate- Tropical Cost of living- $800-$1200 per month