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Mexico City 🇲🇽
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| Population | 3,400,000 | 6,578,0179 | 8,850,000 | 8,323,340 | 259,453 | 237,559 | 9,963,452 |
| Official language(s) | German | Spanish | Spanish | English (de facto) | Spanish | Portuguese | Korean |
| Level of English | Very high | Moderate | Moderate | Very high | Moderate | Very High | Moderate |
| Main airport | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) | Cancun International Airport (CUN) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Incheon International Airport (ICN) |
| Most common months to visit | May - September | March - May, September - November | March - May, October, November | April - June, September - November | January - May, October - December | May - September | March - May, September - November |
| Currency | EUR - Euro (€) | EUR - Euro (€) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | USD - US Dollar ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | KRW - South Korean won (₩) |
| Credit cards | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted everywhere | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted almost everywhere | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Average monthly costs | $2200 | $2498 | $1867 | $5431 | $2143 | $1759 | $2184 |
| Rent | $939 | $1174 | $778 | $2891 | $923 | $717 | $797 |
| Groceries | $188 | $175 | $281 | $383 | $127 | $148 | $356 |
| Dining out | $271 | $313 | $182 | $656 | $207 | $280 | $211 |
| Cafe | $57 | $51 | $49 | $72 | $42 | $45 | $69 |
| Coworking space | $174 | $196 | $159 | $326 | $160 | $96 | $222 |
| Mobile internet | $23 | $10 | $25 | $45 | $21 | $21 | $40 |
| Public transportation | $88 | $78 | $11 | $220 | $17 | $95 | $40 |
| Taxis | $58 | $44 | $9 | $78 | $9 | $25 | $41 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $17 | $49 | $24 | $30 | $49 | $10 | $13 |
| Sport and cultural events | $64 | $54 | $81 | $100 | $97 | $45 | $39 |
| Museums and sights | $37 | $20 | $20 | $74 | $217 | $24 | $6 |
| Nightlife | $63 | $82 | $64 | $195 | $77 | $66 | $93 |
| Gym | $66 | $44 | $69 | $55 | $42 | $56 | $69 |
| Yoga | $99 | $142 | $65 | $197 | $54 | $82 | $112 |
| Massage | $56 | $64 | $51 | $109 | $101 | $48 | $75 |
| SIM card options | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Orange, Movistar, Vodafone | Telcel, Movistar | AT&T, Verizon | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | KT, SK Telecom, LG Uplus |
| Tipping | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 15-20% at restaurants, 1 USD per drink at bars | 10-15% for restaurants | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | Not customary or expected |
| Taxi apps | Mytaxi, Uber | Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now | Uber | Uber, Lyft | N/A | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Kakao |
| Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | Heavy and hearty meals with plenty of meat, potatoes and bread | Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors. | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | American. Emphasis on comfort and fast food, with some good seafood dishes. Influence from other regions of the US, North America and the world make NYC a cosmopolitan and international cuisine hub that is incredibly diverse. | Staple dishes from maize, beans, sweet potato and avocado along with meat, chili peppers and other spices | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Emphasis on rice, vegetables, spices and meats. Main dishes are coupled with diverse side dishes and desserts. Strong driking culture. |
| Local food specialities | Currywurst, spätzle, königsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileña, churros | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Pizza, clam chowder, bagels, corned beef, pastrami, cheesecake, hot dogs, and hundred of other international food options. | Chilaquiles, tacos al pastor, chile rellenos, cochinita pibil, tostadas, pozole | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Kimchi, bulgogi, chap chae, mandu, sam gae tang, bossam |
| Eat like a local | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Have some tapas and sangria at a tasca and paella at an authentic eatery. Keep an eye on the time and visit a cafeteria for a mid-afternoon merienda and some churros! | Markets, food stalls, menú del día (cheap set lunch menus) | Delis, local pizza shops, street food stalls and food trucks, food markets, local bakeries and smaller, authentic international cuisine restaurants | Taco stands, esquite stalls, El Fogon, El Pirata, Dona Mary's | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Smaller, local eateries (sikdang), street stalls and local markets |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 85 listings on Happy Cow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 309 options on HappyCow | 72 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 57 options on Happy Cow |