Is it still possible to live in Playa del Carmen for under $1,000 a month in 2025? After spending three months here, I’m breaking down the real cost of living in this tropical paradise—from rent and groceries to eating out and entertainment. Prices have gone up significantly compared to a few years ago, but with the right tips, you can still make it work on a budget.
In this video, you’ll learn:
💡 How much we spend on rent, food, and more
💡 Tips to save money while living in Playa del Carmen
💡 Why costs are rising and how to adapt
Timestamps
00:00 Is Playa Del Carmen still affordable in 2025?
00:52 How much we pay on Rent in Playa del Carmen
02:52 Groceries, Food, Supplements
03:54 Eating Out
04:17 Fun Stuff
04:26 Laundry
04:27 Boxing Training
04:54 SIM Card
05:05Activities
05:22 Total Cost in Playa Del Carmen
05:42 Can you live under 1000 USD in Playa Del Carmen?
06:02 Extra Tips to save some money 💰
06:04 Where to EAT
06:44 How to buy more for less
07:13 Take advantage of deals
07:50 Avoid Rappi (Service Fees increased tremendously)
08:08 Buy used Bikes as transportation
09:03 Get a Revolut card to safe transaction fees
10:53 Final Thoughts on living under 1000 USD a month in Playa Del Carmen *
💬 Have you visited Playa del Carmen recently? Share your thoughts on its affordability in the comments!
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