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I want to live in Mexico. How much money do I need?
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Күн бұрынCan you afford to live in Mexico on a budget? This is how much money you need per month to live in Mexico and also how much it costs to live here legally.
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In today's video, Jordan will cover 4 topics on the cost of living in Mexico:
- The bare minimum amount of money you need to live in Mexico
- The minimum wage in Mexico and how much Mexicans make in various careers
- The ideal budget for living a comfortable life in Mexico in 2021
- How much you need to get legal residency in Mexico (temporary or permanent)
If you've been wondering whether your social security check will cover your monthly living expenses in Mexico, this video is for you. Jordan will break down a minimalist budget for living cheap in Mexico, comparing that to the minimum wage and average salaries in the country, and explaining whether it's possible to get TR or PR (Temporary Residency or Permanent Residency) on a small budget.
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ABOUT ME
I'm Jordan and am an American living in Mexico with my Husky, Laska. In January of 2018 I left the US to start traveling Mexico. Since then, I've been making travel videos about my life in Mexico, travel tips, Las Vegas tips videos, and advice for those considering moving abroad.
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@TangerineTravels 3 жыл бұрын
If you're interested in moving to Mexico, you might be interested to know the real reasons why many foreigners end up leaving Mexico. We made a video talking about just that: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pbKDlJt-y6y6gIU.html
@stanrusk2522 3 жыл бұрын
Respectfully, I look forward to the feminine angle 📐, cost of clothes, selection, etc. from Maddie on this channel. My girlfriend has different priorities from me.
@alejandromiguel1196 3 жыл бұрын
Gracias por continuar con el canal.
@lahermosajarifa7007 3 жыл бұрын
This kind of info was fascinating especially illustrated.
@blancaf7503 3 жыл бұрын
Great video, Jordan! Hi Maddie, hi Laska! ☀️☀️☀️
@SuiGenerisAbbie 3 жыл бұрын
@@stanrusk2522 Yes, let us hear also from Maddie about this issue, please, if she wants to contribute of course. 😉
@jimdolen225 3 жыл бұрын
I feel you can still both keep this channel alive. Produce content separately and together and we can all watch you both thrive.
@HamiltonRb 3 жыл бұрын
Im going to keep my fingers crossed that they just need a bit of time apart and get back together at some point. I think it is hard to be with anyone at work as as well as live with them 24/7
@MountaintopKitchen 3 жыл бұрын
@@HamiltonRb From what they’ve said, this happened a while back. Sounds like that time since the decision has only firmed up the split, hence the public disclosure. I trust they will both find new, more sustainable paths forward.
@economicist2011 3 жыл бұрын
Exactly. They're not a KZfaq channel anymore. They're a "media group" now 😝
@RobertoLopez-nn8ty 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, I concur. I love to see them together.
@marianmcgrath8058 3 жыл бұрын
Fabulous idea!
@davidbuchan3753 3 жыл бұрын
I applaud you for continuing. Just keep walkin’! We all go through challenges, and it’s how we face them that will define us. Well done!
@swsunsetseeker7285 3 жыл бұрын
Your details on what it costs to get residency was actually more than I've ever heard from KZfaqrs. Thanks for the video! Good job
@ffarmchicken 3 жыл бұрын
I thought it was fascinating. Explained really well.
@skyrizestudios2918 3 жыл бұрын
I love the screen recordings really professionally showing us instead of just telling us. Looking forward to many more
@yvonneacosta2539 3 жыл бұрын
Do not have plans to live in Mexico but this was fascinating. Thank you for the info Jordan. Great to see Laska and Maddie at the end too.
@bryanoverbey 3 жыл бұрын
Hi. Thanks for the upload. Been following for a while. We met in Oaxaca once. You guys should just refer to each other as 'friends' since that's what you are. It comes off a lot more pleasing than ex-girlfriend / ex-boyfriend. My girl lives outside of CDMX and she told me her mom pays $35 USD a month for their 2-bedroom house.
@bakay9566 3 жыл бұрын
Really well done first video in this new chapter. My heart is with you both as you navigate the future of Tangerine Travels but if this video is any example, you'll both do great! Thank you for the Laska appearance and particularly thank you for the Maddie appearance. It reassures us viewers than you can do this together, albeit apart. Keep up the great work!
@bobriensan 3 жыл бұрын
Jordan, this is the first video I've seen you doing alone and I have to say well done! You come across as comfortable, confident, engaging and spoke at a good pace. You smiled more than I remember you smiling in past videos. Keep it up!
@starsparkle999 3 жыл бұрын
I agree, he is smiling a lot more and seems happier and more at peace. His smile is very charismatic and his demeanor is so calming and he is so grounded. I am really impressed. He seems to have matured so much, into being his own man.
@carlbutts6937 3 жыл бұрын
@@starsparkle999 Right on point Linda! You noticed also that Jordon was smiling, happy, peaceful, charismatic, calm, grounded and mature. And I believe you know just like I do that “Behind every successful man there is a great female” and I don’t mean Laska! And when Jordon speaks gaze deeply into his eyes and tell me the truth “Don’t you see a glimmer of Gold………… MaddieGold?
@starsparkle999 3 жыл бұрын
@@carlbutts6937 It's hard to know what goes on inside a person really, I think time will tell. If and when they start dating other people perhaps.
@Solmarlu 3 жыл бұрын
Interesting video Jordan! Well done. Really happy seeing and hearing Maddie's voice saying "gong that bell" as well as seeing Laska! 🥰
@logangrayson4357 3 жыл бұрын
Hey yoli, how're you.??
@carlbutts6937 3 жыл бұрын
Yoli right on! You know like I do that (50%) of Jordon’s Vlog was absent! But Jordon is a class act but his foundation and support was just off camera until gorging the bell time was needed Maybe MaddieGold and JordonSilver is the new innovative direction to travel!
@Linda-kr3fp 3 жыл бұрын
Super helpful video. I like the hands on approach via the screen. I had no idea the prices could be so low. I hope you continue to educate in a kind and gentle manner. You should be a teacher! THANKS
@TangerineTravels 3 жыл бұрын
I'm happy to hear that it was helpful and you liked the picture-in-picture style. I think that's the first time we've ever done that on this channel.
@kennethkilpatrick3758 3 жыл бұрын
I just spent 3 months in Oaxaca. Had a nice room, private bathroom, private entrance, a twin bed, a small table and chair, open closet with two hanging rods, electricity and excellent wifi, no kitchen for 3000 Pesos. Was two blocks from a Chedraui, and an excellent lavanderia across the street. I typically ate out once a day plus brought home snacks from the store. Including incidentals like haircuts, movies, cab rides, the occasional extra meal I probably spent $600 a month. Never felt deprived and could've cut out some of the costs. You're so right about hot water in Oaxaca!
@dat92kid 3 жыл бұрын
It depends from region to region. More touristic regions make more money. EG : My wife has worked as a concierge in the Cancun airport and was making 15k+ pesos a month + the bonuses. Once we moved inland, shes working as a receptionist in a high end hotel and making 6k pesos a month. Pretty much same job requirements. So,as I said,it all depends on how touristic the place is. More tourists,more money to be made.
@adauco 3 жыл бұрын
Did the cost of living change much?
@tjrioux3059 3 жыл бұрын
Jorden: top-notch job! Now I feel I have a realistic idea of my life in Queretaro. Really liked your short and to-the-point presentation of financial requirements. So wonderful to see Laska and most especially (with a heart tug) the sweetest gal on the whole web!!
@chrislangley4029 3 жыл бұрын
Great job Jordan. Nice to see Laska and a nice cameo by Maddy at the end. So happy to see the videos continuing. Yall are wonderful.
@Hectorien 3 жыл бұрын
I see that time at the gym is paying off. Jordan getting swole!
@TheCrazyNusha 3 жыл бұрын
Was happy to see both Laska and then Maddie at the end. Great job!
@jonscott75219 3 жыл бұрын
Hi, Jordan! I have watched a whole bunch of videos on this topic and yours stands out (in a good way). Really enjoyed watching and wish you both the best going forward. We moved to Queretaro January 2021 and just yesterday went to INS to pick up our tarjeta of Permanent Residency after getting our Permanent Visa in New Orleans last month. The information you provide in your video is pretty much (really almost entirely) everything we found out along the way as well. It's going to be very helpful to others who are contemplating a move here. As in most places around the world, housing, food, transportation, and medical costs are probably the biggest expenses for most people - and education if you have children. Those costs definitely can vary based on your preferences and needs. I imagine there are people living on $300 USD monthly, and of course on 10x or even 20x that amount, and of course, it's all about what people need or want to be happy. Your calm and thoughtful manner was very enjoyable to watch and I hope you do more of these videos, perhaps talking with people from all walks of life and discussing the cost of Internet, water, electricity, groceries, rent, car payments, and issues related to banking, car and home insurance, license plates, getting a Mexican drivers license, et cetera.
@Kendognavy22 3 жыл бұрын
Good job. I know it’s hard without Maddy. It’ll get easier in time. I’ll keep watching. :)
@TangerineTravels 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Kenny
@lindaobrien8538 3 жыл бұрын
I like you both..and your pup.wish you well.i live in ajijic but enjoy your videos.pls keep them up.enjoy different perspectives.
@starsparkle999 3 жыл бұрын
@@yellow2560 Their video about the break up explains that. He wants children and she does not.
@Kendognavy22 3 жыл бұрын
I started watching you guys about a year ago. I am relocating to China from Washington States in a few week. Although you are in Mexico you helped be prepare living outside the US. Thanks for that.
@Ex-PokerGuy 3 жыл бұрын
@@contribution741 I think it's weird that Maddie rather to adopt than have her own kids. I don't want kids myself but if I was to have kids I would want my own instead of adopt.
@efraingbj 3 жыл бұрын
Great video Jordan! As a Mexican I think your figures are quite right, $6,000 MXN a month is the lower limit but to be fair you would be struggling a lot (if not suffering) and $20,000 MXN would be good enough for a nice lifestyle but it will depend on the city, in big cities that amount would be for 1 person, or 2 without savings or traveling that much. Most likely the combined income of a young couple with college degrees and certain job experience would be easily greater than $20k MXN.
@MarcosElMalo2 3 жыл бұрын
Something left out is social context. By this I mean that a Mexican wage earner is not living like an extranjero without roots or family. The extranjero lacks those connections that the Mexicano takes for granted. This social context has economic implications!
@jimbig3997 2 жыл бұрын
$300/mo is a minimum for a single man in Mexico. But your true cost of living all depends on how many women you have.
@inmyopinion651 2 жыл бұрын
@@jimbig3997 That is worldwide. Not just in Mexico lol
@munozconnie 3 жыл бұрын
i love listening to you, you are so logical, you have great points and tips, even though im older and have more life experiences and have lived in mexico for 2 years, i look up to you because of your logic and you explain so easily to understand.
@KOrnhOliO1 3 жыл бұрын
So true!
@fruitypebblez3404 3 жыл бұрын
Good comment . So true.
@logangrayson4357 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Connie, how are you..?
@carlbutts6937 3 жыл бұрын
Yes Connie Jordon is the man. He owns such a wealth of knowledge and speaks with wisdom. His fact finding is amazing. Some of my experiences which mirror things he speaks about in his vlog are right on point and accurate. He Jordon didn’t live it he sure has researched it and has gained the knowledge. But Jordon get back out there on the streets of Mexico and walk and talk to us about your experiences with a live background not a blank wall. Connie I trust that Jordon will continue to (Inspire and Motivate) to travel and experience life in Mexico. By the way Connie when Jordon lifted up “Laska” did she appear to be questioning the whereabouts of Maddie or was that just my imagination?
@munozconnie 2 жыл бұрын
@@carlbutts6937 she showed up at the very end....like the last 10 seconds...
@frankrowell2129 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Jordan! I've watched so many videos on living expenses in Mexico, this one is the most helpful I've seen.
@TangerineTravels 3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@adrianm111 3 жыл бұрын
Agree! Really well done!
@carlbutts6937 2 жыл бұрын
@@TangerineTravels Jordon and Maddie please keep up the outstanding work you both do. Please continue to bring your viewers what I call JordonSilver the mirror Vlog of MaddieGold! And please give consideration to an occasional “Laska Barks” Vlog of the Husky’s view of life in Mexico. Inspection, Motivation and Attention to true facts and detailed commentary! You know the quality and signature vlogs that your fan base, viewers and subscribers appreciate and desire!
@nancep7043 3 жыл бұрын
Great video! It was nice to see Laska she’s a beautiful dog. It was great to see Maddie at the end, it kind of hard realizing your not a couple. I’ll get use to it. Your break down of monthly expenses was a great job because I could follow what you were saying.
@carlbutts6937 2 жыл бұрын
High Nance! I want to see Laska take both Jordon and Maddie back to “Pena de Bernal” and climb that rock to the top and bark all the way back down! Jordon and Maddie could take turns commenting on the history of the city Bernal and what a day in the life of a dog would be like there!
@philexile0 3 жыл бұрын
Great first solo video Jordan!
@anji5635 3 жыл бұрын
Interesting content. Happy to see you and Laska doing videos alone.
@koolkat4696 3 жыл бұрын
Great video Jordan! I am happy Maddie made a "guest appearance" at the end. I'd hate to think the relationship is so bad that you can't be in the same room together. Continue the great work!
@misty2montana1 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info since it is an excellent and realistic breakdown of what it could cost to live in Mexico.
@vivianhart8579 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jordan. Interesting discussion on cost of living in Mexico.
@Rhaspun 3 жыл бұрын
I watched another video and the couple had recently went back to the US to take of some personal business and to visit relatives and friends. They couldn't believe how much it can cost for a hamburger/fries and a drink now. It was in the high teens per person.
@tomassonparker2398 2 жыл бұрын
That’s a lovely hair you there and I admire it so much So tell me are they real or you fixed it
@davidpeterson5135 3 жыл бұрын
My condolences on the breakup. Having said that, please keep making videos, Jordan. This particular video was great, just what I wanted to see and hear.
@Jimmydog777 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video Jordan. You both changed my life two years ago late 2019. I never thought about seeing Mexico. It was you and Maddie OMG who helped me take the two vacations of a lifetime. I first went to Guadalajara did the tequila train and even knowing very little Spanish met some of the most wonderful people ever. I then went back but this time Mazatlan for a week. On my last day the hotel workers brought me to the Oyster Club the most popular nightclub in Mazatlan. I danced with a lovely young woman who worked as a waitress at the Inn I was staying and they even picked me up in a chair and paraded me around the club. It was a majical night that will last a lifetime. I am still in touch with most of them and love my Mexican connection. Please let my story ease your heartache and help to realize your importance in your mission.❤️
@starsparkle999 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, love your story. Meeting people who you feel really appreciate you, see you and connect with you, from the heart, it seems so rare and it's such a morale boost.
@Kelly-ps3ew 3 жыл бұрын
Finally!! A video about Mexico that is not geared towards rich people. Thank you so much for this video! Amazing information!!!! Every tiny detail of information that you put into this video is very much appreciated!!!!! Too many things to list. Thank you so much 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
@obsidianstang6296 3 жыл бұрын
Great job, Jordan! This is the best cost of living video I have ever seen from any vlogger in any country - and I have seen a ton! Why? 1. You actually show the process of getting on Facebook and how to search. 2. You show different tiers of budget including the worst case scenario 'survival budget' AND the budget for qualifying for residence permit. No one does that. It's always someone's opinion of the least they'd be willing to 'lower themselves' to and that's always $1,500 - $2,500. Very irritating. For us digital nomads, sometimes we are riding high on $5k-$10k in a single month but sometimes things go sideways and we are scraping for survival with $300. I wish everyone would do this video in every country. No, actually, scratch that. They don't deserve all the views. I wish you can do this video in all the other cool countries, at least in South and Central America: Nicaragua, Peru, Colombia, etc. Thanks again for a great video and keep it up!
@RebeccaOre 3 жыл бұрын
Nicaragua has a minimum now of $1000 a month. Most Nicaraguans are two income families and may have inherited a house. The new minimum allows dependents at $150 per month per dependent. Rentals vary a lot.
@carlbutts6937 2 жыл бұрын
OS you nailed it! Very thought provoking and you really focused in on Jordon’s fact finding. Great Comment!
@dumajimo 2 жыл бұрын
So you are the type of immigrant who doesnt pay taxes in Mexico but still uses public services right? How about instead of calling yourself "digital nomad" you call yourself an ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT in Mexico? And no, your "tourist money" doesnt compensate for the tax evasion, extra use of public services and potential drug habits you bring.
@Stoney_Snark 3 жыл бұрын
So many variables, yet in Mexico, so many options. That’s what makes it so great!!
@mexicoliving4492 3 жыл бұрын
Your right, we live off $150 my wife and i. We have one dog, two cats and 3 pigs. We live better than some other people in the community and we also eat out sometimes. I think this is because i mase my own house and i dont pay rent.
@anitahamlin2411 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jordan. You and Maddie are an inspiration. I was down there looking as the pandemic began. I left a piece of my heart there and plan on being back soon if I can escape California! I felt more free there than the US. We have many restrictions in US. The language barrier is a little difficult but with translator apps I had no problems. People are so different there. The pace of life is slower and it was nice to see the humanity of the Mexican society. I know they have problems, but so does the US. I think moving forward more and more Americans are going to do this. There is a quality of life that American society just doesn't have. Happiness comes from within and consumerism is way over rated. May your journey continue happily and safely!
@carlbutts6937 2 жыл бұрын
Anita this is Carl and I want to thank you for your comments. I find that both Maddie and Jordon (Inspire and motivate)! It’s kind of like if Jordon can do it so can I. I’ve managed to navégate the Pandemic in Baja and I agree 100% that when I leave California and cross the border into Mexico 🇲🇽 it’s as if I’m actually floating and drifting away from the hustle, bustle and stress of the day to day grind. My drive down the Baja Pacific Coast just sets me free and embraces my soul in a new and loving culture. Did you know an authentic Carne Asada Taco tastes so much better when it’s eaten while watching the sun setting into the dark blue ocean! I also use an app on my phone to speak English into my phone and Spanish exits but I’m sure makes me lazy and unwilling to learn Spanish the old fashioned way! I truly believe that the difference in the people you meet in Mexico and the slower pace of life enhances the quality of my life and opens my mind to new positive personal points of view! Anita you said “Happiness comes from within” and I agree that statement is the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth so let’s live in Mexico!
@tomassonparker2398 2 жыл бұрын
That’s a lovely hair you there and I admire it so much So tell me are they real or you fixed it
@cherelann 3 жыл бұрын
The ending of this video made me cry. It is so admirable that you and Maddie are figuring out this transition in way that compliments your shared journey. Updates on how Laska is handling the new arrangement would be welcomed :).
@talesfromtheleashexpatdogl1426 3 жыл бұрын
I have a Bernese Mountain Dog and a small malix a couple blocks from Paseo de Montejo in Centro Merida and I pay 10000 MXN ($500 USD) for my small house(mini split in bedroom & living room) with a great garden. It's furnished and includes gas, water, garbage & internet. My house is around 1000 sq ft. My CFE bill is approximately $50-75 monthly(it's that high because I run both mini splits 24/7 for my Berner)...that's about 1/3rd of what my light bill was in US.
@ricardo_cn 3 жыл бұрын
Hi. Renting near Paseo de Montejo for that price it's a good price! Regards
@MUSICBOY183 3 жыл бұрын
Hey I wasn’t expecting that end with beautiful Maddie . Love you guys
@johnmilus2889 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you, thank you. I finally feel like I have an overview of this topic ! I actually feel as if I could plan this out as you have shown. Nicely, nicely done !
@genevieve1717 2 жыл бұрын
One of the best videos I've seen around this topic of cost of living. Realistic, honest without judgment towards those on lower budgets. Really enjoyed this one. Thanks Jordan!
@shakeonthemove 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Jordan, Got my permanent visa stamped on my passport here in Atlanta. I tried for 3 weeks trying to make an appointment online. No one answering on phone either. So I drove 2 hours into Atlanta and walked into the Mexican consulate. The security guards informed me that they weren’t accepting any new applications and to come back in a month. Long story short, it’s amazing what can happen when you start speaking Spanish. The 1 lady who handles visas came down from her office. She also told me that they were full at this time. Again I started speaking Spanish and had my visa later that same day. I made contact with a lawyer in Oaxaca city who will help with the second half. He only charges 2, 100 pesos and came highly recommended in the Oaxaca Facebook group. Ok, all I need to do now is sell my rv and then off to Oaxaca. Cheers
@georgesheptak5657 3 жыл бұрын
Jorden, you did an excellent job on everything in this vid., you have taken a lot of mystery out of So many things that I always think about. Keep up the good work. Sure looking forward to more Vids from you all.
@SamSitar 3 жыл бұрын
he is very easy to follow.
@isaaccarranza5980 3 жыл бұрын
Good job Jordan. Keep working. You have a fan in Panamá.
@maryjanecc2961 3 жыл бұрын
Well done Jordan! Keep moving forward! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
@tomassonparker2398 2 жыл бұрын
That’s a lovely hair you there and I admire it so much So tell me are they real or you fixed it
@imafine1 3 жыл бұрын
Good news! Many are not clear on the residency requirements. I got temporary residency solely based on my savings account, NOT on income! I was unemployed-ZERO income-when the Mexican Consulate in Miami initiated the visa. The visa is granted based on monthly income OR savings. You just have to show you can support yourself for a year in Mexico and therefore won’t be a burden to the Mexican people and government. Hope this information helps those who, like me, don’t meet the monthly income requirement.
@debrasetty3417 3 жыл бұрын
Well done, Jordan. Highly professional. Your speak is clear and your information is understandable. We would love to see more of your work. Rock on.
@TallSarah77 3 жыл бұрын
Another easy to watch, informative video! Jordan you did great! I love the Laska and Maddie cameo at the end! Hugs!! 💃❤️
@carlbutts6937 2 жыл бұрын
@Keanu Reeves Come on man “Matrix 5” really?
@carlbutts6937 2 жыл бұрын
@Keanu Reeves Hello Keanu Reeves how are you? I read several of you comments and for a second I thought is this the “Keanu Reeves” then I Googled you! Bother it’s always good to hear from a “Tangerinie”!
@carlbutts6937 2 жыл бұрын
@Keanu Reeves Baja Norte nearly eight years now! And where do you reside?
@BoBurson 2 жыл бұрын
I live comfortably in Puebla, Mexico, for $275 US/mo. 2500 pesos ($125 US) for rent on a very nice studio with all bills paid (including wifi). Has hot water in shower only. My daily budget of 100 pesos ($5 US) is ample since I cook at home and don’t drink alcohol.
@deenamoody8162 3 жыл бұрын
Jordan, great video with valuable information. Keep up the great work! You seem more relaxed and smiling more. I really enjoyed the cameo from Maddy & Laska
@afaves4665 3 жыл бұрын
This was great info.. thanks, Jordan!
@nancyoppegard6665 3 жыл бұрын
REALLY good video, Jordan, very helpful. Good luck with everything. Enjoy your vids!
@chrystalholley5545 3 жыл бұрын
This video has great quality because you not only discussed prices, but you actually showed us how to look for things on the internet. My husband and I love you, Maddie, and Laska, whether together or not. Thank you for being so kind to each other.
@logangrayson4357 3 жыл бұрын
Hey beautiful smile Chrystal, how're you.?
@TG-us7hc 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video, one of the most informative you've done, showing how you actually research things online was really helpful!
@laurenm5335 3 жыл бұрын
Super informative video, Jordan. Thank you for all the info! Can’t wait to see your individual journeys through Mexico
@jondcarson52 3 жыл бұрын
¡Bien hecho, Jordan! The question is so general... it is like "what does it cost to live in the US? Smalltown, West Virginia, not so much, Manhattan or Greenwich, Connecticut, just a tad more. Great examples on Mexican income levels. The thought of renting anything anywhere in the US for less than $100/month is mind boggling. Hi to Maddie and Laska...
@StoneyVintson 3 жыл бұрын
Wow! The prices for renting a furnished room in Santiago de Querétaro Querétaro are less expensive than Guadalajara Jalisco. Though in Guadalajara I utilize the shared bike system "mibici" which has many stations throughout the central part of the city. An annual membership is the best deal at about 428 pesos. Currently, I pay 3790 pesos per month for a very small substandard room. I have seen places for 3300 pesos that are adequate. Below that it is pretty rough. Be careful about giving someone a deposit. I recommended places to a "pocho" Mexican American and learned that someone had shown them a room and they disappeared after taking the deposit. Also, shop around in different neighborhoods and shops to find good quality and economical prices. For example, you can look around a "Mercado de Abastos" where the restaurants shop and stretch your pesos. You can even buy difficult to find vegetables like brussel sprouts "coles de brusela". Difficult to find uniform sized large eggs for less than 61 pesos per 30 eggs. I was spoiled by the high quality Reed and Colins avacados in Colombia, so I no longer buy the expensive Hass avacados in GDL.
@MountaintopKitchen 3 жыл бұрын
Querétaro and Morelia are equal-sized cities. Here in Morelia $2,000 pesos ($100 USD) will only get you a room in a shared house or student housing. But that’s something.
@davidjasso178 2 жыл бұрын
@@MountaintopKitchen Queretaro is more expensive.
@bigskyblessing 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video Jordan! Super proud of you both on how you are continuing your business and working week together as only friends. Both of you are amazing.
@tommaricle1782 3 жыл бұрын
I love your videos. Sad to hear about the break up but hope you are both happy and it's good to see you're still friends. Best wishes.
@luisfelipecamacho8412 3 жыл бұрын
A side note of minimum wage: In Mexico minimal wage is calculated on a 30-day month basis. That's right, in Mexico the 30 days of the month are paid in two payments per month (quincenas). Also I'm not sure if in US you have the concept of "aguinaldo" but it's a year bonus payment Mexican workers recieve, apart from vacation payment. It is calculated as well based on your daily salary, some companies offer 30 days of "aguinaldo", so technically some Mexicans are paid 13 months a year
@TangerineTravels 3 жыл бұрын
That's very helpful, thanks Luis!
@carlbutts6937 3 жыл бұрын
Luis your comment was factual and seriously needed to give viewers a truthful overview of the Mexican workers wage earnings and livelihood. I have several acquaintances who own a small businesses who’s gross income exceeds $5,000 US dollars each month but he has what I call (GO) meaning “Ghost Overhead” cost. His wife and Mother-in law are his full time employees and he employs two others. After he pays wages, utilities, space rental, stock and supplies his income earnings makes him from my observation a surviver. If he were in America working his chosen profession he would be earning five time his gross and living comfortably. A good honest man providing a commodity and service to the public but just surviving. I wish the fact you have brought to our attention would have some how enhanced his lifestyle. Thank you for sharing. Carl
@BigJdoinBigThangz 3 жыл бұрын
Great ending 👏🏼 👌🏽 💙
@PaulDilla 2 жыл бұрын
Man dude Jordan is going to love life as a single dude living in Mexico. Best decision ever.
@frankfalcon6372 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent job on this video. It is great to see that you both are working so hard to keep the channel going. It's good to see both of you on the screen together if only for a few seconds and working on these videos as a team.
@youthinkyouknow343 3 жыл бұрын
It looks like I'll end up going back to living in Mexico. U.S. expenses keep rising but I never was able to make really good earnings. Also because I'm getting old chances are that I will eventually need affordable health care. That's a problem with no easy solution in the U.S. By living in Mexico for half my life I understand its limitations. Infrastructure is below American standards for a good part of the country, corruption and crime are tangible in certain areas, and most places don't have the level of convenience you can find in most of the U.S. All that said, I really feel Mexico gives you a better value for your money. As for the culture, I feel that is not for most Americans, they would need to leave behind expectations that Mexico needs to be more like the U.S., moving to a different country usually requires a good deal of adaptability. If possible try a few cities for at least a few months at the time to get the feeling of what it's like to live in a particular place before making any decision. Don't underestimate the effects of being in a different country from where family and friends are.
@larrypryor8810 3 жыл бұрын
I’m sorry but this breakup makes me sad.
@Olivetree80 3 жыл бұрын
It makes sense, but I'm so happy they're still able to be friends, and and that there wasn't a dramatic tie.
@carlitosway7234 2 жыл бұрын
me too
@mrcoffee6811 2 жыл бұрын
Here in Ajijic, there are many Mexicans who live here on very low income. They can do this because they live in their family home with their parents and siblings and have no rental expenses. Furthermore, with their collective incomes, they can share the cost of food, utilities, and other expenses. In this town, the minimum income required for a single person to live a simple life, renting a studio apartment, is about $900 per month.
@eduardoflores982 3 жыл бұрын
I am so happy that you decided to continue with the channel, you are one of the few channels that I have subscribed, you have invested a lot in it and your content is so unique and honest that I am sure you have a great future with it. I loved the video, Jordan, as a Mexican, I can say your numbers are so true and you made me feel so good to know that I am in that 1% top earners, I and didn't know that. I think it was a great touch to have Laska and Maddie at the end of the video, I am happy waiting for you next video, best wishes to you both.
@ellijay1961 3 жыл бұрын
Glad to see ya'll hanging together, I got a smile when Mattie popped in. I have been in Comitan for over 2 years and love it, however it does get a little chilly sometimes
@efrainjimenez5361 3 жыл бұрын
comitan chiapas
@ellijay1961 3 жыл бұрын
si
@efrainjimenez5361 3 жыл бұрын
san cristobal chiapas es frio
@ellijay1961 3 жыл бұрын
@@efrainjimenez5361 Yes a little, where are you ? si poco, donde estas ?
@efrainjimenez5361 3 жыл бұрын
veracruz
@SatansTesticls 3 жыл бұрын
A lot of people make it seem like you can have a luxury lifestyle with little money, so when you come to Mexico you get disappointed. This was a great video with good info. Thank you Jordan :)
@HamiltonRb 3 жыл бұрын
He will find that other than food, it is more expensive as a single person than as a couple, because he still needs housing, electricity, internet & vehicle but only one income
@logangrayson4357 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Asuna, how're you..?
@ramblingrose7375 3 жыл бұрын
Have followed your channel for awhile and was happy to see you are going solo now. We all need the kind of presentation you offer without all the relationship drama going on. Many are looking for alternatives and need good sound advice and you seem to be delivering that. Knowing the language as you said will offer better opportunities. Keep up the great work! Thank you.
@jackieallen4866 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for doing this video!! I am travelling on a budget and this information was EXCEPTIONALLY clear and helpful! As a Canadian who lives a very simple life at home, it was awesome to get information geared towards day to day living rather than "tourist" information!!
@carlbutts6937 2 жыл бұрын
Jackie I like the down to earth approach that you term as “Day to Day Livining”! The story of my life! A budget is a fact the echos each purchasing decision of our lives. On a budget I’m not able to live my dream to reality but I can still live and dream! The simple life is a good one!
@bloodorangemoon 3 жыл бұрын
Great vlog today, I'm wondering if you'd do a more in dept view of what a more generous budget would be....say on a 6 figure salary working remotely. I keep telling my husband we'd live like Kings if he'd just be willing to learn a little Spanish!
@TangerineTravels 3 жыл бұрын
Great idea! I could definitely do that!
@alpz6295 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, even with $2000 dollars a month, you would be living extremely well, you could even have people come and clean your house and all that
@MarcosElMalo2 3 жыл бұрын
With a six figure U.S. salary, your husband wouldn’t need to learn Spanish. You just hire people that speak English to handle the daily business of life. I think it would be kind of sad to live like that, but I know people that do it. You’ll probably want to find a town that already has an expat community and built-in gringo-servicing infrastructure.
@carlbutts6937 3 жыл бұрын
Seriously Laura a six figure income! Well I’m sure you personally would not live like a “King” but you could live like a “Queen” or is Spanish a “Reina”! I won’t make the personal claim of a six figure income but five figures is very comfortable nearly everywhere in Mexico. And yes Jordon should Vlog on four, five, six figure incomes as well as “Expats” living on social security income and those who have growing wealth like Jordon. Great comment Laura!
@patricphillip8591 3 жыл бұрын
Great job Jordan... but where are the gecko t-shirts? We NEED to see them. We love them. Pleeeease!
@collidingforces9589 3 жыл бұрын
tOtAlLy! Jordan rocks those fun t-shirt. Much love from DC.
@jodijacobsonworld 3 жыл бұрын
Great Video, Jordan! I'm thinking of moving to Merida quite soon and this was so incredibly helpful. You're doing an awesome job creating new solo content. Keep at it.
@JerryBrownTravels 3 жыл бұрын
After living in Mexico for 13 years now Lori and I get questions what it cost to live in Mexico we have found it realistically for one person to live here and I mean really live here taking care of things like car insurance, doctors, medical check ups, property taxes, vehicle registrations, of course all the living expenses like house expense, food etc. etc. of course we like to travel so traveling expense in Mexico as you to do so there’s extra hotels beside your monthly rental on your homebase property the extra gasoline and food when we’re traveling. For a single person on average as I said what our experience has been it’s $1500 a month to $2000 a month for a couple $2000 a month to $2500 a month. That’s taken into consideration that you’re living in a comfortable clean home, Apartment, With US standards such as Internet, House cleaning service, all utilities such as hot water heaters in the home ( for people who have never lived in Mexico they think it’s funny that you would incorporate a hot water heater we would take it for granite that would automatically come with any house you rent but not always if you’re renting something for $300 a month then you taking cold showers.) yes the person can live here on $1000 a month but are they really considering all their expenses there probably not traveling and maybe they’re not even considering that you’re paying for expenses outside of Mexico such as a storage unit, maybe car insurance on an extra car they’re storing it in the states, banking expenses outside of Mexico etc. a lot of people when they look at videos they may give them a low,low price but is it realistic is it really their expense are they calculating everything correctly. We log everything on a day-to-day basis even down to a cup of coffee so for us and we do not live on that low low standard more of a medium standard so we feel our numbers are very realistic. We feel responsible to portray realistic expectation of living here in Mexico. ( even though we have interviewed people who do live on $300 a month ) Jordan keep doing what you do it’s appreciated by all.
@gailvial 3 жыл бұрын
Could you do a info video on where the lest expensive city to live in coupled with being the safest . And where they maybe a good number of expats from English speaking countries.
@grandmalovesmebest 3 жыл бұрын
@@phill7573 thanks! Mexico is my boathole. Senior lady on SS will soon be unable to pay rent in the US. Pray the pandemics end by next summer.☮
@lindaobrien8538 3 жыл бұрын
Praying the pandemic ends soon I feel it is better to live in Mex during this awful time you can walk, plenty of sun, restaurants with gardens and spacing, mandatory masks. Gels distancing
@carlbutts6937 3 жыл бұрын
Gail this Carl and I live in Baja but it’s not inexpensive! And by the way I don’t mean Tijuana with 1.6 million people but Playas, Rosarito and Ensenada are on the Pacific Ocean and I know quite a few Mexican Nationals survive on $500 US dollars per month. Well safety is what you make it from my observation and my Spanish is limited to the “Google Translate” App! Yes and even though the peso is the basic denomination the US dollar is accepted everywhere. Check it out more than 500,000 Americans and Expats either own businesses or work across the border in California earning very good wages but live as a resident in Baja at less than 50% of the cost of living in the USA. Please take the time to check it out!
@nancyj.taylor4090 3 жыл бұрын
Very useful video, Jordan. Thank you!
@alfredogarcia3190 2 жыл бұрын
I just retired here in the USA . I have my own house here in Mexico State of Veracruz. I spent 4 wonderful months I thought I spent an average of $1200 to $1500 dollars., boy I lived like a king. Yes your money goes fur in Mexico I do plan to moved there permanently.
@dimitritkhinvaleli3139 3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful job, Jordan! Way more informational than previos ones, I should admit.
@ZaBuZaMoMoChi86 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing video! Helped me out even further understanding how to look for a rent! Completely forgot the FB marketplace! October is closing in and the big day is coming!
@ZaBuZaMoMoChi86 3 жыл бұрын
@Belltown Daisy ehm... I'm moving to Mexico!
@ZaBuZaMoMoChi86 3 жыл бұрын
@Belltown Daisy Hope you'll manage to! 💪🏻🙏🏻
@jaygannon3560 3 жыл бұрын
@@ZaBuZaMoMoChi86 lol you are not alone. i am planning on leaving California for Mexico too. The US is just to expensive, mostly everywhere, and it gonna get worse. ATM, the only thing keeping me here is family.
@ZaBuZaMoMoChi86 3 жыл бұрын
@@jaygannon3560 same goes for Italy. The price/quality of life coefficient is getting worse and worse. Not to mention the police state we're living nowadays...
@starsparkle999 3 жыл бұрын
@@ZaBuZaMoMoChi86 What part of Mexico and what attracted you to that part?
@licorishsoil 3 жыл бұрын
This was super useful! Just what I needed! Thank you!
@jamiekenyon2401 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this great information Jordan. I especially appreciate your tips on searching in Spanish on the Mexican sites rather than the expat or English sites. I have never been to Mexico but have been so inspired by you and Maddie. So glad you're going to keep this going. My husband and I are planning a vacation to Mexico in December. It's so hard to decide where! You have shown us so many great places! We hope to eventually live in Mexico! Hang in there - You're doing a great job!
@logangrayson4357 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Jamie, how re you..?
@ruthmartinez7728 2 жыл бұрын
Your last two videos I’ve seen I have definitely been enlightened. Thx Mr. Jordan. Respect!
@davidday2373 3 жыл бұрын
Great premise... 👍 How about some apartment tours?
@rubenjimenez9993 3 жыл бұрын
Keep up the great work guys. I’ll be watching and learning from noth of you.
@vikki4now 3 жыл бұрын
Seems like you've got this Jordan. Great to see your amazing content.
@TheStockSimpleton 3 жыл бұрын
Best up to date info about this topic on KZfaq. Great insights and tips. Keep up the awesome work.
@ThePerfectPink85 3 жыл бұрын
Great job, Jordan! The “ama de llaves”occupation was higher earning because they’re different than a regular housekeeper. An ama de llaves works for upper-class families, who live in mansions. The ama de llaves is in charge of supervising many maids and other employees. In case of being a man, he is called a butler.
@TangerineTravels 3 жыл бұрын
That’s very helpful, thank you!
@TangerineTravels 3 жыл бұрын
What's a housekeeper? Ama de casa?
@sollarahome 3 жыл бұрын
@@TangerineTravels ama de CASA it’s a stay a home mom, a housekeeper is a criada o muchacha
@carlbutts6937 2 жыл бұрын
@@TangerineTravels Yes but what does a “Ama de Llaves” earn monthly if the are in charge of all maids? And why.can’t a regular trusted housekeeper do the managing and directing of the Gardner, Maintenance Man and other hired help?
@luciadiazrobles7122 2 жыл бұрын
@@TangerineTravels It’s a muchacha or señora de la limpieza (cleaning lady). ‘Criada’ is less frequent but could also apply
@catspurr9705 3 жыл бұрын
I just found you today. I’m binge watching your videos, you are very helpful! So much information. Thank you!!!
@dharmaitri8506 2 жыл бұрын
Great video Jordan! I think you'll thrive on your own. I stopped watching the channel when Maddie made a couple of um... what I thought were a bit of insensitive comments about Mexican culture but I always liked your down to earth easy demeanor. Plus I always thought you would end up dating a Mexican girl here in Mexico. Lol. Now that you'll be making videos on your own I get to see Laska again (whom I missed seeing these past couple of years). It was sweet seeing her at the end of the video. Ánimo Jordan!
@ccoolstuff1 2 жыл бұрын
Another informative video, thank you Jordan. I think you are doing beautifully on your own with gorgeous Laska. I do wish you both well and continued great success 😉🦮🐈🐕🐾
@gregmedbourn5347 3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic… these are the questions.. I was thinking about.. I’m 58 years old and single.. Thank you ..
@yolieslife1111 3 жыл бұрын
Great detailed information, not everyone breaks down the information as well as you did. Thank you!!! Will always be a fan of Tangerine Travels.
@TerryTuckerfloridapicker 3 жыл бұрын
Great video Jordan. This was one of the most comprehensive videos on this topic that I've seen.
@ericeverson5956 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. You really packed it full of content, much of which I was looking for. Thanks much.
@cesartaker 3 жыл бұрын
I really really liked this video and I also liked that at the end Maddie appeared😃. I will miss the videos together 😔
@starsparkle999 3 жыл бұрын
I think their plan is to do some videos individually and also do some with them together, as friends.
@vernerobirds9115 3 жыл бұрын
I have a lot of experience with people who immigrated to the United States from Mexico. From what they say it’s extremely easy to find a job that will earn you enough to make a living in Mexico. But it’s difficult to make enough to live the lifestyle they wanted. So yes you can live very cheaply there. But it will be a far different lifestyle than us Americans see as normal.
@fictionweaver81 3 жыл бұрын
The key is to become independent. Working for someone else makes it hard to make a lot of money in MX, but if you create a business the opportunities open up. I know a lot of people with businesses and for the most part they make great money and have a good lifestyle. It’s more difficult to do so as an employee
@leromerom 3 жыл бұрын
I believe you can build your own brand, remember you and your followers will keep evolving the key thing is to understand is finding the right path. Good luck!
@cindyjohnson1456 3 жыл бұрын
Great job, Jordan. We learned a lot from this video-esp. where to search for a place to live. Please do keep TT up and running. We really appreciate both of you. You remind me of my husband. He is the numbers guy and I do planning and logistics. Hope to visit Qro next March!
@mrfrisky2997 3 жыл бұрын
Well done mate!
@CareerWatch 3 жыл бұрын
Great video! I live in DC and pay almost 2k per month in rent. It doesn't feel great.
@gordonkleaman8780 3 жыл бұрын
Great job, I have wondered about this for years. Clearest explanations based on common sense.
@theyayo 3 жыл бұрын
Jordan, mexican here. I think those salaries are before taxes and social security (IMSS), which total is around 35%. So the $20,000 pesos civil enginer salary downs to $15,000 and the $12,000 of the Nurse downs to $8,400. If you work by your own that is a complete different story. As you said, many windshield washers earn way better than some profesionals.
@istrala 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this information! I was wondering about taxes and if the salary information was for take home pay or before taxes were deducted. That also explains why it's most typical for there to be multiple incomes in one household.
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