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Monterrey
City in Nuevo León, Mexico
Overview
Monterrey, the industrial powerhouse of northern Mexico, is set against striking mountain landscapes and known for its dynamic economy, cosmopolitan vibe, and rich cultural scene. The city blends modern business districts with colonial architecture and diverse gastronomy.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Mexico
State
Nuevo León
Population
—
Time Zone
America/Mexico_City
Coordinates
25.68°, -100.32°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
59
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
80
Monthly Cost
$1,537
Local Cost
$900
Local Income
$800
Cashless
70
English
45
Temperature
17.5°C
Summer Avg
22.0°C
Winter Avg
11.7°C
Record High
38.8°C
Record Low
-7.1°C
Humidity
59%
Precipitation
531 mm
Internet Speed
118 Mbps
Upload
77 Mbps
Latency
5 ms
City Vibrancy
65
Coworking
1
Cafes
16
Nightlife
17
Parks
31
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
267.0
Airport
HFG
Distance
10 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 292 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 90/100.
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