Tulum
City in Quintana Roo, Mexico
Overview
Tulum is a popular coastal town on Mexico's Caribbean coast, celebrated for its stunning white sand beaches, ancient Mayan ruins, and bohemian-chic lifestyle. The city blends a lively cultural scene with eco-friendly luxury, attracting travelers seeking relaxation and adventure.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Mexico
State
Quintana Roo
Population
46,721
Time Zone
America/Mexico_City
Coordinates
20.23°, -87.52°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
50
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$1,870
Local Cost
$1,180
Local Income
$450
Cashless
40
English
55
Temperature
26.4°C
Summer Avg
27.8°C
Winter Avg
24.6°C
Record High
34.9°C
Record Low
14.7°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1292 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
TQO
Distance
16 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 70/100.