Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Mexico’s middle class: Who are they and what do their lives look like?

Mexicans from across the country share their perspectives on what a middle-class income and lifestyle look like today in Mexico.
A smiling Mexican couple with two kids and a spaniel lean out of a small new car

Mexico’s middle class: Who are they and what do their lives look like?

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Mexicans from across the country share their perspectives on what a middle-class income and lifestyle look like today in Mexico.
Grecia Quiroz in a purple shirt with the words DIF

Slain mayor’s widow vows to carry on his mission as she takes over his role in Michoacán

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Quiroz’s swearing-in is scheduled to take place during an extraordinary session of the Michoacán state legislature on Wednesday.
Puerto Vallarta

MND Local: Community roundup in Puerto Vallarta

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There's always something to do in Puerto Vallarta and this month is no exception, with options ranging from arts and crafts to festivals and special events.
A smiling Mexican couple with two kids and a spaniel lean out of a small new car

Mexico’s middle class: Who are they and what do their lives look like?

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Mexicans from across the country share their perspectives on what a middle-class income and lifestyle look like today in Mexico.
Grecia Quiroz in a purple shirt with the words DIF

Slain mayor’s widow vows to carry on his mission as she takes over his...

0
Quiroz’s swearing-in is scheduled to take place during an extraordinary session of the Michoacán state legislature on Wednesday.
Puerto Vallarta

MND Local: Community roundup in Puerto Vallarta

0
There's always something to do in Puerto Vallarta and this month is no exception, with options ranging from arts and crafts to festivals and special events.
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Rufino Tamayo

Made in Mexico: Rufino Tamayo

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From Indigenous orphan to internationally recognized artist, Rufino Tamayo forged his own style to become one of the most iconic Mexican artists of the 20th century.
Farmer in Mexico planting crops

When ‘made in America’ becomes a warning label: food safety in the US vs....

0
The food you buy in Mexico and the U.S. are subject to very different labeling laws and regulations regarding pesticides. Writer Monica Belot looks at why these differences matter.
President Sheinbaum

Sheinbaum shares ‘Plan Michoacán’ to shore up security after mayor’s killing: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped

6
The president also responded to reports of US plans for manned military operations in Mexico.
U-17 stars

Mexico’s Under-17 women’s team heads to World Cup semifinals against the Netherlands

0
After defeating favored Italy on Sunday in a shootout, Mexico's feminine youth team will be competing in their second FIFA World Cup semifinal in the last seven years.
The Mexican Embassy in Lima, Peru

Peru breaks diplomatic relations with Mexico

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It's the second South American country to sever diplomatic ties after Mexico promised asylum to an embattled former leader.
Toluca at night

Nuevo León, Yucatán and México state lead the country in economic growth

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Overall, 19 Mexican states are showing growth despite tariff uncertainty, limited public infrastructure projects and only moderate spending at the national level.
Mexican writer Gonzalo Celorio

Mexican writer Gonzalo Celorio wins Spain’s Cervantes Prize for lifetime achievement in literature

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Celorio joins the ranks of Cervantes laureates like Latin American literary icons like Borges, Vargas Llosa and Elena Poniatowska.
airplanes on tarmac

Sheinbaum: Mexico close to reaching new flight route agreement with US

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After the U.S. used threatening language against Mexico while susspending 13 flights between CDMX and the U.S., President Sheinbaum plans talks to give Mexico's side of the dispute.
Carlos García Ottati poses in front of a Kavak office

Opinion: How a new generation of business heroes is changing narratives about Latin America

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Startups like Clip in Mexico and Nubank in Brazil are reshaping what entrepreneurship looks like in the region, writes Mariana Campero.

Day of the Dead in photos: Color and light fill streets and homes as...

1
From the streets of Mexico City to rural Oaxaca, here's how Mexicans paid their respects to the dead this weekend.

Día de Muertos dos and don’ts: How to tread lightly when the veil between...

0
Celebrate the magic of Mexico in the most appropriate way, as we take a look at a certified list of Día de Muertos dos and don’ts.

When the dead come home

1
Parties aside, Day of the Dead is a moment of reflection and remembrance in Mexico — and one expat wonders if we could all learn something from the dignity on display today.
Rufino Tamayo

Made in Mexico: Rufino Tamayo

2
From Indigenous orphan to internationally recognized artist, Rufino Tamayo forged his own style to become one of the most iconic Mexican artists of the 20th century.
Farmer in Mexico planting crops

When ‘made in America’ becomes a warning label: food safety in the US vs. Mexico

0
The food you buy in Mexico and the U.S. are subject to very different labeling laws and regulations regarding pesticides. Writer Monica Belot looks at why these differences matter.
President Sheinbaum

Sheinbaum shares ‘Plan Michoacán’ to shore up security after mayor’s killing: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped

6
The president also responded to reports of US plans for manned military operations in Mexico.
U-17 stars

Mexico’s Under-17 women’s team heads to World Cup semifinals against the Netherlands

0
After defeating favored Italy on Sunday in a shootout, Mexico's feminine youth team will be competing in their second FIFA World Cup semifinal in the last seven years.
The Mexican Embassy in Lima, Peru

Peru breaks diplomatic relations with Mexico

0
It's the second South American country to sever diplomatic ties after Mexico promised asylum to an embattled former leader.
Toluca at night

Nuevo León, Yucatán and México state lead the country in economic growth

0
Overall, 19 Mexican states are showing growth despite tariff uncertainty, limited public infrastructure projects and only moderate spending at the national level.
Toluca at night

Nuevo León, Yucatán and México state lead the country in economic...

0
Overall, 19 Mexican states are showing growth despite tariff uncertainty, limited public infrastructure projects and only moderate spending at the national level.
Hispanic mom and dad with their beautiful kids looking happy and smiling together in their beautiful new house entryway

Trump’s immigration crackdown could have a silver lining for Mexico: A perspective from our...

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As U.S. residents of Mexican origin consider leaving the United States, Mexico has a chance to welcome back a young, motivated and bilingual workforce, Travis Bembenek writes.

‘Confidently Wrong’ about banking in Mexico: A new podcast from our CEO

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MND CEO Travis Bembenek and MexEdge founder George Reavis break down fears and misconceptions about banking in Mexico in this week's podcast.
Stock image of a 500 Mexican peso bill next to a calculator

‘Confidently Wrong’ about the Mexican peso: A new podcast from our CEO

9
From his college days in Guadalajara during the '90s economic crisis to post-pandemic currency volatility, Travis Bembenek draws on personal experience to address common misconceptions about the peso.

Do you have friends who are ‘Confidently Wrong’ about driving in Mexico? A perspective...

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MND CEO Travis Bembenek and MexEdge founder George Reavis break down fears and misconceptions about hitting the open road in Mexico in this week's podcast.
An engineer in a forklift next to a piece of machinery labeled WEG

Brazilian manufacturer, facing 50% US tariffs, looks to invest in Mexico

3
The CFO of the manufacturing firm WEG said his company is working to "reallocate export losses" as U.S. tariffs continue to reshape global commerce.
Yongmaotai logo

Shanghai-based Yongmaotai announces US $63M auto parts plant in Coahuila

0
Yongmaotai said in July that the investment in Mexico will "help reduce the adverse effects of changing international tariff policies" on the supply chains of its clients in Europe and the United States.
cars for export

Mexico is now the leading exporter of electric vehicles to the US, surpassing Japan...

0
Mexico exported some 145,000 electric vehicles to the U.S. last year, mainly models by General Motors, Ford, Stellantis and Toyota, tripling the number of U.S.-bound exports from the previous year.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
18.58
CAD
13.17
EUR
21.34
Carlos García Ottati poses in front of a Kavak office

Opinion: How a new generation of business heroes is changing narratives about Latin America

0
Startups like Clip in Mexico and Nubank in Brazil are reshaping what entrepreneurship looks like in the region, writes Mariana Campero.
Honda's Celaya plant.

Honda halts production indefinitely in Celaya due to chip shortage

1
The company is "doing everything possible to minimize the impact" of the production shutdown, Honda representatives said.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
18.58
CAD
13.17
EUR
21.34

Sheinbaum mourns murdered mayor and fire victims: Monday’s mañanera recapped

4
The federal security minister said organized crime was behind the politician's murder, and shared plans to strengthen security in Michoacán.
A rack of clothing, clothes

Green Party takes on fast fashion with proposed national donation network and right to...

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The congressman behind the proposal argues that decent clothing is a human right, not a disposable consumer good.
A smiling Mexican couple with two kids and a spaniel lean out of a small new car

Mexico’s middle class: Who are they and what do their lives look like?

0
Mexicans from across the country share their perspectives on what a middle-class income and lifestyle look like today in Mexico.

When the dead come home

1
Parties aside, Day of the Dead is a moment of reflection and remembrance in Mexico — and one expat wonders if we could all learn something from the dignity on display today.

‘Confidently Wrong’ about banking in Mexico: A new podcast from our CEO

12
MND CEO Travis Bembenek and MexEdge founder George Reavis break down fears and misconceptions about banking in Mexico in this week's podcast.
airplanes on tarmac

Sheinbaum: Mexico close to reaching new flight route agreement with US

0
After the U.S. used threatening language against Mexico while susspending 13 flights between CDMX and the U.S., President Sheinbaum plans talks to give Mexico's side of the dispute.
Hiking in Aguascalientes

Trekking, Mexico style: ‘I did the Aguascalientes Trail’

4
The Aguascalientes trail offers hikers a taste of one of Mexico's least-known states, with forest, desert and colonial grandeur at every turn.
Isla Espíritu Santo in Mexico

If you like the Galapagos Islands, then you’ll love Espíritu Santo in Mexico

0
The Galapagos Islands off Ecuador have been famous since Darwin. But for abundant flora and fauna, Isla Espíritu Santo is their equal.

When the dead come home

1
Parties aside, Day of the Dead is a moment of reflection and remembrance in Mexico — and one expat wonders if we could all learn something from the dignity on display today.

‘Confidently Wrong’ about banking in Mexico: A new podcast from our CEO

12
MND CEO Travis Bembenek and MexEdge founder George Reavis break down fears and misconceptions about banking in Mexico in this week's podcast.

‘Confidently Wrong’ about banking in Mexico: A new podcast from our CEO

12
MND CEO Travis Bembenek and MexEdge founder George Reavis break down fears and misconceptions about banking in Mexico in this week's podcast.
Stock image of a 500 Mexican peso bill next to a calculator

‘Confidently Wrong’ about the Mexican peso: A new podcast from our CEO

9
From his college days in Guadalajara during the '90s economic crisis to post-pandemic currency volatility, Travis Bembenek draws on personal experience to address common misconceptions about the peso.
With just over 20,000 residents, Puerto Aventuras is the second-largest community in the municipality of Solidaridad, behind Playa del Carmen.

Puerto Aventuras resort community announces US $233M expansion

3
The investment will go toward the construction of 140 residential apartments and 110 hotel rooms and will enable strategic alliances with social and environmental initiatives to promote the region’s well-being and long-term sustainability. 
A house on Tonalá street in the Roma neighborhood of Mexico City, where 22 families were recently evicted on unclear grounds.

Average rental price in CDMX forecast to surpass US $1,100 this year

2
The average apartment rental price in Mexico City is projected to rise to 21,000 pesos (US $1,134) per month by the end of 2025, an increase of between 12 and 15% over 2024, according to the rental platform Mercado Libre Inmuebles.
Mexican writer Gonzalo Celorio

Mexican writer Gonzalo Celorio wins Spain’s Cervantes Prize for lifetime achievement in literature

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Celorio joins the ranks of Cervantes laureates like Latin American literary icons like Borges, Vargas Llosa and Elena Poniatowska.
A collage with a photo of actress Mia Goth in a blue dress with a blue gem necklace, along with sketches of the necklace and other accessories

Archival Tiffany jewels dazzle in Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein

1
The cinematic debut of Tiffany's antique collection accentuates del Toro's gothic, Mexican-influenced aesthetic with two centuries of iconic jewelry and craftmanship.
U-17 stars

Mexico’s Under-17 women’s team heads to World Cup semifinals against the Netherlands

0
After defeating favored Italy on Sunday in a shootout, Mexico's feminine youth team will be competing in their second FIFA World Cup semifinal in the last seven years.

How did two young Oaxacans compete in a Singapore mathletics contest?

2
Just getting to Singapore from Oaxaca is a challenge, both in terms of travel and economics. But two Oaxacan mathletes made the trip, and performed well in a prestigious international competition.
Hiking in Aguascalientes

Trekking, Mexico style: ‘I did the Aguascalientes Trail’

4
The Aguascalientes trail offers hikers a taste of one of Mexico's least-known states, with forest, desert and colonial grandeur at every turn.
Isla Espíritu Santo in Mexico

If you like the Galapagos Islands, then you’ll love Espíritu Santo in Mexico

0
The Galapagos Islands off Ecuador have been famous since Darwin. But for abundant flora and fauna, Isla Espíritu Santo is their equal.
Calabaza en tacha

Taste of Mexico: Calabaza en tacha

4
For me, the most exciting time of the year has already begun. Maybe it’s just a personal illusion, but I swear the world feels different...
Pan dulce

Taste of Mexico: Pan dulce

3
it wouldn't be a proper Mexican morning without a steaming cup of coffee and a fresh pan dulce from your favorite bakery, explains resident foodie María Meléndez.
IPN students

‘TlalocBox’ could streamline monitoring of Mexico’s water supply

6
The device, invented by two students at the National Polytechnic Institute and named for the Aztec rain god, aims to provide cistern water quality data in real time.

Amidst an intense rainy season, Lake Chapala finally recovers from last year’s drought

3
Water levels at the Jalisco lake are now over 70%, as Mexico feels the benefits of a record wet season.
Oceanman in Cozumel

I entered the Oceanman in Cozumel with less than a month to train and...

1
What could happen if you tried an endurance swimming race without a proper training schedule? One Riviera Maya resident decided to find out.
A medical device at a Los Cabos hospital

A guide to medical tourism in Los Cabos

2
These Baja California Sur hospitals are modern and clean and cost a fraction of the price of those at home, worth considering for an upcoming procedure.
Rufino Tamayo

Made in Mexico: Rufino Tamayo

2
From Indigenous orphan to internationally recognized artist, Rufino Tamayo forged his own style to become one of the most iconic Mexican artists of the 20th century.
Mexican writer Gonzalo Celorio

Mexican writer Gonzalo Celorio wins Spain’s Cervantes Prize for lifetime achievement in literature

0
Celorio joins the ranks of Cervantes laureates like Latin American literary icons like Borges, Vargas Llosa and Elena Poniatowska.
A collage with a photo of actress Mia Goth in a blue dress with a blue gem necklace, along with sketches of the necklace and other accessories

Archival Tiffany jewels dazzle in Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein

1
The cinematic debut of Tiffany's antique collection accentuates del Toro's gothic, Mexican-influenced aesthetic with two centuries of iconic jewelry and craftmanship.
Puerto Vallarta

MND Local: Community roundup in Puerto Vallarta

0
There's always something to do in Puerto Vallarta and this month is no exception, with options ranging from arts and crafts to festivals and special events.
U-17 stars

Mexico’s Under-17 women’s team heads to World Cup semifinals against the Netherlands

0
After defeating favored Italy on Sunday in a shootout, Mexico's feminine youth team will be competing in their second FIFA World Cup semifinal in the last seven years.

How did two young Oaxacans compete in a Singapore mathletics contest?

2
Just getting to Singapore from Oaxaca is a challenge, both in terms of travel and economics. But two Oaxacan mathletes made the trip, and performed well in a prestigious international competition.
Grecia Quiroz in a purple shirt with the words DIF

Slain mayor’s widow vows to carry on his mission as she takes over his...

0
Quiroz’s swearing-in is scheduled to take place during an extraordinary session of the Michoacán state legislature on Wednesday.
The Mexican Embassy in Lima, Peru

Peru breaks diplomatic relations with Mexico

0
It's the second South American country to sever diplomatic ties after Mexico promised asylum to an embattled former leader.
A US soldier in camo surveils a desert valley in New Mexico

Report: Trump administration is planning a manned mission to fight cartels in Mexico

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The US has detailed plans " to send American troops and intelligence officers into Mexico to target drug cartels," NBC reported this week.
protest Morelia

Mayor’s murder triggers protests in Michoacán and a US offer of ‘security cooperation’ against...

12
Shock turned to anger over the weekend as large groups of protesters reacted to the Uruapan mayor's murder by demanding an end to the violence that has long wracked Michoacán.
Puerto Vallarta

The emergence of US-style financing in Mexico’s real estate market

2
Mexico's real estate marking is changing and in a good way, with new U.S.-style financing models finally available to buyers.
With just over 20,000 residents, Puerto Aventuras is the second-largest community in the municipality of Solidaridad, behind Playa del Carmen.

Puerto Aventuras resort community announces US $233M expansion

3
The investment will go toward the construction of 140 residential apartments and 110 hotel rooms and will enable strategic alliances with social and environmental initiatives to promote the region’s well-being and long-term sustainability. 
A house on Tonalá street in the Roma neighborhood of Mexico City, where 22 families were recently evicted on unclear grounds.

Average rental price in CDMX forecast to surpass US $1,100 this year

2
The average apartment rental price in Mexico City is projected to rise to 21,000 pesos (US $1,134) per month by the end of 2025, an increase of between 12 and 15% over 2024, according to the rental platform Mercado Libre Inmuebles.
As the 2025 rainy season concludes, the Mexico City area's Cutzamala System has reached its highest levels in recent years, exceeding 90% of its capacity.

Drought affects just 7.5% of Mexico after summer of exceptional rainfall

1
Though the percentage could possibly rise now that the rainy season is over, it's still almost four times lower than the percentage figure one year ago.
IPN students

‘TlalocBox’ could streamline monitoring of Mexico’s water supply

6
The device, invented by two students at the National Polytechnic Institute and named for the Aztec rain god, aims to provide cistern water quality data in real time.

Amidst an intense rainy season, Lake Chapala finally recovers from last year’s drought

3
Water levels at the Jalisco lake are now over 70%, as Mexico feels the benefits of a record wet season.
Dr. Molina

One doctor’s mission to provide affordable care in Zihuatanejo

2
Everyone should have a doctor who cares as much as Dr. Molina, a woman on a mission in one of Zihuatanejo's poorest neighborhoods.
Oceanman in Cozumel

I entered the Oceanman in Cozumel with less than a month to train and...

1
What could happen if you tried an endurance swimming race without a proper training schedule? One Riviera Maya resident decided to find out.
A medical device at a Los Cabos hospital

A guide to medical tourism in Los Cabos

2
These Baja California Sur hospitals are modern and clean and cost a fraction of the price of those at home, worth considering for an upcoming procedure.
An engineer in a forklift next to a piece of machinery labeled WEG

Brazilian manufacturer, facing 50% US tariffs, looks to invest in Mexico

3
The CFO of the manufacturing firm WEG said his company is working to "reallocate export losses" as U.S. tariffs continue to reshape global commerce.
Yongmaotai logo

Shanghai-based Yongmaotai announces US $63M auto parts plant in Coahuila

0
Yongmaotai said in July that the investment in Mexico will "help reduce the adverse effects of changing international tariff policies" on the supply chains of its clients in Europe and the United States.
cars for export

Mexico is now the leading exporter of electric vehicles to the US, surpassing Japan...

0
Mexico exported some 145,000 electric vehicles to the U.S. last year, mainly models by General Motors, Ford, Stellantis and Toyota, tripling the number of U.S.-bound exports from the previous year.

Day of the Dead in photos: Color and light fill streets and homes as...

1
From the streets of Mexico City to rural Oaxaca, here's how Mexicans paid their respects to the dead this weekend.

Día de Muertos dos and don’ts: How to tread lightly when the veil between...

0
Celebrate the magic of Mexico in the most appropriate way, as we take a look at a certified list of Día de Muertos dos and don’ts.

When the dead come home

1
Parties aside, Day of the Dead is a moment of reflection and remembrance in Mexico — and one expat wonders if we could all learn something from the dignity on display today.
A motel sign

The motel: a Mexican institution

8
Best known as a love shack for young couples, the Mexican motel has become a lifeline for society (but yes, you can use them for sleeping.)
Farmer in Mexico planting crops

When ‘made in America’ becomes a warning label: food safety in the US vs....

0
The food you buy in Mexico and the U.S. are subject to very different labeling laws and regulations regarding pesticides. Writer Monica Belot looks at why these differences matter.
Calabaza en tacha

Taste of Mexico: Calabaza en tacha

4
For me, the most exciting time of the year has already begun. Maybe it’s just a personal illusion, but I swear the world feels different...
Pan dulce

Taste of Mexico: Pan dulce

3
it wouldn't be a proper Mexican morning without a steaming cup of coffee and a fresh pan dulce from your favorite bakery, explains resident foodie María Meléndez.
Greenhouse agriculture

A greenhouse empire: Inside Mexico’s booming protected agriculture industry

5
Greenhouse agriculture is a booming business in Mexico, but what are they growing and where is it going?