Mexico is a well-liked journey vacation spot for therefore many causes. The tradition is vibrant, the geography is fantastically numerous, and the price of dwelling is comparatively inexpensive in comparison with most Western nations. It’s additionally a large nation with many cities and areas to discover – however which one is most secure for digital nomads?

6 Most secure Cities in Mexico for Digital Nomads

These are the six most secure cities for digital nomads; based mostly on my expertise of spending time in Mexico for months at a time, speaking with fellow on-line employees, and a number of crime and security opinions.

1. Sayulita

Situated on Mexico’s Pacific coast, Sayulita is an enthralling seashore city with a relaxed, laidback vibe. Anticipate a slower tempo of life with a vibrant arts tradition.

The primary draw to Sayulita is the white sand seashores and pristine turquoise waters. Who doesn’t need to begin their day with a morning dip within the ocean earlier than opening up the laptop computer?

You’ll discover a neighborhood of artists, musicians, surfers, and vacationers, making it a great place for assembly different digital nomads and alternatives to community with folks from world wide. Town is lined with colourful buildings, distinctive artwork galleries, and plenty of scrumptious meals.

In style amongst digital nomads, the town’s crime price is low, there are many cafes and workspaces with quick WiFi, and the price of dwelling is decrease than in greater cities in Mexico, like neighboring Puerto Vallarta. For instance, the value of dwelling in Sayulita monthly (with hire) is round $1,000 versus $1215 in Puerto Vallarta.

2. Merida

Merida is likely one of the most underrated cities in Mexico, for my part. I posted up right here for a couple of months and was fully blown away by its magnificence and allure. It’s the capital metropolis of the Yucatan and a fast 30-minute drive to the seashore.

Make no mistake, this can be a bustling metropolis with recent markets, attractive structure, and tons of historical past, so it’s not fairly as “chill” as different Mexican coastal cities. Nevertheless, it provides infrastructure, superb museums, and unimaginable meals. Plus named the 2nd most secure metropolis in all of North America, it’s significantly secure.

It’s a chief location for digital nomads because of the dependable WiFi that may be discovered all through the town (for instance, coworking areas like Conexion60 declare to have lightning-fast web), and lodging are very inexpensive, with hire averaging round $500 monthly with utilities.

There are many gorgeous cenotes and seashores to discover throughout your days off work which are simple to succeed in. Progreso is the closest seashore, simply half an hour away, and the Ik Kil Cenotes and Xkeken Cenote are simply over an hour’s drive from Merida.

3. Mexico Metropolis

Often called one of many greatest cultural epicenters on the planet, Mexico Metropolis has a lot to supply. In case you’re a digital nomad who likes to jet set quite a bit, you may discover Mexico Metropolis to be the right place so that you can arrange a house base as a result of it’s an enormous worldwide transit hub.

It’s additionally an important base for on-line employees as a result of it’s extraordinarily well-connected. Cafes, coworking areas, and different WiFi-connected spots are in all places all through the town. You’ll additionally discover loads of workshops, occasions, and networking meet-ups as properly.

Mexico Metropolis’s inhabitants is a whopping 8.8 million, and as with all main metropolis of this measurement, there’s at all times a threat of crime. Usually talking, nevertheless, Mexico Metropolis is secure for digital nomads. Do your analysis and discover out which space of the town most appeals to you, with the most secure being: La Condesa, Roma, Polanco, and Reforma.

4. San Cristobal de las Casas

In case you’re extra of a small-town, mountain individual, you’ll fall in love with San Cristobal de las Casas. Located within the mountains of Chiapas, the quaint colonial city is lined with cobblestone streets, historic structure, and a thriving arts tradition.

One factor to bear in mind about dwelling in San Cristobal de las Casas is that it may get fairly chilly throughout the winter, so not like many different well-liked Mexican locations, you’ll need to pack a winter coat. However the tradition is heat and welcoming, wherever and everytime you go.

Chiapas is ranked the third most secure state in Mexico in keeping with the Peace Index by Imaginative and prescient of Humanity. So, you’ll be able to let your guard down whereas roaming across the metropolis. In fact, wherever you journey, it’s vital to at all times concentrate on your environment and follow widespread sense.

5. Playa del Carmen

Additionally situated on the Yucatan Peninsula, is the favored vacationer vacation spot of Playa del Carmen. I referred to as Playa del Carmen residence for almost 5 months and by no means as soon as felt unsafe – and I lived in a really locals-only kind neighborhood referred to as Colosio. Everybody was heat, pleasant, and at all times welcoming.

This quickly rising seashore city is unbelievable for digital nomads. The price of dwelling is low, there are cafes and coworking areas in all places, and it’s residence to unimaginable seashores because it hugs the Caribbean Sea.

Playa del Carmen can change into very crowded and busy throughout Christmas break and Semana Santa (Easter week). Throughout these occasions, it’s vital to be ultra-aware of tourist-targeted crimes reminiscent of pickpocketing, worth scams, and druggings.

6. Oaxaca Metropolis

Situated in southern Mexico, Oaxaca Metropolis (or just Oaxaca), is a fascinating metropolis that entices digital nomads from throughout the globe. Identified for historical ruins, delectable delicacies, and lovely structure, there’s quite a bit to like about Oaxaca – together with its security issue.

The city of 300,000 folks has a low crime price total, and folks specific little or no fear about discrimination or harassment. This isn’t the one factor that’s interesting to on-line employees, nevertheless. Along with being secure, digital nomads can discover flats for hire for as little as $430 with utilities.

While you’re not working, you’ll love exploring this UNESCO Heritage Web site. The zocalo, or “public sq.,” is on the coronary heart of the town, the place you should buy native items and produce and admire the historic structure. You’ll additionally need to make your method to Hierve El Agua, a mesmerizing rock and mineral function that appears like a frozen waterfall. There are additionally pure mineral infinity swimming pools the place you’ll be able to loosen up and swim.

In Conclusion

Mexico is a beautiful and distinctive nation with a lot to supply – and, total, it’s usually secure for digital nomads. From seashore cities to mountain cities, bustling metropolises, and up-and-coming cities, Mexico has one thing for everybody.

I’ve at all times cherished any time I’ve spent in Mexico and have personally by no means skilled a state of affairs wherein I felt unsafe. Be vigilant, keep up-to-date on journey alerts, and at all times concentrate on your environment. Protected travels!