5 Affordable Gay Retirement Havens in Mexico | Queer Money Ep. 594

Top 5 Gay-Friendly Places in Mexico to RetireIn this episode of Queer Money®, we continue our global search for the best places for LGBTQ+ folks to retire — and this week, we're diving into México lindo. From beach towns to colonial gems, we’re counting down the top 5 gay-friendly cities in Mexico for retirement based on affordability, safety, community, and queer inclusivity.Find out why cities like Puerto Vallarta, Guadalajara, and San Miguel de Allende made the list, what each has to offer the LGBTQ+ community, and how much it costs to live there comfortably. Whether you want a bustling metropolis or a lakeside haven, Mexico may just be your retirement paradise.📌 Top Takeaways:#5: San Miguel de AllendeCharming, artistic, and walkable colonial town with a growing expat and LGBTQ+ presence.Rent for a 2BR averages $1,300/month.Queer Money Retirement Rating: 8/10#4: GuadalajaraMexico’s second-largest city with a strong queer scene, great food, and affordable living.Rent for a 2BR averages $1,000/month.Queer Money Retirement Rating: 8.5/10#3: Ajijic (Lake Chapala)Serene lakeside village with a tight-knit LGBTQ+ community and holistic vibe.Rent ranges from $950–$1,200/month.Cobblestone streets = strong ankles required!Queer Money Retirement Rating: 9/10#2: MéridaKnown for its safety, history, and growing queer inclusivity.Affordable cost of living and rich Yucatán culture.Rent for a 2BR averages $1,000/month.Queer Money Retirement Rating: 9/10#1: Puerto VallartaMexico’s undisputed gay capital with vibrant nightlife and beachside living.Rent for a 2BR starts around $1,200/month, but prices rise in Zona Romántica.Queer Money Retirement Rating: 10/10💬 Let us know what we got right (or wrong), or share your experience living in these cities. DM us on Instagram or leave a comment on YouTube.📍Want the full Queer Money Retirement Rating list?👉 QueerMoneyPodcast.com/citiesGet your Happy Gay Retirement CalculatorDownload it here: queermoneypodcast.com/hgrcalcMentioned in this episode:Get Your Portugal Golden Visa Here!Get Your Portugal Golden Visa Faster Here!Want a European passport with access to living in nearly any European country? Just click the link below to find out how. Get Your Portugal Golden Visa Here!

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