In 2025, to belong to the upper class in Mexicoit is estimated that the Minimum monthly income will be 77 thousand 975 pesos. This figure not only reflects a high economic level, but also the deep inequalities that characterize the country.
Being part of this sector means accessing an exclusive lifestyle, with services and products such as private education, quality medical care, luxury goods and international travel.
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Comparison of income by social class
- Upper class: 77,975 pesos or more per month.
- Middle class: Monthly average of 20 thousand pesos.
- Lower class: Average income of 11,343 pesos per month.
To be in the upper class, it is required to earn almost four times the average income of the middle class and more than six times that of the lower class.
What are the characteristics and inequality of the upper class in Mexico?
The upper classwhich represents only a small percentage of the populationconcentrates a large part of the national wealth. This group can:
- Maintain a comfortable lifestyle.
- Save and invest regularly.
- Access luxury goods and services.
Meanwhile, The majority of the population faces challenges in meeting basic needs such as housing, education and healthcare.
Inequality is especially evident in large cities such as Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajarawhere There is a greater proportion of the upper class population thanks to greater economic opportunities and a high cost of living.
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In contrast, in states like Oaxaca, Chiapas or Warriorthe necessary income to achieve this status are minorsbut access to quality services is limited.
What is the impact of inflation and the cost of living?
The increase in prices of goods and services it is increasingly difficult to reach the level of income necessary to be part of the upper class. Inflation and the rise in food, transportation and housing prices They affect the purchasing power of families, further widening the gap between rich and poor.
Even so, Belonging to this sector does not depend only on income, but on the ability to save, invest and sustain a lifestyle that allows constant economic and personal growth.
The minimum wage in 2025
Since January 1, 2025, the minimum wage in Mexico increased by 12%.
- Rest of the country: It went from 248.93 pesos per day to 278.80 pesos, which is equivalent to approximately 8,364 pesos per month.
- Northern Border Free Zone: It rose from 374.89 pesos per day to 419.88 pesos, with a monthly income of 12,596 pesos.
Although this increase is significant for lower-income workers, it is still insufficient to reduce the economic gap, since it is far from the income required to be part of the upper class.
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