Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
1.4M
Population
145 km2
Area
177 Mbps
Internet
1,536m
Elevation
UTC−06:00
Timezone
GDL (18km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Guadalajara's mariachi echoes through tree-lined plazas and tech-savvy neighborhoods like Zapopan, drawing digital nomads to Mexico's Silicon Valley. Eternal spring weather pairs with Guadalajara International Airport's connectivity for seamless stays.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Jalisco
Region
Latin America and the Caribbean
Population
1.4M
Timezone
UTC−06:00
Elevation
1,536 m
Airport
GDL
GPS
20.68, -103.35
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Infrastructure
19,248 points of interest mapped in Guadalajara — 133 per km2
Tech
Solid 177 Mbps internet — reliable for remote work and streaming
Economy
59% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
INFRASTRUCTURE
19,248 total POIs 132.7 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
823
Cafes
218
Bars
145
Fast Food
312
Shopping
Supermarkets
175
Convenience
451
Shopping Malls
182
Healthcare
Hospitals
94
Clinics
116
Pharmacies
1,245
Education
Schools
4,326
Universities
517
Libraries
26
Recreation
Parks
2,203
Playgrounds
145
Sports
364
Cinemas
32
Museums
31
Theatres
40
Transport
Bus Stops
5,283
Train Stations
53
Fuel Stations
434
Services
Banks
245
ATMs
33
Post Offices
18
Police
24
Fire Stations
9
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
177 Mbps
Download
134 Mbps
Upload
7ms
Latency
159,198
Tests
52,338
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jan - Dec
18°
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18°
F
19°
M
20°
A
21°
M
22°
J
22°
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22°
A
21°
S
20°
O
19°
N
18°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 20 C Range: 18.2 - 21.8 C Rain: 673 mm/year Sunshine: 3,863 h/year
CITY SCORES
87.1
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
62.0
Overall
COST OF LIVING
CIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
41.0
Overall
59% cheaper than NYC
20.1
Rent
80% cheaper than NYC
45.8
Groceries
54% cheaper than NYC
42.0
Restaurants
58% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
GDL
Guadalajara International Airport
18 km from center
~32 min ride
FUN FACTS
Guadalajara ( GWAH-də-lə-HAR-ə, Spanish: [ɡwaðalaˈxaɾa] ) is the capital and the most populous city in the western Mexican state of Jalisco, as well as the most densely populated municipality in Jalisco.
Guadalajara has the second-highest population density in Mexico with over 10,361 people per km2, surpassed only by Mexico City.
It is home to numerous landmarks, including the Guadalajara Cathedral, Degollado Theatre, the Templo Expiatorio, the UNESCO World Heritage site Hospicio Cabañas, and the San Juan de Dios Market—the largest indoor market in Latin America.
The settlement was renamed and moved several times before assuming the name Guadalajara after the birthplace of Guzmán and ending up at its current location in the Atemajac Valley in 1542.
On November 8, 1539, the Holy Roman Emperor Charles V had granted a coat of arms and the title of city to the new town and established it as the capital of the Kingdom of Nueva Galicia, part of the Viceroyalty of New Spain.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Guadalajara known for?
Guadalajara's mariachi echoes through tree-lined plazas and tech-savvy neighborhoods like Zapopan, drawing digital nomads to Mexico's Silicon Valley. Eternal spring weather pairs with Guadalajara International Airport's connectivity for seamless stays.
How fast is the internet in Guadalajara?
Guadalajara has an average download speed of 177 Mbps and upload speed of 134 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Guadalajara?
Guadalajara has an average year-round temperature of approximately 20 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Guadalajara?
Guadalajara is served by GDL (Guadalajara International Airport), approximately 18 km from the city center.
What is the population of Guadalajara?
The population of Guadalajara is approximately 1.4M.
What infrastructure does Guadalajara have?
Guadalajara has 19,248 mapped points of interest, including 823 restaurants, 94 hospitals, 4,326 schools.
What country is Guadalajara in?
Guadalajara is located in Jalisco.
