USD vs MXN
1 USD = 18.748 MXN
ECB reference rate of 2026-10-29 (published business days ~16:00 CET) · Mid-market rate, bank spreads and fees not included
Quick Stats
Historical Comparison
USD / MXN| Period | Then | Now | Change | Low | High | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | 17.897 2026-09-29 | 18.748 | +4.75% | 17.897 2026-09-29 | 18.782 2026-10-23 | |
| 3 Months | 17.475 2026-07-29 | 18.748 | +7.28% | 16.898 2026-08-21 | 18.782 2026-10-23 | |
| 6 Months | 17.399 2026-04-29 | 18.748 | +7.75% | 16.898 2026-08-21 | 18.782 2026-10-23 | |
| 1 Year | 18.446 2025-10-29 | 18.748 | +1.64% | 16.898 2026-08-21 | 18.782 2026-10-23 | |
| 3 Years | 18.086 2023-10-27 | 18.748 | +3.66% | 16.313 2024-04-09 | 20.968 2025-04-09 | |
| 5 Years | 20.442 2021-10-29 | 18.748 | -8.29% | 16.313 2024-04-09 | 21.878 2021-11-29 | |
| 10 Years | 18.822 2016-10-28 | 18.748 | -0.40% | 16.313 2024-04-09 | 25.104 2020-04-06 |
Then, Now, Low and High are daily ECB reference rates (one observation per business day, not intraday highs or lows); Then is the last business day on or before the start of the period. Trend lines plot daily (1 month), weekly (3 months–1 year) or monthly (3–10 years) observations, always keeping the first and last. Missing days are left out, not estimated. Source: European Central Bank via Frankfurter API
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is 1 USD in MXN?
Based on the European Central Bank reference rate published on 2026-10-29, 1 USD equals 18.748 MXN. This is a mid-market reference rate; bank buy/sell spreads and fees are not included.
What is the USD to MXN exchange rate today?
The latest published ECB reference rate (2026-10-29) is 18.748 MXN per 1 USD. The ECB publishes once per business day around 16:00 CET, so the rate does not change over weekends or holidays.
Where does CurrencyVersus get its USD/MXN data?
CurrencyVersus sources all exchange rate data from the Frankfurter API, which provides European Central Bank (ECB) reference rates. The ECB publishes these once per business day, around 16:00 CET; they are not live market quotes. Gold and silver prices come separately from gold-api.com and update more often than the daily ECB reference rates.
Can I view historical USD to MXN exchange rates?
Yes. CurrencyVersus provides historical USD/MXN exchange rate data across 7 time periods: 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, 5 years, and 10 years.
About USD / MXN
USD — US Dollar
The United States Dollar is widely used in international trade, finance and central bank reserves. Commodities such as gold and oil are priced in dollars, and many cross-border loans and bonds are denominated in dollars.
MXN — Mexican Peso
The Mexican Peso is actively traded in global currency markets and is often used by investors as a liquid gauge of emerging-market sentiment.
Key Factors Affecting USD/MXN
USD Drivers
- Federal Reserve interest rate decisions
- US employment and inflation data
- Global risk sentiment and safe-haven demand
- US trade balance and fiscal policy
MXN Drivers
- Banxico (Bank of Mexico) interest rate decisions
- US–Mexico trade relations
- Oil prices and domestic oil production
- Remittance flows from the US to Mexico
💡 Did You Know? — USD
Several countries outside the United States use the US dollar as their own official currency, and many others keep their currency pegged to it — a practice known as dollarization.
💡 Did You Know? — MXN
Silver coins minted in Mexico circulated far beyond its borders for centuries, serving as a trade currency across the Americas and Asia.
Economy Overview
United States
The United States is one of the world's major economies, with large and liquid financial markets. The Federal Reserve (Fed) manages monetary policy, and its interest rate decisions have a significant impact on the dollar's value globally.
Mexico
Mexico has a large, diversified economy closely linked to the United States through trade and manufacturing. It is a major exporter of vehicles, electronics, and oil.
Editorial content last reviewed: 2026-10-22