The state of Quintana Roo fell from 15th to 21st place in the State Competitiveness Index (ICE) 2025, prepared by the Mexican Institute for Competitiveness (IMCO).
This decline also places it in a low-medium competitiveness category nationwide, reflecting a loss of momentum in key areas such as the rule of law and governance.
What does the ICE measure and how did Quintana Roo fare?
In addition, the ICE analyzes 53 indicators grouped into six sub-indexes to measure states’ ability to generate, attract, and retain talent and investment.
In this edition, Quintana Roo obtained the following positions:
Infrastructure: 2nd place
Labor market: 12th
Innovation and economy: 15th
Society and environment: 18th
Rule of law: 18th
Political system and government: 27th
Serious challenges: insecurity and corruption
Two of the most critical factors for Quintana Roo were those related to the rule of law and the political system:
Unreported crimes: 88%
Homicides: 26.2%
Perception of state corruption: 83%
State debt: 40% of own revenues are allocated to this area
These indicators reflect a negative public perception, low participation, and lack of trust in institutions.
Achievements and opportunities for improvement
Despite the drop in the ranking, the IMCO recognizes the state’s strengths, such as its air connectivity, both for freight and passenger transport. However, Quintana Roo faces significant challenges such as:
Low economic diversification
Low growth among large companies (more than 50 employees)
Finally, these key areas limit its competitiveness compared to other entities with greater business dynamism.
Source: 24horasqro
