Cost of Living in Peru - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Peru
Address: PE

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $530 (excluding rent), and $840 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,267 (excluding rent), and $1,771 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$4.21 PEN 14.16

$2.24 PEN 7.54

$7.01 PEN 23.56

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$27.81 PEN 93.4

$16.69 PEN 56.1

$55.6 PEN 187

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$6.12 PEN 20.56

$5.57 PEN 18.71

$8.07 PEN 27.13

Cappuccino

$2.64 PEN 8.88

$1.40 PEN 4.71

$4.21 PEN 14.13

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.89 PEN 2.98

$0.70 PEN 2.37

$1.98 PEN 6.65

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.50 PEN 1.70

$0.40 PEN 1.34

$1.32 PEN 4.45

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$2.25 PEN 7.56

$1.41 PEN 4.73

$4.23 PEN 14.20

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.81 PEN 12.81

$2.73 PEN 9.16

$5.99 PEN 20.12

Milk (1 liter)

$1.41 PEN 4.73

$1.00 PEN 3.35

$1.99 PEN 6.70

White Bread (500g)

$2.38 PEN 8.01

$0.82 PEN 2.77

$4.14 PEN 13.91

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.23 PEN 4.14

$0.81 PEN 2.71

$1.76 PEN 5.91

Eggs

$2.61 PEN 8.77

$1.37 PEN 4.60

$4.27 PEN 14.33

Local Cheese (1kg)

$7.21 PEN 24.22

$2.86 PEN 9.62

$20.02 PEN 67.3

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.28 PEN 17.74

$2.73 PEN 9.17

$8.18 PEN 27.47

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$9.04 PEN 30.39

$4.74 PEN 15.92

$13.94 PEN 46.84

Apples (1kg)

$1.74 PEN 5.85

$0.81 PEN 2.73

$2.72 PEN 9.14

Banana (1kg)

$1.02 PEN 3.42

$0.57 PEN 1.91

$1.97 PEN 6.63

Oranges (1kg)

$1.05 PEN 3.52

$0.29 PEN 0.97

$1.99 PEN 6.70

Tomato (1kg)

$1.15 PEN 3.86

$0.57 PEN 1.93

$1.89 PEN 6.35

Potato (1kg)

$0.90 PEN 3.02

$0.41 PEN 1.36

$1.61 PEN 5.43

Onion (1kg)

$0.94 PEN 3.15

$0.51 PEN 1.73

$1.72 PEN 5.78

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.77 PEN 2.60

$0.44 PEN 1.47

$1.74 PEN 5.86

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.82 PEN 2.76

$0.52 PEN 1.75

$1.45 PEN 4.86

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$5.63 PEN 18.92

$4.50 PEN 15.11

$8.44 PEN 28.35

Wine (Bottle)

$9.15 PEN 30.75

$4.87 PEN 16.38

$13.72 PEN 46.09

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.85 PEN 6.21

$1.14 PEN 3.83

$2.85 PEN 9.59

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.76 PEN 9.29

$1.55 PEN 5.21

$4.22 PEN 14.19

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.58 PEN 1.95

$0.29 PEN 0.98

$1.01 PEN 3.38

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$16.49 PEN 55.4

$8.24 PEN 27.69

$41.82 PEN 141

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$2.17 PEN 7.30

$1.36 PEN 4.57

$4.35 PEN 14.61

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.85 PEN 6.23

$0.82 PEN 2.77

$2.66 PEN 8.94

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$5.66 PEN 19.01

$4.24 PEN 14.26

$11.31 PEN 37.99

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.33 PEN 4.47

$1.10 PEN 3.69

$1.77 PEN 5.96

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$20.7K PEN 69.4K

$18.4K PEN 61.8K

$24.1K PEN 80.8K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$24.3K PEN 81.6K

$22.2K PEN 74.4K

$27.9K PEN 93.7K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$46.85 PEN 157

$27.47 PEN 92.3

$97.3 PEN 327

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$11.98 PEN 40.25

$8.18 PEN 27.49

$19.09 PEN 64.1

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$25.15 PEN 84.5

$19.12 PEN 64.3

$41.02 PEN 138

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$30.04 PEN 101

$22.14 PEN 74.4

$41.50 PEN 139

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$16.57 PEN 55.7

$7.97 PEN 26.77

$27.67 PEN 93.0

Cinema Ticket

$5.63 PEN 18.93

$4.23 PEN 14.20

$9.85 PEN 33.10

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$168 PEN 565

$83.7 PEN 281

$418 PEN 1,406

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$5,507 PEN 18.5K

$2,205 PEN 7,408

$9,921 PEN 33.3K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$48.78 PEN 164

$28.29 PEN 95.1

$84.9 PEN 285

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$31.04 PEN 104

$16.72 PEN 56.2

$50.1 PEN 168

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$83.8 PEN 282

$39.82 PEN 134

$113 PEN 380

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$77.5 PEN 261

$41.59 PEN 140

$111 PEN 373

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$466 PEN 1,566

$191 PEN 641

$818 PEN 2,747

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$272 PEN 915

$140 PEN 471

$504 PEN 1,695

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$835 PEN 2,807

$453 PEN 1,520

$1,414 PEN 4,751

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$481 PEN 1,617

$331 PEN 1,112

$894 PEN 3,003

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$2,131 PEN 7,159

$1,387 PEN 4,660

$2,937 PEN 9,869

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,337 PEN 4,492

$1,071 PEN 3,598

$3,002 PEN 10.1K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$587 PEN 1,971

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

10.63

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: March 3, 2026

By City in Peru

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	Arequipa	17062	32	$392	$632	$925	$1,504	104.44	351.51
2	Ayacucho	99427		$82.9	$95.4	$286	$254	29.77	182.99
3	Cajamarca	218741	33	$480	$649	$1,200	$1,564	141.37	202.39
4	Cerro de Pasco	58899	26	$481	$518	$1,217	$1,175	144.56	199.88
5	Chachapoyas	7273						141.65	209.97
6	Chiclayo	60325	37	$603	$731	$1,289	$1,794	96.43	310.98
7	Chimbote	206213		$18.35	$18.26	$44.52	$39.42	39.68	211.37
8	Cusco	428450	38	$483	$751	$1,207	$1,560	101.83	308.52
9	Huancayo	27552	24	$455	$468	$1,038	$1,145	76.85	311.38
10	Huaraz	15169		$106	$111	$281	$267	32.21	94.85
11	Huánuco	89502		$90.0	$124	$311	$306	202.77	277.42
12	Iquitos	32853		$362	$621	$1,011	$1,613	58.56	42.24
13	La Merced	8000	26	$418	$521	$1,167	$1,213	-	-
14	Lima	9989369	49	$585	$989	$1,381	$2,067	154.55	301.96
15	Mancora	2791						60.73	129.11
16	Miraflores	99337	53	$560	$1,057	$1,278	$1,318	105.51	319.28
17	Moquegua	18861		$9.47	$10.24	$14.89	$15.43	307.97	215.04
18	Pisco	14917	26	$402	$528	$1,159	$1,094	184.79	179.34
19	Piura	158495	31	$422	$629	$1,175	$1,430	203.97	269.68
20	Pucallpa	326040		$371	$450	$754	$1,047	154.91	108.16
21	Tacna	92972		$294	$351	$512	$570	85.21	217.6
22	Talara	91444		$30.37	$28.37	$153	$333	40.96	248.72
23	Tarapoto	68295		$34.64	$31.27	$71.0	$66.2	30.98	221.23
24	Trujillo	314939	39	$450	$771	$865	$1,545	267.11	328.79

Peru Median Internet Speeds (Updated January 2026)

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Fixed Broadband

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The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

Digital Nomad Cost of Living Index

Cost of Living in Peru - Frequently Asked Questions

Peru often feels like strong value for travelers, expats, and digital nomads, especially if you prioritize local options over tourist hubs. Cost of Living in Peru can be noticeably lower when you shop at markets, cook at home, and choose housing in noncentral neighborhoods. You'll find a range from basic, well-connected apartments to modern flats with amenities, often at a fraction of Western rents. Public transport is generally affordable, and food – from mercados to casual eateries – stays wallet-friendly. Tourist-season spikes exist, so timing matters for bookings and short-term stays. Overall, the pace and mix of urban life offer comfort without the sticker shock you might expect. Tip: Map a two-trip monthly plan that aligns work and exploration.

Daily life centers on a blend of affordability and variety. In housing, you'll find furnished options in safer areas of major cities and quieter neighborhoods on the outskirts, with rental terms ranging from short stays to longer leases. Food options are rich and accessible, from markets selling fresh produce to casual eateries offering regional dishes; cooking at home stretches your budget. Transport is practical and budget-friendly: buses, colectivos, and metro networks cover core routes, with rideshares as a backup. Everyday errands like banking and healthcare are straightforward in urban cores, while more remote towns require planning. Peru living cost varies by city, so test a neighborhood before you commit. Tip: Spend a week living in different areas to compare amenities and pace before signing a longer lease.

Quality of life in Peru hinges on access to reliable services, safety, climate that suits you, and a neighborhood that matches your rhythm. Use a simple budgeting framework: cover essentials first, then discretionary spending, with a buffer for travel. Seasonality matters: coastal cities stay mild year-round, while Andean highlands can swing with rain or cold nights; tourist areas tighten up in peak season and ease off in shoulder months. To pick a district, align daily tasks with transit lines, markets, and coworking spaces; test-drive a few blocks by foot and walk the routes you’ll actually use. Tip: Build a flexible plan that prioritizes safety, reliable connectivity, and easy access to the things you value most.