Cost of Living in Peru
The population of Peru is 29,381,884. The average cost of living in Peru is $1134 and the median after-tax salary is $383.67
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Restaurants |
Price |
World Range |
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Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant |
3.03 $ |
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Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course |
20.0 $ |
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McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) |
4.8 $ |
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Domestic Beer (1 pint draught) |
2.02 $ |
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Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) |
3.54 $ |
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Cappuccino (regular) |
2.25 $ |
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Coke/Pepsi (12 oz small bottle) |
0.67 $ |
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Water (12 oz small bottle) |
0.45 $ |
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Markets |
Price |
World Range |
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Milk (regular), (1 gallon) |
1.12 $ |
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Loaf of Fresh White Bread (1 lb) |
1.49 $ |
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Rice (white), (1 lb) |
0.98 $ |
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Eggs (regular) (12) |
1.59 $ |
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Local Cheese (1 lb) |
5.67 $ |
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Chicken Fillets (1 lb) |
4.13 $ |
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Beef Round (1 lb) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) |
6.49 $ |
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Apples (1 lb) |
1.3 $ |
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Banana (1 lb) |
0.91 $ |
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Oranges (1 lb) |
0.99 $ |
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Tomato (1 lb) |
0.91 $ |
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Potato (1 lb) |
0.66 $ |
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Onion (1 lb) |
0.73 $ |
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Lettuce (1 head) |
0.63 $ |
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Water (1.5 liter bottle) |
0.7 $ |
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Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) |
7.31 $ |
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Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) |
1.48 $ |
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Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) |
2.31 $ |
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Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) |
4.42 $ |
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Transportation |
Price |
World Range |
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One-way Ticket (Local Transport) |
0.38 $ |
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Monthly Pass (Regular Price) |
15.15 $ |
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Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) |
1.26 $ |
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Taxi 1 mile (Normal Tariff) |
1.26 $ |
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Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) |
5.05 $ |
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Gasoline (1 gallon) |
1.16 $ |
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Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) |
17679.44 $ |
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Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) |
19299.23 $ |
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Utilities (Monthly) |
Price |
World Range |
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Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 915 sq ft Apartment |
55.59 $ |
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1 min. of Prepaid Mobile Tariff Local (No Discounts or Plans) |
0.14 $ |
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Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) |
29.13 $ |
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Sports And Leisure |
Price |
World Range |
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Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult |
31.54 $ |
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Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) |
12.23 $ |
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Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat |
4.92 $ |
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Childcare |
Price |
World Range |
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Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child |
157.9 $ |
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International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child |
5165.1 $ |
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Clothing And Shoes |
Price |
World Range |
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1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) |
39.23 $ |
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1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...) |
24.29 $ |
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1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) |
66.39 $ |
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1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes |
60.25 $ |
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Rent Per Month |
Price |
World Range |
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Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre |
350.76 $ |
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Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre |
236.58 $ |
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Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre |
682.23 $ |
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Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre |
480.12 $ |
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Buy Apartment Price |
Price |
World Range |
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Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre |
1606.26 $ |
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Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre |
1176.89 $ |
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Salaries And Financing |
Price |
World Range |
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Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) |
383.67 $ |
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Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate |
8.99 % |
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Peru
OVERALL RISK: MEDIUM
Overall, Peru is somewhat safe to visit, though it has many dangers and is ridden with crime. You should be aware that tourist hotspots and public transportation are places where most thefts and pickpocketing occur, and that violent crime exists on the streets, too.
TRANSPORT & TAXIS RISK: MEDIUM
Transportation mostly safe and reliable but you should be very careful about public transport and buses as you might end up being robbed. Always call a reliable taxi instead of hailing one on the streets.
PICKPOCKETS RISK: HIGH
Pickpockets are a serious concern in Peru, as is the violent crime and you should exercise caution and keep your money and your valuables elsewhere, like in hidden pockets of your clothes and never ever keep all of your money in the same place.
NATURAL DISASTERS RISK: MEDIUM
When it comes to natural disasters, there is a risk of landslides and flooding. This usually happens during heavy rains and often causes public transportation to suddenly stop. Peru also has some volcanic activities, and the volcanoes Ubinas and Sabancaya have been known to erupt: recently, it has happened in 2016.
MUGGING RISK: MEDIUM
There is also the issue of violent crime, muggings, "express kidnappings" where people are taken and driven from one ATM to another until they withdraw all their money from their account. Then there are "struggle muggings" in Cusco, Arequipa, and Lima during which tourists are put in a chokehold from behind and stolen from while unconscious. Be very, very careful when in Peru, avoid poorly lit and deserted areas and remain vigilant everywhere else.
TERRORISM RISK: MEDIUM
The risks of terrorist attacks in Peru are low, but since there's a chance that areas in the Southern Highlands such as San Martin, Huanuco, Pasco, Junin, Ucayali, Huancavelica, Ayacucho and Apurimac might shelter members of the Shining Path terrorist group, attacks shouldn't be ruled out. It is important that you remain vigilant at all times.
SCAMS RISK: HIGH
There is a high risk of getting scammed in Peru. Be wary of people lurking around ATMs or anyone trying to distract you. Taxi drivers might try to trick you into paying more, giving you wrongful information about the price of the ride.
WOMEN TRAVELERS RISK: LOW
Many women have traveled to Peru alone and had nothing but a great time. However, this country isn't the safest in terms of females traveling solo since there have been reports of women being attacked or shamed, so be careful, especially at night and apply precaution measures at all times and avoid dark and empty streets and locations.
Visas
Most countries do not need a visa in order to enter Peru. Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months past your date of departure from Peru. Keep in mind that your stamp is valid for 30 days, though the real limit is for 180. In this case, just explain to the immigration officials that you need more than 30 days and show them your return ticket. You may even get a so-called Tarjeta Andina de Migración, which you will have to return upon your exit from Peru. If you are not sure about your visa status, visit www.doyouneedvisa.com which will let you know whether or not you need a visa based on your nationality and the country you want to visit.
Currency
Sol is the official currency in Peru, but many places accept US dollars. ATMs are available in nearly every city and town in Peru, as well as major establishments. You are advised to exchange money in exchange offices as they often give a slightly better rate than banks.
Weather
Due to Peru's diverse geography, the weather varies from region to region. When it's warm on the coast, it can be extremely cold in the mountains while the weather can be completely different in the jungle areas. In return, winter lasts from June to September on the coastal regions, during which time the mountainous areas are sunny and warm, though still cold at night. This is, for the most part, the best time to visit most regions.
Airports
Jorge Chávez International Airport is Peru's main international and domestic airport. It is located in Callao, 11 km from Lima, Peru's capital.
Travel Insurance
Just like anywhere else, we advise getting travel insurance when traveling to Peru, because it would cover not only medical problems but also theft and loss of valuables.