Peru
Live cost-of-living data across 2 cities in Peru — average cost index 28/100 (New York = 100), ranging from 25 to 31. Sourced by AI, refreshed regularly.
Cost of living by city in Peru
Ranked cheapest first. Cost index anchored to New York = 100.
Frequently asked questions
Is Peru cheap to live in?
Across 2 cities in Peru, the average cost-of-living index is 28 (New York = 100) — from 25 in Lima to 31 in Cusco. It's meaningfully cheaper than the US and Western Europe.
What is the cheapest city in Peru?
Lima is the most affordable city we track in Peru, with a cost-of-living index of 25 (New York = 100) and a 1-bedroom city-center rent around $850/month.
How much does it cost to live in Peru per month?
A single person can live comfortably in the cheaper cities of Peru for roughly $500–$700/month. Costs scale up toward Cusco. See the full city-by-city breakdown above.
Compare Lima with anywhere
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