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Cost of living in Peru

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Food Price in S/.
12 eggs dozen, large 12.50 PEN
1 beer pint in local shops, markets 7 PEN
1 kg of tomatoes 8.50 PEN
Full chicken 2kg 38.75 PEN
1litre 100% fruit juice 8.50 PEN
1 package of cigarettes imported brands 25 PEN
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples 7.50 PEN
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality 48.95 PEN
2.5 liters of Coca-Cola 0.95 PEN
1 Bread loaf standard 9.50 PEN
Whole fat Yogurt. 500ml 12 PEN
1x6 pack Dardanelle tuna 18.50 PEN
Heinz baked beans 1 tin 8 PEN
1.5 kg Sugar 10 PEN
2 liter cooking oil 20 PEN
Yum-yum noodles per pack 2.00 PEN
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes 5.50 PEN
1 liter milk 8.50 PEN
Fast food restaurant large serving/ take away 25 PEN
Housing
Utilities per month (water, electricity, gas) for 2 people in flat 165 PEN
Wi-Fi monthly fee 8 Mbps (1 month) 145 PEN
Laundry detergent (bleach, sunlight liquid, washing surf… altogether) 58.50 PEN
House Cleaning fee per day 105 PEN
Large Gas heater price range upwards. 200 PEN
Original branded Electric Fans 200 PEN
Original branded Electric kettle. 120 PEN
40 inches Beko flat screen HD TV set 2000 PEN
Single bed Blankets 120 PEN
Personal Care
Avon for women and men cologne 100 PEN
Ladies hair plaiting. 60 PEN
Ladies Sanitaryware (Pads and Tampoons) 18 PEN
Men's haircut 40 PEN
Ibuprofen, Panadol, Grandpa Pain killers box of 12 dosses 24.50 PEN
Mobile package local network providers’ talk-time, data and messages 65 PEN
1 month of gym subscription. 105 PEN
Earphones original (Samsung. iPhone) 90 PEN
Unisex Loris perfume 30 PEN
Gadgets maintenance and repairs (cellphone, laptops, tablets...) starting price. 100 PEN
Smart phones (Samsung, Xiaomi, HTC, IPhone) price range upwards 1000 PEN
Laptops (Samsung, Lenovo, Hp, Monster, Dell etc.) price range upwards 3000 PEN
Entertainment
Boat cruise with refreshments and finger snacks 120 PEN
Go carting 30mins 120 PEN
Movie House 3d cinema 30 PEN
Summer Festivals (jet, bumper cars, lucky deep ...(per ticket) 15 PEN
Photo shoot 120 PEN
Cappuccino / expresso/ coffee 12.50 PEN
3 course dinner local restaurant two people 96.50 PEN
3 course dinner classy, exotic restaurant two people 150 PEN
Play station 4 console without games. 2000 PEN
Spalding Basketball 200 PEN
Original branded Racket and Wilson’s tennis balls 500 PEN
Transportation
Taxi fare on average 5-10km 45 PEN
Public transport per trip one way maximum fare 30 PEN
1 liter petrol/diesel 6.50 PEN
1 day rent a car cost 140 PEN
Driver’s license 2300 PEN
Clothes
1 pair of jeans (Denim or similar) 150 PEN
1 pair of men’s formal shoes 215 PEN
1 pair original sport/casual shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) 280 PEN
1 classy summer dress (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) 135.79 PEN
Ladies formal shoes original and durable 120 PEN
Back-pack, gym bag (Nike, Adidas, New balance) 150 PEN

Relative to other countries in Latin America, the cost of living in Peru is average. Living in the city, mostly in Lima, is more expensive than in rural areas, and the range of services and quality of produce also varies depending on the region. According to Mercer's 2019 Cost of Living report, Lima is graded 132nd out of 209 cities, making it a mid-range city in terms of the cost of living for expats.

Accommodation

The cost of accommodation in Peru is variable, with apartments being extra expensive in the larger cities. Lima has the most expensive accommodation, mostly in areas such as Miraflores, Barranco, and San Isidro.

Accommodation is likely to be an expat’s utmost expense when living in Peru. If moving there as part of a corporate relocation, it’s a good idea to factor accommodation costs into any contract negotiations.

Groceries

The cost of food here displays as cheap on a global scale but more expensive than in neighboring South American countries like Argentina. Purchasing seasonal fruits and vegetables from the large central markets is the best way to save money and to sample the local flavors.

Food is moderately well-priced in Peru. Food at local fresh produce markets is commonly cheaper than in supermarkets and it’s often possible to bargain down the prices. However, the value of products may vary.

Transport

The cost of transport in Peru is quite low and it’s comparatively cheap to travel around the country using public transport. The running costs of a vehicle can be costly due to high import costs.

Travel around Peru is comparatively easy and inexpensive. But because its varied and unique terrain of mountains, deserts, and rain forests, getting around Peru can be an interesting and sometimes time-consuming experience. Buses offer a comparatively cheap means of getting around Peru, but they’re often overcrowded and slow.

A number of private companies offer services, and several of these companies operate their own bus stations. For long-distance buses, it’s achievable to book tickets online or buy tickets directly from the bus company offices.

Schooling

Schooling at public schools in Peru is free, but schooling at a private or international school is expensive. If desiring to send children to an international school in Peru, expats should factor this into their budget, and if moving to the country as part of a corporate relocation package, they should make provisions for this in their contract.

Cost of living in Peru chart

Prices may differ depending on the product and service provider. The list below shows average prices for Peru in March 2020.

 

Furnished one-bedroom apartment PEN 1,450
Accommodation (monthly rent in good area)
Furnished two-bedroom apartment PEN 2,200
Accommodation (monthly rent in good area)
     
Eggs (dozen) PEN 8 Shopping
Milk (1 litre) PEN 4 Shopping
Rice (1kg) PEN 3.65 Shopping
Loaf of white bread PEN  7 Shopping
Chicken breasts (1kg) PEN 19 Shopping
Pack of cigarettes (Marlboro) PEN 12 Shopping
     
Big Mac Meal PEN 15 Eating out
Coca-Cola (330ml) PEN 2.25 Eating out
Cappuccino PEN 8 Eating out
Bottle of local beer PEN 9 Eating out
Three-course meal for two at a mid-range restaurant PEN 140 Eating out
     
Mobile-to-mobile call rate (per minute) PEN 0.73 Utilities
Internet (uncapped ADSL or cable – average per month) PEN 135 Utilities
Basic utilities (per month for small apartment) PEN 250 Utilities
     
Taxi rate (per kilometre) PEN 5 Transportation
Bus/train fare in the city centre PEN 1.50 Transportation
Petrol/gasoline (per litre) PEN 5.33 Transportation

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