Lima, Peru

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Country

Peru

Relocation

About Lima, Peru

Costs exclude rent

Single / month

$452

Family of 4 / mo

$1,145

Avg salary (after tax)

$624

Lima, the capital of Peru , is a vibrant city full of life and culture. Located along the Pacific coast, it is known for its beautiful beaches and stunning sunsets. Lima has a rich history, blending ancient traditions with modern influences.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $52.91
Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $84.32
Men's Dress ShoesUSD $79.24
Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $35.48

Financial

Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $2.13
Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $568.2

Food - Beverages

CappuccinoUSD $3.09
Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.61
Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $2.64
Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $4.95
Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $0.97

Food - Dining

Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $26.41
Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $4.95
Fast Food ComboUSD $6.6

Food - Grocery

Lettuce (1 Head)USD $0.91
Onions (1 kg)USD $1.05
Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $1.24
Potatoes (1 kg)USD $0.86
Milk (1 litre)USD $1.65
Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $4.19
White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.35
Dozen EggsUSD $2.18
Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $8.84
Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $6.08
Beef Round (1 kg)USD $9.92
Apples (1 kg)USD $1.97
Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.22
Oranges (1 kg)USD $1.16
Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $9.9
Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $5.78
Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.9

Housing

Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $420.69
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $628.22
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,133
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $838.72
Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $224.5
Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $165.91

Leisure

Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $248.6
Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $7,704
Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $50.43
Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $14.86
Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $6.6

Transportation

Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $2.65
Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $26,247
Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $19.81
One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.66
Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $21,460
1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $7.26
Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $2.64

Utilities (Monthly)

Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $78.47
Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $38.61