Cost of Living & Prices:
Peru vs. United States
Compare the cost of living and prices of goods and services, such as consumer goods prices, housing costs, average wages and more, to learn about differences and similarities between countries.
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Grocery
Peru vs. United States - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 2.37 times less for grocery shopping in Peru than in the United States.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 1.61 USD in Peru and 5.84 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 72.4% lower in Peru.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 1.04 USD in Peru and 2.39 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 56.5% lower in Peru.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 8.36 USD in Peru and 20.99 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 60.2% lower in Peru.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 8.76 USD in Peru and 18 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 51.3% lower in Peru.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 5.06 USD in Peru and 17.42 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 71% lower in Peru.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 5.39 USD in Peru and 16 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 66.3% lower in Peru.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 1.59 USD in Peru and 3.21 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 50.5% lower in Peru.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 2.06 USD for 12 eggs in Peru and 4.74 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 56.5% lower in Peru.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 2.26 USD in Peru and 3.93 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 42.5% lower in Peru.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 16.78 USD in Peru and 24.99 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 32.9% lower in Peru.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 0.77 USD in Peru and 2.84 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 72.9% lower in Peru.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 1.92 USD in Peru and 4.27 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 55% lower in Peru.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 6.95 USD in Peru and 16.71 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 58.4% lower in Peru.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 1.28 USD in Peru and 1.25 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 2.3% lower in the United States.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 0.93 USD in Peru and 3.9 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 76.2% lower in Peru.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 1 USD in Peru and 5.33 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 81.2% lower in Peru.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 0.83 USD in Peru and 4.26 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 80.5% lower in Peru.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 1.18 USD in Peru and 8.22 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 85.6% lower in Peru.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 7.18 USD in Peru and 8.98 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 20% lower in Peru.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 1.02 USD in Peru and 6.25 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 83.7% lower in Peru.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 0.74 USD in Peru and 2.5 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 70.4% lower in Peru.
Restaurant
Peru vs. United States - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 3.54 times less for meals in restaurants in Peru than in the United States.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 2.67 USD in Peru and 5.22 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 48.9% lower in Peru.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 0.83 USD in Peru and 2.8 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 70.4% lower in Peru.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 2.16 USD in Peru and 8 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 73% lower in Peru.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 4.04 USD in Peru and 10 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 59.6% lower in Peru.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 5.39 USD in Peru and 12 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 55.1% lower in Peru.
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 26.96 USD in Peru and 100 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 73% lower in Peru.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 4.04 USD in Peru and 25 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 83.8% lower in Peru.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 0.56 USD in Peru and 2.2 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 74.5% lower in Peru.
Fuel
Peru vs. United States - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 1.06 times more for fuel in Peru than in the United States.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 0.9 USD in Peru and 0.95 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 5.3% lower in Peru.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 1.09 USD in Peru and 0.92 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 15.6% lower in the United States.
Transportation
Peru vs. United States - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 5.77 times less for transportation in Peru than in the United States.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 16.88 USD in Peru and 129 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 86.9% lower in Peru.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 0.54 USD in Peru and 2.75 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 80.4% lower in Peru.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 7.41 USD in Peru and 30 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 75.3% lower in Peru.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 1.62 USD in Peru and 1.86 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 12.9% lower in Peru.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 2.7 USD in Peru and 4.5 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 40% lower in Peru.
Sports & entertainment
Peru vs. United States - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 6.74 USD in Peru and 18 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 62.6% lower in Peru.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 37.22 USD in Peru and 98.26 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 62.1% lower in Peru.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 13.18 USD in Peru and 38 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 65.3% lower in Peru.
Flats for rent
Peru vs. United States - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 7.02 times less for renting an apartment in Peru than in the United States.
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 510.74 USD in Peru and 3800 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 86.6% lower in Peru.
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 342.18 USD in Peru and 2380 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 85.6% lower in Peru.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 954.26 USD in Peru and 7094 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 86.5% lower in Peru.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 667.88 USD in Peru and 4107 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 83.7% lower in Peru.
Flats for sale
Peru vs. United States - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 6.61 times less for buying an apartment in Peru than in the United States.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
For one square meter of an apartment in the city center you will pay 2071 USD in Peru and 14278 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 85.5% lower in Peru.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre
For one square meter of an apartment outside the city center, you will pay 1490 USD in Peru and 9275 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 83.9% lower in Peru.
Salary
Peru vs. United States - average salary. The average salary in Peru is 11.56 times lower than in the United States.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 518.65 USD in Peru and 5997 USD in the United States. The average salary is 91.4% lower in Peru.
Hotels
Peru vs. United States - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Average accommodation prices based on Expedia.com data • Update: 15 Dec 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024) • Peru: 20 cities, 487 hotels • United States: 20 cities, 3762 hotels