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Cusco, Peru

Cost of living · 2026 · Americas · Rent +2.8% vs 2025

1-Bed Rent PEN 1,174 per month
3-Bed Rent PEN 2,348 per month
Groceries PEN 747 per month
Transport Pass PEN 85 per month
Utilities PEN 187 per month
Restaurant Meal PEN 15 per person

Rent trend in Cusco (2022–2026)

Cost breakdown in Cusco (2026)

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Estimated monthly budget in Cusco

Based on 2026 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.

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Single person
PEN 2,312
🏠 Rent PEN 1,174
🛒 Groceries PEN 747
🚌 Transport PEN 85
💡 Utilities PEN 187
🍽️ Dining out PEN 120
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Family (3–4 people)
PEN 4,808
🏠 Rent 3-bed PEN 2,348
🛒 Groceries PEN 1,867
🚌 Transport ×2 PEN 171
💡 Utilities PEN 243
🍽️ Dining out PEN 179

Cost comparison — cities in Peru (2026)

City 1-Bed Rent Groceries Transport Utilities vs Cusco
Cusco PEN 1,174 PEN 747 PEN 85 PEN 187
Lima PEN 1,601 PEN 907 PEN 107 PEN 235 +36.4%

Other Americas cities (2026)

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living in Cusco in 2026?

In 2026, a single person living in Cusco needs approximately PEN 2,312/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around PEN 4,808/month. Cusco is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

How much is rent in Cusco in 2026?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Cusco costs approximately PEN 1,174/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around PEN 2,348/month. Rent has changed +2.8% vs 2025.

How much do groceries cost in Cusco?

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Cusco are approximately PEN 747 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

What does public transport cost in Cusco?

A monthly public transport pass in Cusco costs PEN 85 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

How much are utilities in Cusco?

Monthly utility costs in Cusco average PEN 187 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Is Cusco expensive to live in?

Cusco is located in Peru (Americas). With a 1-bed rent of PEN 1,174/month and total single-person expenses around PEN 2,312/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

How much does eating out cost in Cusco?

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Cusco costs approximately PEN 15 in 2026. Budget around PEN 120/month if dining out a few times a week.

How have living costs in Cusco changed over time?

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Cusco from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 21.3% over this period (from PEN 968 in 2022 to PEN 1,174 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

What is the monthly budget needed to live comfortably in Cusco?

To live comfortably in Cusco in 2026, a single person needs approximately PEN 2,312/month. This covers rent (PEN 1,174), groceries (PEN 747), transport (PEN 85), utilities (PEN 187) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around PEN 4,808/month.

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