Lima, Peru

In 2026, a single person living in Lima needs approximately PEN 3,003/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around PEN 6,218/month. Lima is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Lima costs approximately PEN 1,601/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around PEN 3,201/month. Rent has changed +2.8% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Lima are approximately PEN 907 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Lima costs PEN 107 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Lima average PEN 235 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Lima is located in Peru (Americas). With a 1-bed rent of PEN 1,601/month and total single-person expenses around PEN 3,003/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Lima costs approximately PEN 19 in 2026. Budget around PEN 154/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Lima from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 21.3% over this period (from PEN 1,320 in 2022 to PEN 1,601 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Lima in 2026, a single person needs approximately PEN 3,003/month. This covers rent (PEN 1,601), groceries (PEN 907), transport (PEN 107), utilities (PEN 235) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around PEN 6,218/month.