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Cost of Living in Arequipa, Peru
Arequipa is a city in Peru, where a single person can expect to spend about $700 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $363 per month, or $242 outside the centre. Internet is solid at around 126 Mbps median download speed, and Peru offers a digital nomad visa. On safety, Arequipa scores 55/100 — moderately safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 72°F and winter highs around 68°F, with roughly 321 sunny days a year.
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Arequipa
How Arequipa Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Arequipa is cheaper than 93% of them, but sits in the bottom 13% for healthcare.
| Metric | Arequipa | World rank | Rank in Latin America & Caribbean |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $700 | #24 of 340 | #5 of 63 |
| Safety | 55/100 | #213 of 340 | #14 of 63 |
| Healthcare | 45/100 | #300 of 340 | #45 of 63 |
| Internet speed | 126 Mbps | #215 of 340 | #25 of 63 |
| Walkability | 60/100 | #149 of 340 | #18 of 63 |
| Public transit | 30/100 | #199 of 340 | #30 of 63 |
| Food scene | 75/100 | #156 of 340 | #19 of 63 |
| Air quality | 65/100 | #290 of 340 | #55 of 63 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Arequipa FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Arequipa?
A single person should budget around $700 per month in Arequipa, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.
How much is rent in Arequipa?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Arequipa averages $363 per month, dropping to about $242 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $740.
Is Arequipa safe?
Arequipa scores 55/100 on safety, which is moderately safe. Tourist safety is rated 55/100.
How fast is the internet in Arequipa?
Median download speeds in Arequipa are around 126 Mbps — solid for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 15 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Peru offer a digital nomad visa?
Yes — Peru offers a digital nomad visa. US passport holders can typically stay 183 days visa-free before applying.
What is the weather like in Arequipa?
Arequipa sees summer highs around 72°F and winter highs near 68°F, with about 321 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 26 days.
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