LimaPeru · South America

Peru · South America · Population 7,737,002 · America/Lima

Lima in Peru (South America) offers an estimated monthly cost of ~$1000 incl. rent, a safety index of 42/100, an average annual temperature of 19.3°C for digital nomads and remote workers. This page compiles cost of living, safety, climate, internet speed, air quality and visa overview with per-item data sources and dates.

Monthly cost

$1000incl. rent · est. range

$800 – $1600

Source: public statistical estimate (NYC=100 basis) linear fit + page snapshot, updated 2026-10-07

Safety index

42/100

Source: public statistical estimate · safety index

Climate (10-yr avg)

19.3°C avg/yr

71mm · 3915h sunshine/yr

Source: Open-Meteo Historical（CC BY 4.0）2015–2024

Fixed broadband

70Mbps median down

Source: public statistical estimate (fixed broadband)

Air quality

12µg/m³ PM2.5 · Fair

Source: Open-Meteo CAMS · WHO 2021 band (2022-08 ~ 2024-12)

Visa overview

No clear long-stay route

Source: Peru snapshot (2026-10-03) · Disclaimer: visa policies change — always verify with official channels

FAQ

What is the cost of living in Lima?

Lima has an estimated monthly cost of ~$1000 including rent (range $800–$1600), based on open-data statistical estimates and page snapshots.

Is Lima safe?

Lima scores 42/100 on the public statistical safety estimate (higher is safer).

How can Chinese passport holders enter Peru?

Snapshot as of 2026-10-03: mainland Chinese passport holders are visaRequired to Peru. Verify with official immigration channels before travel.

How fast is the internet in Lima?

Median fixed broadband download is about 70 Mbps (public statistical estimate).

About Peru

Peru: GDP per capita ~$9,684 (World Bank), HDI 0.762, Global Peace Index rank #64 (IEP 2024). Open Peru country page →

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