In Chimbote, Peru, living costs about $496 per month for one person and $1273 for a family of four, including rent.
Chimbote is 44% cheaper overall versus the European benchmark.
Chimbote is 76% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Chimbote is, on average, 94% lower than in New York City.
Chimbote is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.
The main driver is rent and utilities, which can significantly impact overall living costs. Even though prices are lower than many places, they can still be challenging for some residents.
Food is 41% lower than the European benchmark, making it quite affordable for residents. This lower cost contributes positively to the overall cost of living.
Public transport is 2% lower than the European benchmark, which helps keep commuting costs manageable. This slight difference can be beneficial for daily travelers.
| Cost of Living, one person, including rent | |
|---|---|
| Without Rent | |
| Rent & Utilities | |
| Food | |
| Transport | |
| Monthly Salary, after tax | |
| GDP per Capita | |
| Freedom Index | |
| Lifespan | |
| Speak English | |
| Population |
Do you live in Chimbote? Help us.
Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 3.06 $ |
| Dinner | 20.1 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 3.72 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 3.01 $ |
| Capuccino | 4.03 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 1.03 $ |
Compare Chimbote with:
| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.97 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 0.49 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.49 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 1.62 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.28 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.69 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 7.76 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.99 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.73 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.78 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.78 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 0.72 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 0.84 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.42 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.79 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 5.82 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.42 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 4.5 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.87 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 42.2 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.05 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 18.6 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 17.1 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 6.32 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 4.18 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.79 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 2.2 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 16 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 25 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 19.1 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 85 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 172 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 222 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 282 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 1,402 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 1,064 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 383 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 11.66% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 49 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 3.47 $ |
| Haircut | 2.75 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 79.1 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 34.8 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 147 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 3,564 $ |