Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in Peru is 1.55 times less expensive as compared to Panama.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between Peru and Panama. We have created 172 cost-of-living indicators. We average the prices of all those indicators and take a mathematically calculated approach to determine which country is more expensive to live in between Peru and Panama.
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Indicators | Peru | Panama |
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1 BHK Apartment in City Center | 2,200 PEN (594 USD) | 1,200 PAB (1,200 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center | 3,500 PEN (945 USD) | 2,000 PAB (2,000 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center | 5,000 PEN (1,350 USD) | 3,000 PAB (3,000 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center | 1,200 PEN (324 USD) | 800 PAB (800 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center | 2,000 PEN (540 USD) | 1,200 PAB (1,200 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center | 3,000 PEN (810 USD) | 1,800 PAB (1,800 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month | 1.3 % | 1.3 % |
Realtor Commission | 5 % | 5 % |
Property Taxes | 0.3 to 1.0 % | 0.6 to 1.0 % |
The average housing cost in Peru is 2.19 times less expensive than Panama.
Indicators | Peru | Panama |
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Basic Home Furnishing | 12,000 PEN (3,240 USD) | 3,000 PAB (3,000 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month | 150 PEN (40.50 USD) | 150 PAB (150 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month | 100 PEN (27 USD) | 100 PAB (100 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month | 80 PEN (21.60 USD) | 80 PAB (80 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month | 50 PEN (13.50 USD) | 60 PAB (60 USD) |
If you lived in Peru, instead of Panama, you would have to pay 1.40% less for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in Peru costs 1.08 times more compared to Panama.
Indicators | Peru | Panama |
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Standard Wifi Cost Per Month | 120 PEN (32.40 USD) | 70 PAB (70 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month | 60 PEN (16.20 USD) | 50 PAB (50 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month | 40 PEN (10.80 USD) | 30 PAB (30 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month | 80 PEN (21.60 USD) | 80 PAB (80 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 64.78% less in Peru compared to Panama.
Indicators | Peru | Panama |
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Long Grain Rice (1 KG) | 6 PEN (1.62 USD) | 2 PAB (2 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter) | 5 PEN (1.35 USD) | 1.50 PAB (1.50 USD) |
Water (1 Liter) | 1 PEN (0.27 USD) | 0.50 PAB (0.50 USD) |
Bread (500 gm) | 3 PEN (0.81 USD) | 1 PAB (1 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen) | 12 PEN (3.24 USD) | 3 PAB (3 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG) | 20 PEN (5.40 USD) | 5 PAB (5 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG) | 18 PEN (4.86 USD) | 7 PAB (7 USD) |
In Peru, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 1.23 times less expensive than the cost in Panama.
If you lived in Peru, instead of Panama, you would have to pay 12.25% less for Groceries.
Indicators | Peru | Panama |
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Apples (1 KG) | 10 PEN (2.70 USD) | 3 PAB (3 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG) | 6 PEN (1.62 USD) | 1.50 PAB (1.50 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG) | 8 PEN (2.16 USD) | 2 PAB (2 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG) | 5 PEN (1.35 USD) | 2 PAB (2 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG) | 3 PEN (0.81 USD) | 1 PAB (1 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG) | 7 PEN (1.89 USD) | 2.50 PAB (2.50 USD) |
Onions (1 KG) | 6 PEN (1.62 USD) | 1.50 PAB (1.50 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG) | 8 PEN (2.16 USD) | 2.50 PAB (2.50 USD) |
If you lived in Peru, instead of Panama, you would have to pay 1.12 times less for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | Peru | Panama |
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Meal at a Resonable Restaurant | 25 PEN (6.75 USD) | 12 PAB (12 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two | 80 PEN (21.60 USD) | 30 PAB (30 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal | 15 PEN (4.05 USD) | 6 PAB (6 USD) |
Normal Coffee | 8 PEN (2.16 USD) | 2.50 PAB (2.50 USD) |
Soft Drink | 4 PEN (1.08 USD) | 1.50 PAB (1.50 USD) |
Pizza for One | 30 PEN (8.10 USD) | 12 PAB (12 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal | 25 PEN (6.75 USD) | 10 PAB (10 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20 | 15 PEN (4.05 USD) | 6 PAB (6 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 31.82% less in Peru compared to Panama.
Indicators | Peru | Panama |
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Wine Mid-Range Bottle | 45 PEN (12.15 USD) | 15 PAB (15 USD) |
Glass of Wine | 20 PEN (5.40 USD) | 6 PAB (6 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter | 6 PEN (1.62 USD) | 2.50 PAB (2.50 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter | 10 PEN (2.70 USD) | 4 PAB (4 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter | 45 PEN (12.15 USD) | 15 PAB (15 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter | 65 PEN (17.55 USD) | 25 PAB (25 USD) |
If you lived in Peru, instead of Panama, you would have to pay 1.31 times less for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | Peru | Panama |
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Monthly Public Transportation Pass | 80 PEN (21.60 USD) | 50 PAB (50 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket | 2 PEN (0.54 USD) | 1.50 PAB (1.50 USD) |
Single Train Ticket | Yet to Update () | Yet to Update () |
Domestic Airplane Ticket | 300 PEN (81 USD) | 100 PAB (100 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare | 5 PEN (1.35 USD) | 3 PAB (3 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer | 2 PEN (0.54 USD) | 1.50 PAB (1.50 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day | 80 PEN (21.60 USD) | 30 PAB (30 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour | 5 PEN (1.35 USD) | 2 PAB (2 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour | 2 PEN (0.54 USD) | 1 PAB (1 USD) |
If you lived in Peru, instead of Panama, you would have to pay 1.47 times less for transportation.
Indicators | Peru | Panama |
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Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost | 35,000 PEN (9,450 USD) | 15,000 PAB (15,000 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost | 300 PEN (81 USD) | 80 PAB (80 USD) |
Driving License Fees | 150 PEN (40.50 USD) | 50 PAB (50 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost | 1,500 PEN (405 USD) | 400 PAB (400 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost | 200 PEN (54 USD) | 150 PAB (150 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates | 8 % | 6 % |
Fuel Per Liter | 5 PEN (1.35 USD) | 1.20 PAB (1.20 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon | 20 PEN (5.40 USD) | 4.50 PAB (4.50 USD) |
Average Toll Fees | Yet to Update | 5 PAB 5 USD |
You would have to pay 1.56 times less for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in Peru compared to that of Panama.
Indicators | Peru | Panama |
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Doctor Visit | 60 PEN (16.20 USD) | 50 PAB (50 USD) |
Specialist Visit | 120 PEN (32.40 USD) | 100 PAB (100 USD) |
Dentist Visit | 80 PEN (21.60 USD) | 70 PAB (70 USD) |
Eye Exam | 50 PEN (13.50 USD) | 50 PAB (50 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling | 120 PEN (32.40 USD) | 100 PAB (100 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening | 60 PEN (16.20 USD) | 50 PAB (50 USD) |
Physical Therapy | 100 PEN (27 USD) | 75 PAB (75 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit | 500 PEN (135 USD) | 300 PAB (300 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night | 300 PEN (81 USD) | 150 PAB (150 USD) |
Vaccinations | 30 PEN (8.10 USD) | 30 PAB (30 USD) |
Prescription Medication | 30 PEN (8.10 USD) | 20 PAB (20 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication | 15 PEN (4.05 USD) | 10 PAB (10 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums | 200 PEN (54 USD) | 150 PAB (150 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles | 100 PEN (27 USD) | 75 PAB (75 USD) |
If you lived in Peru, instead of Panama, you would have to pay 2.58 times less for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | Peru | Panama |
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Cosmetic Procedures | 250 PEN (67.50 USD) | 200 PAB (200 USD) |
Spa Treatment | 150 PEN (40.50 USD) | 75 PAB (75 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost | 60 PEN (16.20 USD) | 30 PAB (30 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost | 150 PEN (40.50 USD) | 80 PAB (80 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost | 100 PEN (27 USD) | 40 PAB (40 USD) |
Haircuts | 30 PEN (8.10 USD) | 15 PAB (15 USD) |
Hair Coloring | 80 PEN (21.60 USD) | 40 PAB (40 USD) |
Shampoo Price | 10 PEN (2.70 USD) | 5 PAB (5 USD) |
Toothpaste Price | 5 PEN (1.35 USD) | 2 PAB (2 USD) |
If you lived in Peru, instead of Panama, you would have to pay 2.16 times less for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | Peru | Panama |
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Pair of Nike Running Shoes | 350 PEN (94.50 USD) | 80 PAB (80 USD) |
Men's Shirt | 70 PEN (18.90 USD) | 25 PAB (25 USD) |
Women's Dress | 120 PEN (32.40 USD) | 40 PAB (40 USD) |
Summer Dress | 80 PEN (21.60 USD) | 30 PAB (30 USD) |
Men's Suit | 400 PEN (108 USD) | 100 PAB (100 USD) |
Men's Jeans | 150 PEN (40.50 USD) | 40 PAB (40 USD) |
Women's Jeans | 100 PEN (27 USD) | 30 PAB (30 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes | 150 PEN (40.50 USD) | 80 PAB (80 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes | 150 PEN (40.50 USD) | 80 PAB (80 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes | 100 PEN (27 USD) | 50 PAB (50 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes | 90 PEN (24.30 USD) | 50 PAB (50 USD) |
Underwear For Men | 20 PEN (5.40 USD) | 8 PAB (8 USD) |
Underwear For Women | 25 PEN (6.75 USD) | 12 PAB (12 USD) |
Socks For Men | 10 PEN (2.70 USD) | 3 PAB (3 USD) |
Socks For Women | 10 PEN (2.70 USD) | 3 PAB (3 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults | 200 PEN (54 USD) | 80 PAB (80 USD) |
Sportswear | 80 PEN (21.60 USD) | 40 PAB (40 USD) |
If you lived in Peru, instead of Panama, you would have to pay 1.32 times less for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | Peru | Panama |
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Children's Jeans | 60 PEN (16.20 USD) | 20 PAB (20 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers | 70 PEN (18.90 USD) | 30 PAB (30 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat | 100 PEN (27 USD) | 40 PAB (40 USD) |
Daycare for Infant | 500 PEN (135 USD) | 200 PAB (200 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler | 400 PEN (108 USD) | 150 PAB (150 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days | 60 PEN (16.20 USD) | 30 PAB (30 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs | 300 PEN (81 USD) | 150 PAB (150 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities | 200 PEN (54 USD) | 100 PAB (100 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids | 300 PEN (81 USD) | 150 PAB (150 USD) |
If you lived in Peru, instead of Panama, you would have to pay 1.62 times less for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | Peru | Panama |
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PreSchool Fees | 600 PEN (162 USD) | 250 PAB (250 USD) |
Primary School Fees | 1,500 PEN (405 USD) | 400 PAB (400 USD) |
Secondary School Fees | 2,500 PEN (675 USD) | 600 PAB (600 USD) |
Private School Fees | 4,000 PEN (1,080 USD) | 1,000 PAB (1,000 USD) |
University Tuition Fees | 8,000 PEN (2,160 USD) | 2,500 PAB (2,500 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees | 12,000 PEN (3,240 USD) | 3,500 PAB (3,500 USD) |
After School Activities | 150 PEN (40.50 USD) | 75 PAB (75 USD) |
Special Education Services | 400 PEN (108 USD) | 200 PAB (200 USD) |
Tutoring | 60 PEN (16.20 USD) | 30 PAB (30 USD) |
Textbooks Cost | 100 PEN (27 USD) | 50 PAB (50 USD) |
School Supplies | 60 PEN (16.20 USD) | 30 PAB (30 USD) |
If you lived in Peru, instead of Panama, you would have to pay 1.09 times less for school and education.
Indicators | Peru | Panama |
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Movie Ticket (Single) | 25 PEN (6.75 USD) | 8 PAB (8 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single) | 50 PEN (13.50 USD) | 15 PAB (15 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single) | 60 PEN (16.20 USD) | 25 PAB (25 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single) | 50 PEN (13.50 USD) | 15 PAB (15 USD) |
Gym Membership | 100 PEN (27 USD) | 40 PAB (40 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access | 40 PEN (10.80 USD) | 25 PAB (25 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket | 20 PEN (5.40 USD) | 8 PAB (8 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket | 30 PEN (8.10 USD) | 12 PAB (12 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket | 60 PEN (16.20 USD) | 20 PAB (20 USD) |
Bowling | 25 PEN (6.75 USD) | 15 PAB (15 USD) |
Mini Golf | 20 PEN (5.40 USD) | 12 PAB (12 USD) |
Video Games | 100 PEN (27 USD) | 40 PAB (40 USD) |
Streaming Services | 30 PEN (8.10 USD) | 12 PAB (12 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental | 30 PEN (8.10 USD) | 15 PAB (15 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass | 800 PEN (216 USD) | 500 PAB (500 USD) |
If you lived in Peru, instead of Panama, you would have to pay 1.96 times less for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | Peru | Panama |
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Language Classes | 300 PEN (81 USD) | 150 PAB (150 USD) |
Parenting Classes | 300 PEN (81 USD) | 150 PAB (150 USD) |
Art Classes | 40 PEN (10.80 USD) | 25 PAB (25 USD) |
Fitness Classes | 30 PEN (8.10 USD) | 25 PAB (25 USD) |
Music Lessons | 50 PEN (13.50 USD) | 30 PAB (30 USD) |
Dance Lessons | 50 PEN (13.50 USD) | 30 PAB (30 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes | 20 PEN (5.40 USD) | 8 PAB (8 USD) |
Educational Software | 300 PEN (81 USD) | 150 PAB (150 USD) |
If you lived in Peru, instead of Panama, you would have to pay 1.93 times less for Private Classes.
Indicators | Peru | Panama |
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Average Gross Monthly Salary | 2,500 PEN (675 USD) | 1,500 PAB (1,500 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary | 2,000 PEN (540 USD) | 1,200 PAB (1,200 USD) |
Minimum Wages | 33.33 PEN per hour (9 USD) | 20 PAB per hour (20 USD) |
Average Bonus | 300 PEN (81 USD) | 150 PAB (150 USD) |
Income Tax Rate | 0 to 18 % | 0 to 7 % |
Social Security Contributions | 9 % | 9 % |
Pension Contributions | 8 % | 10 % |
Cost of Living Index | 60 | 50 |
Median Household Income | 1,800 PEN (486 USD) | 1,200 PAB (1,200 USD) |
If you lived in Peru, you would earn 2.27 times less salary as compared to Panama.
Indicators | Peru | Panama |
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Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate | 200 PEN (54 USD) | 100 PAB (100 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate | 150 PEN (40.50 USD) | 80 PAB (80 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate | 100 PEN (27 USD) | 80 PAB (80 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate | 80 PEN (21.60 USD) | 60 PAB (60 USD) |
Professional Services cost 2.24 times less in Peru, as compared to Panama.
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