Cost of living in Arequipa (Peru) is 52% cheaper than in Memphis, Tennessee (United States)
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| Food in Arequipa (Peru) is 52% cheaper than in Memphis, Tennessee (United States) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Arequipa (Peru) | Memphis, Tennessee (United States) | Diff |
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ||
| S/. 19 ($5.18) | $13 | 60% |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | ||
| S/. 15 ($4.31) | $7 | 41% |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ||
| S/. 4.83 ($1.35) | $3.27 | 59% |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ||
| S/. 4.34 ($1.21) | $0.80 | 52% |
| 12 eggs, large | ||
| S/. 5.39 ($1.50) | $2.02 | 26% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ||
| S/. 2.73 ($0.76) | $2.93 | 74% |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ||
| S/. 9 ($2.62) | $5.55 | 53% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ||
| S/. 4.85 ($1.35) | $3.27 | 59% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ||
| S/. 1.87 ($0.52) | $1.63 | 68% |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ||
| S/. 4.64 ($1.29) | $2.07 | 38% |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ||
| S/. 26 ($7) | $14 | 51% |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | ||
| S/. 7 ($2.04) | $1.70 | 20% |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ||
| S/. 1.60 ($0.45) | $1.91 | 77% |
| Housing in Arequipa (Peru) is 65% cheaper than in Memphis, Tennessee (United States) | ||
| Arequipa (Peru) | Memphis, Tennessee (United States) | Diff |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| S/. 1,502 ($418) | $1,253 | 67% |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | ||
| S/. 917 ($255) | $936 | 73% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ||
| S/. 103 ($29) | $166 | 83% |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| S/. 1,422 ($396) | $989 | 60% |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | ||
| S/. 833 ($232) | $769 | 70% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | ||
| S/. 96 ($27) | $96 | 72% |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | ||
| S/. 72 ($20) | $48 | 58% |
| 40” flat screen TV | ||
| S/. 1,053 ($293) | $299 | 2% |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | ||
| S/. 384 ($107) | $96 | 11% |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ||
| S/. 38 ($11) | $12 | 7% |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | ||
| S/. 15 ($4.16) | $20 | 80% |
| Clothes in Arequipa (Peru) is 21% cheaper than in Memphis, Tennessee (United States) | ||
| Arequipa (Peru) | Memphis, Tennessee (United States) | Diff |
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | ||
| S/. 125 ($35) | $42 | 18% |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | ||
| S/. 100 ($28) | $33 | 16% |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | ||
| S/. 214 ($60) | $82 | 28% |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ||
| S/. 223 ($62) | $103 | 40% |
| Transportation in Arequipa (Peru) is 51% cheaper than in Memphis, Tennessee (United States) | ||
| Arequipa (Peru) | Memphis, Tennessee (United States) | Diff |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ||
| S/. 40,027 ($11,142) | $21,300 | 48% |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ||
| S/. 3.37 ($0.94) | $0.58 | 62% |
| Monthly ticket public transport | ||
| S/. 48 ($13) | $48 | 72% |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | ||
| S/. 35 ($10) | $13 | 28% |
| Personal Care in Arequipa (Peru) is 46% cheaper than in Memphis, Tennessee (United States) | ||
| Arequipa (Peru) | Memphis, Tennessee (United States) | Diff |
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ||
| S/. 23 ($7) | $7 | 10% |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ||
| S/. 30 ($8) | $8 | 1% |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | ||
| S/. 83 ($23) | $131 | 82% |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | ||
| S/. 17 ($4.75) | $5.89 | 19% |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ||
| S/. 12 ($3.35) | $2.89 | 16% |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ||
| S/. 15 ($4.22) | $4.96 | 15% |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | ||
| S/. 4.31 ($1.20) | $3.10 | 61% |
| Tube of toothpaste | ||
| S/. 5.22 ($1.45) | $1.56 | 7% |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ||
| S/. 22 ($6) | $17 | 65% |
| Entertainment in Arequipa (Peru) is 33% cheaper than in Memphis, Tennessee (United States) | ||
| Arequipa (Peru) | Memphis, Tennessee (United States) | Diff |
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ||
| S/. 57 ($16) | $44 | 64% |
| 2 tickets to the movies | ||
| S/. 29 ($8) | $21 | 62% |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ||
| S/. 97 ($27) | $124 | 78% |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ||
| S/. 101 ($28) | $53 | 47% |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ||
| S/. 19 ($5.38) | $10 | 46% |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ||
| S/. 13 ($3.68) | $4.89 | 25% |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ||
| S/. 8 ($2.10) | $4.21 | 50% |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | ||
| S/. 1,974 ($549) | $432 | 27% |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ||
| S/. 0.54 ($0.15) | $0.11 | 44% |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | ||
| S/. 105 ($29) | $34 | 13% |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | ||
| S/. 16 ($4.34) | $6 | 31% |
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For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require $3,500 in Memphis, Tennessee you would need to make just about $1,697 (S/. 6,098) in Arequipa.