Town in Ica, Peru
Cost of living in Paracas
How much a month costs in Paracas
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $813–1,250 (S/2,800–4,300).
Prices in Paracas
Typical 2026 ranges in PEN, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | PEN | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | S/30–65 | $8.7–18.9 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | S/150–350 | $44–102 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | S/12–22 | $3.5–6.4 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | S/35–70 | $10–20 |
| Cappuccino | S/8–13 | $2.3–3.8 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | S/10–18 | $2.9–5.2 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | S/1–3 | $0.29–0.87 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | S/6–12 | $1.7–3.5 |
| Work and life | ||
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | S/30–60 | $8.7–17.4 |
Value for money: 90/100
A value score of 90/100 means Paracas gives more quality of life per dollar than 89% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 68/100. It's the 5th most affordable of 13 places we cover in Peru.
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Cost of living across Peru
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
| Place | Comfortable month | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Huaraz | $697–1,100 | 94/100 |
| Puno | $697–1,100 | 81/100 |
| Huacachina | $726–1,160 | 92/100 |
| Máncora | $726–1,220 | 87/100 |
| Paracas | $813–1,250 | 90/100 |
| Iquitos | $813–1,250 | 73/100 |
| Arequipa | $930–1,450 | 76/100 |
| Sacred Valley | $959–1,510 | 81/100 |
| Cusco | $1,020–1,600 | 58/100 |
| Nazca | $1,020–1,600 | 66/100 |
| Puerto Maldonado | $1,020–1,600 | 60/100 |
| Lima | $1,310–2,030 | 56/100 |
| Machu Picchu | $1,740–2,760 | 37/100 |
Cheaper alternatives to Paracas
Similar safety, lower cost, in South America.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Paracas?
About $407–610 on a lean budget, $813–1,250 for a comfortable month and $1,890–3,200 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much does food cost in Paracas?
A local meal is S/12–22 ($3.5–6.4); a mid-range restaurant is S/35–70 ($10–20) per person.
Is Peru expensive?
Prices in Peru are about 52% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Servicio Nacional de Áreas Naturales Protegidas (SERNANP)
- PROMPERÚ (Peru Travel)
- Cruz del Sur
Prices are SoloSquare estimates for 2026, reviewed against official and operator prices where available. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.