Mexico vs Peru
Mexico is about 12% pricier than Peru overall, with a price level of 55.0 versus 48.2 (US = 100). The gap is widest in health and narrowest in communication. On quality of life, Peru scores higher (75 vs 64 of 100).
Metric Mexico Peru
Price level (US=100) 55.0 48.2
GDP / capita (PPP) $26,185 $17,802
GNI / capita (PPP) $25,460 $16,780
Inflation (YoY) 4.7% 2.0%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Mexico Peru
Housing & utilities 82 110
Food 100 89
Transport 95 74
Restaurants & hotels 84 69
Health 83 42
Communication 69 67
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Mexico Peru
Quality-of-life score 64/100 75/100
Life expectancy 75 yrs 78 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 24.9 8.6
Internet users 83% 82%
Frequently asked
Is Mexico more expensive than Peru?
Mexico is more expensive: about 12% pricier than Peru overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Peru?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Mexico would cost roughly $87,500 in Peru, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Mexico or Peru?
Peru scores higher, 75 vs 64 out of 100.
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