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Cerro de Pasco, Peru
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$600
Retiree Score
81.0
Safety Index
50.4
Healthcare
17 facilities

At over 14,000 feet above sea level, Cerro de Pasco is one of the highest cities in the world, with a population of 61,046. This Andean mining hub is a brutal place to call home - the intense cold climate and heavy toll of environmental contamination create persistent headaches for residents. While the city has an active sports and social culture, the challenges of living at such extreme altitude are immense. Cerro de Pasco is not for the faint of heart.

Can I afford Cerro de Pasco?

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Cerro de Pasco

You could save

2,400/mo

Savings Rate80%

Monthly Costs

Rent $220
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$380

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
80/100
Retiree Score
(i)
81/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Peru Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
50
Safety
17
Healthcare
100
Walkability
5
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $2
Bread (loaf) *$2
Eggs (12) $2
Rice (1kg) *$1
Chicken (1kg) *$3

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$3
Meal (Mid-range) $83
Cappuccino $2
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $63
Mobile Plan (mo) $14
Gym (mo) *$16
Cinema Ticket $7

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $132
1BR Outside (mo) *$164
3BR Center (mo) $246
3BR Outside (mo) *$287

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Limited
Expat Community
None
Top Neighborhoods
Town Centre
Best For
none

Expat Life Notes

One of the world's highest cities. It is a gritty mining center with extreme pollution and oxygen issues. Not recommended for living.

Pros

  • ✓ Authentic and rough

Cons

  • ✗ Severe health risk (Altitude/Pollution)
  • ✗ Extreme poverty
  • ✗ Significant safety issues

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
—
Temperature
—
Annual Rainfall
1489 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cerro de Pasco

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Cerro de Pasco has a population of approximately 61,046 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $550 per month in Cerro de Pasco, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $220/month.

The nearest airport to Cerro de Pasco is LIM, approximately 175km away.

Cerro de Pasco is considered moderate in terms of safety, with a safety index of 50.4. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

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