It EXPENSIVE to Live in Peru? | Real cost of living & salaries 2026 🇵🇪 — Episode 12 La Chica Spanish

How much money do you actually need to survive in Peru? 🇵🇪💸 In this episode, we break down the real cost of living for a middle-class local and compare it to the minimum wage. You’ll learn essential numbers, food costs, and popular Peruvian slang like "lucas" or "cachuelear". Perfect for intermediate Spanish learners looking to boost their listening skills! 📥 GET THE PDF TRANSCRIPT & EXERCISES: 👉 https://patreon.com/LaChicaSpanish?ut... 🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST ON THE GO: 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/0dylon7... ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Intro 01:31 - Peruvian banknotes in USD 03:04 - What can 10 Soles buy you? 05:03 - The 50 Soles bill & a fun history fact 07:27 - Going to the market with 100 Soles 10:00 - Monthly budget breakdown (Rent, food, utilities) 12:56 - The reality of the minimum wage in Peru 15:05 - Peruvian slang: What does "cachuelear" mean? 16:04 - Salaries for graduates & professionals 18:50 - What are "Lucas"? 19:55 - Outro & Community question #SpanishPodcast #LearnSpanish #LivingInPeru #LaChicSpanish