Is San Borja Expensive?

Lima, Peru

+2% vs Lima avg

Living in San Borja, Lima

San Borja is a moderately-priced area within Lima, with a cost of living index of 26.3 — that is +2% compared to the Lima average. It sits around the middle of the pack at #6 out of 19 neighborhoods. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around S/1,701/month, compared to a range of S/1,084 in Comas to S/2,167 in San Isidro.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of San Borja, housing takes up roughly 31% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 20%, while transportation costs around 10%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately S/68,020 before tax.

Typical Salaries in San Borja

Salaries in San Borja reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 26.3:

After tax and deductions of 19.4% in Peru, take-home pay for someone earning S/68,020 would be roughly S/54,825/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

26.3
COLI Index
1.02x
vs City Avg
S/1,701
Est. 1BR Rent
#6
of 19 Areas
19.4%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in San Borja

Estimated annual deductions on a S/73,078 salary in San Borja, Lima (local employee).

Income Tax
6%
ONP/AFP + EsSalud
13.0%
Total Deductions: 19.4%
Est. Take-Home: S/58,926/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in San Borja would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $19,725
London GBP £16,975
Dubai AED AED 98,700

Other Neighborhoods in Lima

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
San Isidro 33.5 1.30x +30%
Miraflores 33.0 1.28x +28%
Barranco 29.7 1.15x +15%
Surco 27.9 1.08x +8%
La Molina 27.1 1.05x +5%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to San Borja:

Santa Bárbara, Bogotá El Virrey, Bogotá San Juan, Manila Zwierzyniec, Krakow Pantai Indah Kapuk, Jakarta Służewiec, Warsaw

Frequently Asked Questions

Is San Borja expensive in Lima?

San Borja is near the city average for Lima. Costs are about +2% vs the average, making it a mid-range neighborhood.

How does San Borja compare to the Lima average?

The cost of living in San Borja is near the Lima average. With a multiplier of 1.02x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +2% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.