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Arequipa or Athens

Comprehensive comparison between Arequipa (Peru) and Athens (Greece). Analyze differences in purchasing power, housing, safety, and visas to make your next move.

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Based on 2026 cost of living data, Arequipa is more affordable than Athens. Arequipa has a cost rating of 22/100, while Athens has a cost rating of 46/100.
In terms of safety, Arequipa ranks higher with a safety score of 82/100, compared to Athens at 76/100. Arequipa's safety score is 82/100 and Athens's safety score is 76/100.
Average rent in Arequipa is typically €250 - €450 per month, whereas typical rent in Athens averages €550 - €800 per month.
For Arequipa, the visa process is rated as: Peru Rentista (Passive Income) & Digital Nomad Visa (Peru’s Rentista visa grants permanent residency to foreign remote earners / retirees (~$1,000/mo income), alongside digital nomad entries.). For Athens, the process is rated as: Greek Digital Nomad Visa & Golden Visa (Non-EU remote workers can apply for the 1-to-3 year Greek Digital Nomad Visa; property investors qualify for the Golden Visa program.).