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Arequipa or Buenos Aires

Comprehensive comparison between Arequipa (Peru) and Buenos Aires (Argentina). 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 Buenos Aires. Arequipa has a cost rating of 22/100, while Buenos Aires has a cost rating of 95/100.
In terms of safety, Arequipa ranks higher with a safety score of 82/100, compared to Buenos Aires at 60/100. Arequipa's safety score is 82/100 and Buenos Aires's safety score is 60/100.
Average rent in Arequipa is typically €250 - €450 per month, whereas typical rent in Buenos Aires averages $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 Buenos Aires, the process is rated as: Nomad Friendly (New Digital Nomad visa specifically for remote workers with foreign income.).