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Puerto Santa
City in Áncash, Peru
Overview
Puerto Santa is a small port city in the Áncash region of northern Peru, known for its relaxed coastal vibe and strong local traditions. The city offers a genuine Peruvian experience with busy markets, fresh seafood, and easy access to nearby beaches and fishing opportunities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Peru
Region
Áncash
Population
14,066
Time Zone
America/Lima
Coordinates
-8.99°, -78.65°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
50
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$503
Local Cost
$277
Local Income
$290
Cashless
25
English
20
Temperature
20.2°C
Summer Avg
22.3°C
Winter Avg
18.3°C
Record High
29.6°C
Record Low
13.7°C
Humidity
86%
Precipitation
66 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
CHM
Distance
23 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.
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