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Tarma
City in Junín, Peru
Overview
Tarma, known as the 'Pearl of the Andes,' is a lively city set amid lush mountains in central Peru. Its mix of colonial charm, lively markets, and breathtaking natural landscapes makes it a gateway to the central highlands. With friendly locals and a comfortable year-round climate, Tarma suits travelers seeking authenticity and adventure.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Peru
Region
Junín
Population
54,078
Time Zone
America/Lima
Coordinates
-11.42°, -75.69°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
68
Female Safety
62
LGBTQ+ Safety
38
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
56
Monthly Cost
$598
Local Cost
$298
Local Income
$280
Cashless
30
English
18
Temperature
9.0°C
Summer Avg
9.6°C
Winter Avg
7.7°C
Record High
22.6°C
Record Low
-5.0°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
173 mm
Internet Speed
150 Mbps
Upload
151 Mbps
Latency
11 ms
City Vibrancy
9
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
0
Parks
8
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
JAU
Distance
47 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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 78 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 2025-12-05.
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 54/100.
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