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El Alto
City in Piura, Peru
Overview
El Alto is a small, rural town in the Piura region of northern Peru known for its friendly community, lively markets, and proximity to coastal landscapes. The city is a gateway to unique natural settings, with a slow pace perfect for those seeking tranquility and authentic experiences.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Peru
Region
Piura
Population
9,303
Time Zone
America/Lima
Coordinates
-4.27°, -81.22°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
65
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$588
Local Cost
$312
Local Income
$240
Cashless
25
English
20
Temperature
22.8°C
Summer Avg
24.4°C
Winter Avg
21.3°C
Record High
33.7°C
Record Low
15.0°C
Humidity
76%
Precipitation
116 mm
Internet Speed
31 Mbps
Upload
12 Mbps
Latency
59 ms
City Vibrancy
16
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
16
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
PTL
Distance
29 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
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 131 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
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 55/100.
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