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Barranca vs Lima

Peru vs Peru · 165 km apart

Barranca

Peru

S/1,500 ($400)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Lima

Peru

S/1,990 ($531)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseBarrancaLimaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.20$5.46Barranca
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$16.80$21.84Barranca
Cappuccino$1.26$1.64Barranca
Monthly groceries (single person)$95.20$124Barranca
Monthly public transport pass$15.40$20.02Barranca
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$40.60$52.78Barranca
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$11.76$15.29Barranca
Fitness club membership$11.76$15.29Barranca
Cinema ticket$3.08$4.00Barranca
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$173$239Barranca
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$120$167Barranca
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$360$500Barranca
Total single-person budget$400$531Barranca
Average net salary$500$650

Verdict

Barranca is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Barranca runs about $400 versus $531 in Lima — a difference of roughly 33%.

Salary-adjusted, Lima leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Barranca  ·  Full cost of living in Lima

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barranca cheaper than Lima?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $400 per month in Barranca versus $531 in Lima — about 33% less.
How far is Barranca from Lima?
The straight-line distance between Barranca and Lima is approximately 165 km (103 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Barranca or Lima?
The estimated average net salary is $500 in Barranca and $650 in Lima. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $100 in Barranca versus $119 in Lima per month.