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Cajamarca vs Lima

Peru vs Peru · 569 km apart

Cajamarca

Peru

S/1,500 ($400)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Lima

Peru

S/1,990 ($531)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Cajamarca is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Cajamarca 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 Cajamarca · Full cost of living in Lima

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cajamarca cheaper than Lima?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $400 per month in Cajamarca versus $531 in Lima — about 33% less.

How far is Cajamarca from Lima?

The straight-line distance between Cajamarca and Lima is approximately 569 km (353 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Cajamarca or Lima?

The estimated average net salary is $500 in Cajamarca and $650 in Lima. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $100 in Cajamarca versus $119 in Lima per month.