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Chimbote vs Arequipa

Peru vs Peru · 1,117 km apart

Chimbote

Peru

S/1,597 ($426)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Arequipa

Peru

S/1,727 ($461)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseChimboteArequipaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.45$4.79Chimbote
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$17.81$19.15Chimbote
Cappuccino$1.34$1.44Chimbote
Monthly groceries (single person)$101$109Chimbote
Monthly public transport pass$16.32$17.56Chimbote
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$43.04$46.28Chimbote
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$12.47$13.41Chimbote
Fitness club membership$12.47$13.41Chimbote
Cinema ticket$3.26$3.51Chimbote
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$186$203Chimbote
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$129$141Chimbote
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$387$424Chimbote
Total single-person budget$426$461Chimbote
Average net salary$530$570

Verdict

Chimbote is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Chimbote runs about $426 versus $461 in Arequipa — a difference of roughly 8%.

Salary-adjusted, Arequipa 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 Chimbote  ·  Full cost of living in Arequipa

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chimbote cheaper than Arequipa?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $426 per month in Chimbote versus $461 in Arequipa — about 8% less.
How far is Chimbote from Arequipa?
The straight-line distance between Chimbote and Arequipa is approximately 1,117 km (694 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Chimbote or Arequipa?
The estimated average net salary is $530 in Chimbote and $570 in Arequipa. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $104 in Chimbote versus $109 in Arequipa per month.