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Cusco vs Lima

Peru vs Peru · 572 km apart

Cusco

Peru

S/1,597 ($426)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Lima

Peru

S/1,990 ($531)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Cusco	Lima	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$4.45	$5.46	Cusco
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$17.81	$21.84	Cusco
Cappuccino	$1.34	$1.64	Cusco
Monthly groceries (single person)	$101	$124	Cusco
Monthly public transport pass	$16.32	$20.02	Cusco
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$43.04	$52.78	Cusco
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$12.47	$15.29	Cusco
Fitness club membership	$12.47	$15.29	Cusco
Cinema ticket	$3.26	$4.00	Cusco
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$186	$239	Cusco
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$129	$167	Cusco
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$387	$500	Cusco
Total single-person budget	$426	$531	Cusco
Average net salary	$530	$650

Verdict

Cusco is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Cusco runs about $426 versus $531 in Lima — a difference of roughly 25%.

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 Cusco · Full cost of living in Lima

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cusco cheaper than Lima?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $426 per month in Cusco versus $531 in Lima — about 25% less.

How far is Cusco from Lima?

The straight-line distance between Cusco and Lima is approximately 572 km (355 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Cusco or Lima?

The estimated average net salary is $530 in Cusco and $650 in Lima. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $104 in Cusco versus $119 in Lima per month.