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Huancayo vs Lima

Peru vs Peru · 198 km apart

Huancayo

Peru

S/1,597 ($426)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Lima

Peru

S/1,990 ($531)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Huancayo cheaper than Lima?

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

How far is Huancayo from Lima?

The straight-line distance between Huancayo and Lima is approximately 198 km (123 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Huancayo or Lima?

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