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Lima vs Arequipa

Peru vs Peru · 764 km apart

Lima

Peru

S/1,990 ($531)

single / month

Arequipa

Peru

S/1,727 ($461)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Lima	Arequipa	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$5.46	$4.79	Arequipa
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$21.84	$19.15	Arequipa
Cappuccino	$1.64	$1.44	Arequipa
Monthly groceries (single person)	$124	$109	Arequipa
Monthly public transport pass	$20.02	$17.56	Arequipa
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$52.78	$46.28	Arequipa
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$15.29	$13.41	Arequipa
Fitness club membership	$15.29	$13.41	Arequipa
Cinema ticket	$4.00	$3.51	Arequipa
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$239	$203	Arequipa
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$167	$141	Arequipa
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$500	$424	Arequipa
Total single-person budget	$531	$461	Arequipa
Average net salary	$650	$570

Verdict

Arequipa is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Lima runs about $531 versus $461 in Arequipa — a difference of roughly 13%.

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 Lima · Full cost of living in Arequipa

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lima cheaper than Arequipa?

No. Lima costs an estimated $531 per month for a single person, about 13% more than Arequipa at $461.

How far is Lima from Arequipa?

The straight-line distance between Lima and Arequipa is approximately 764 km (475 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Lima or Arequipa?

The estimated average net salary is $650 in Lima and $570 in Arequipa. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $119 in Lima versus $109 in Arequipa per month.