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Lima vs Callao

Peru vs Peru · 11 km apart

Lima

Peru

S/1,990 ($531)

single / month

VS

Callao

Peru

S/1,597 ($426)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Callao is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Lima runs about $531 versus $426 in Callao — a difference of roughly 20%.

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 Callao

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lima cheaper than Callao?
No. Lima costs an estimated $531 per month for a single person, about 20% more than Callao at $426.
How far is Lima from Callao?
The straight-line distance between Lima and Callao is approximately 11 km (7 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Lima or Callao?
The estimated average net salary is $650 in Lima and $530 in Callao. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $119 in Lima versus $104 in Callao per month.