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Lima vs Cusco

Peru vs Peru · 572 km apart

Lima

Peru

S/1,990 ($531)

single / month

Cusco

Peru

S/1,597 ($426)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Cusco is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Lima runs about $531 versus $426 in Cusco — 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 Cusco

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lima cheaper than Cusco?

No. Lima costs an estimated $531 per month for a single person, about 20% more than Cusco at $426.

How far is Lima from Cusco?

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

Which city has better salaries, Lima or Cusco?

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