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Puno vs Lima

Peru vs Peru · 866 km apart

Puno

Peru

S/1,500 ($400)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Lima

Peru

S/1,990 ($531)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Puno	Lima	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$4.20	$5.46	Puno
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$16.80	$21.84	Puno
Cappuccino	$1.26	$1.64	Puno
Monthly groceries (single person)	$95.20	$124	Puno
Monthly public transport pass	$15.40	$20.02	Puno
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$40.60	$52.78	Puno
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$11.76	$15.29	Puno
Fitness club membership	$11.76	$15.29	Puno
Cinema ticket	$3.08	$4.00	Puno
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$173	$239	Puno
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$120	$167	Puno
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$360	$500	Puno
Total single-person budget	$400	$531	Puno
Average net salary	$500	$650

Verdict

Puno is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Puno runs about $400 versus $531 in Lima — a difference of roughly 33%.

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 Puno · Full cost of living in Lima

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Puno cheaper than Lima?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $400 per month in Puno versus $531 in Lima — about 33% less.

How far is Puno from Lima?

The straight-line distance between Puno and Lima is approximately 866 km (538 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Puno or Lima?

The estimated average net salary is $500 in Puno and $650 in Lima. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $100 in Puno versus $119 in Lima per month.