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Tumbes vs Lima

Peru vs Peru · 1,016 km apart

Tumbes

Peru

S/1,500 ($400)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Lima

Peru

S/1,990 ($531)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tumbes cheaper than Lima?

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

How far is Tumbes from Lima?

The straight-line distance between Tumbes and Lima is approximately 1,016 km (632 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Tumbes or Lima?

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