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Urubamba vs Arequipa

Peru vs Peru · 350 km apart

Urubamba

Peru

S/1,339 ($357)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Arequipa

Peru

S/1,727 ($461)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseUrubambaArequipaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$3.78$4.79Urubamba
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$15.12$19.15Urubamba
Cappuccino$1.13$1.44Urubamba
Monthly groceries (single person)$85.68$109Urubamba
Monthly public transport pass$13.86$17.56Urubamba
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$36.54$46.28Urubamba
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$10.58$13.41Urubamba
Fitness club membership$10.58$13.41Urubamba
Cinema ticket$2.77$3.51Urubamba
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$151$203Urubamba
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$105$141Urubamba
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$316$424Urubamba
Total single-person budget$357$461Urubamba
Average net salary$450$570

Verdict

Urubamba is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Urubamba runs about $357 versus $461 in Arequipa — a difference of roughly 29%.

Salary-adjusted, Arequipa 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 Urubamba  ·  Full cost of living in Arequipa

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Urubamba cheaper than Arequipa?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $357 per month in Urubamba versus $461 in Arequipa — about 29% less.
How far is Urubamba from Arequipa?
The straight-line distance between Urubamba and Arequipa is approximately 350 km (217 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Urubamba or Arequipa?
The estimated average net salary is $450 in Urubamba and $570 in Arequipa. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $93 in Urubamba versus $109 in Arequipa per month.