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Urubamba vs Lima

Peru vs Peru · 551 km apart

Urubamba

Peru

S/1,339 ($357)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Lima

Peru

S/1,990 ($531)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseUrubambaLimaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$3.78$5.46Urubamba
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$15.12$21.84Urubamba
Cappuccino$1.13$1.64Urubamba
Monthly groceries (single person)$85.68$124Urubamba
Monthly public transport pass$13.86$20.02Urubamba
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$36.54$52.78Urubamba
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$10.58$15.29Urubamba
Fitness club membership$10.58$15.29Urubamba
Cinema ticket$2.77$4.00Urubamba
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$151$239Urubamba
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$105$167Urubamba
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$316$500Urubamba
Total single-person budget$357$531Urubamba
Average net salary$450$650

Verdict

Urubamba is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Urubamba runs about $357 versus $531 in Lima — a difference of roughly 49%.

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 Urubamba  ·  Full cost of living in Lima

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Urubamba cheaper than Lima?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $357 per month in Urubamba versus $531 in Lima — about 49% less.
How far is Urubamba from Lima?
The straight-line distance between Urubamba and Lima is approximately 551 km (343 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Urubamba or Lima?
The estimated average net salary is $450 in Urubamba and $650 in Lima. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $93 in Urubamba versus $119 in Lima per month.