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About Balabac

Balabac, Philippines 🇵🇭 is a remote island paradise with stunning beaches, clear waters, and a laid-back vibe—ideal for digital nomads seeking inspiration and quiet. 🌴 However, internet can be limited and infrastructure is basic, so it’s best for short stays or those who can work offline. Great for a digital detox, not heavy remote work. 🌊💻

Through the year

Best in January (58) · now 58
0° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan: 298 mm Feb: 182 mm Mar: 183 mm Apr: 188 mm May: 291 mm Jun: 271 mm Jul: 225 mm Aug: 249 mm Sep: 304 mm Oct: 331 mm Nov: 384 mm Dec: 333 mm Jan: 28°C / 25°C Feb: 29°C / 25°C Mar: 29°C / 25°C Apr: 30°C / 26°C May: 30°C / 26°C Jun: 30°C / 25°C Jul: 30°C / 25°C Aug: 30°C / 25°C Sep: 30°C / 25°C Oct: 29°C / 25°C Nov: 29°C / 25°C Dec: 29°C / 25°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 7.9
Internet Speed 2.5
Safety 5.8
Digital Nomad Popularity 0.7
Weather 5.9
Accommodation Cost 8.4
Racial Tolerance 6.5
Nomad Friendly 1.9
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Quick costs

Quick costs in Balabac
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $64.82 per month
Coworking Space $24.31 per month
Coffee $0.81 per cup
Beer $0.97 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $0.97 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $4.86 per month
Mobile Plan $4.86 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $24.31 per month

Other cities in Philippines

Other cities in Philippines
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Cebu City $1,777 6.7 Compare
2 Taguig $1,653 6.7 Compare
3 Makati $2,086 6.6 Compare
4 Manila $2,039 6.5 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Puerto Princesa PH Philippines $1,647 5.9 Compare
2 Kota Kinabalu MY Malaysia $1,859 6.6 Compare
3 Sandakan MY Malaysia $986 5.7 Compare
4 Port Barton PH Philippines $729 5.4 Compare

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