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Dumaguete, Philippines 🇵🇭
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Nomad Score:
68%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$150.00
$600.00
$25.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals in guesthouses or budget hotels |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$40.00
$80.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$15.00
$40.00
$2.00
|
Daily SIM/data packages or Wi-Fi access |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$120.00
$300.00
$10.00
|
Mostly eating out, minimal groceries |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$30.00
$70.00
$5.00
|
Daily use of tricycles, taxis, or scooter rentals |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$40.00
$250.00
$15.00
|
Daily meals at mid-range restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$20.00
$100.00
$8.00
|
Daily tours, entertainment, and activities |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$15.00
$150.00
$5.00
|
Travel insurance daily equivalent |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$2.00
$20.00
$0.00
|
Mostly one-time or monthly prorated fees |
| Total |
$432.00
$1,610.00
$70.00
|
Cost Profile Definitions:
Local Resident: Lives permanently in the city with local housing and lifestyle.
Digital Nomad: Mid-term stay (1-6 months) with furnished accommodation and expat lifestyle.
Tourist: Short-term visit (1-14 days) with hotels and tourist activities.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$220.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$1.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper, around $1.00.
per cup