Manila, Philippines 🇵🇭
#585
,
Nomad Score:
64%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$250.00
$900.00
$35.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals in mid-range hotels or serviced apartments |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$60.00
$120.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$25.00
$50.00
$3.00
|
Daily cost for prepaid SIM and occasional Wi-Fi access |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$150.00
$350.00
$10.00
|
Daily cost assuming some self-catering or snacks |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$40.00
$100.00
$8.00
|
Daily cost using taxis, ride-hailing, and public transport |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$60.00
$400.00
$20.00
|
Daily cost for meals at tourist-friendly restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$30.00
$150.00
$12.00
|
Daily cost for entertainment, tours, and cultural activities |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$25.00
$200.00
$5.00
|
Daily cost for travel insurance coverage |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$5.00
$30.00
$0.00
|
Monthly average for visa renewals and legal paperwork |
| Total |
$645.00
$2,300.00
$93.00
|
Local Resident: Basic but comfortable lifestyle for a local salary. Cooking most meals at home with occasional local restaurants (2-3x/month). Local brands and services.
Digital Nomad: Western standard of living with imported goods/services. Regular dining out at mid-range to upscale restaurants (3-4x/week). Mix of local and imported products.
Tourist: Daily costs for comfortable short-term stays. Eating most meals at restaurants, using tourist-oriented services and accommodations.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$350.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$1.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$1.80
Local beers are affordable; imported brands cost more.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$3.00
Typical local eateries; prices can be lower outside tourist areas.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$4.00
Popular chains like Jollibee and McDonald's.
per meal
🚕 Taxi per km
$0.30
Rates can increase with traffic congestion.
per km