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Zamboanga City, Philippines 🇵🇭
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Nomad Score:
59%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$150.00
$600.00
$25.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals in mid-range hotels or serviced apartments |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$40.00
$80.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$15.00
$40.00
$2.00
|
Daily cost for prepaid SIM and data packages |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$120.00
$300.00
$10.00
|
Daily cost assuming occasional self-catering |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$30.00
$80.00
$5.00
|
Daily cost using taxis, tricycles, and occasional car rental |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$40.00
$300.00
$20.00
|
Daily cost for meals at local and tourist-oriented restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$20.00
$100.00
$8.00
|
Daily cost for entertainment, tours, and cultural activities |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$15.00
$150.00
$5.00
|
Daily cost for travel health insurance |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$25.00
$0.00
|
Monthly average cost for visa extensions and legal paperwork |
| Total |
$430.00
$1,675.00
$75.00
|
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)
$180.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$1.20
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$1.50
Local beers are more affordable; imported brands cost more.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$2.00
Local eateries offer cheaper meals; tourist areas may charge more.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$3.50
Prices consistent across major fast food chains.
per meal
🚕 Taxi per km
$0.25
Rates may vary slightly by operator.
per km