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Davao vs Cebu City

Philippines vs Philippines · 405 km apart

Davao

Philippines

₱28,045 ($479)

single / month

Cebu City

Philippines

₱25,920 ($443)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Davao	Cebu City	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$4.79	$4.45	Cebu City
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$19.15	$17.81	Cebu City
Cappuccino	$1.44	$1.34	Cebu City
Monthly groceries (single person)	$109	$101	Cebu City
Monthly public transport pass	$17.56	$16.32	Cebu City
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$46.28	$43.04	Cebu City
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$13.41	$12.47	Cebu City
Fitness club membership	$13.41	$12.47	Cebu City
Cinema ticket	$3.51	$3.26	Cebu City
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$230	$210	Cebu City
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$160	$146	Cebu City
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$481	$439	Cebu City
Total single-person budget	$479	$443	Cebu City
Average net salary	$479	$445

Verdict

Cebu City is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Davao runs about $479 versus $443 in Cebu City — a difference of roughly 8%.

Salary-adjusted, Cebu City 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 Davao · Full cost of living in Cebu City

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Davao cheaper than Cebu City?

No. Davao costs an estimated $479 per month for a single person, about 8% more than Cebu City at $443.

How far is Davao from Cebu City?

The straight-line distance between Davao and Cebu City is approximately 405 km (252 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Davao or Cebu City?

The estimated average net salary is $479 in Davao and $445 in Cebu City. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Davao versus $2 in Cebu City per month.