Philippines vs Philippines · 978 km apart
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single / month
Cheaper overallPhilippines
single / month
| Expense | Davao | Manila | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.79 | $5.46 | Davao |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $19.15 | $21.84 | Davao |
| Cappuccino | $1.44 | $1.64 | Davao |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $109 | $124 | Davao |
| Monthly public transport pass | $17.56 | $20.02 | Davao |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $46.28 | $52.78 | Davao |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $13.41 | $15.29 | Davao |
| Fitness club membership | $13.41 | $15.29 | Davao |
| Cinema ticket | $3.51 | $4.00 | Davao |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $230 | $271 | Davao |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $160 | $189 | Davao |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $481 | $566 | Davao |
| Total single-person budget | $479 | $553 | Davao |
| Average net salary | $479 | $546 |
Davao is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Davao runs about $479 versus $553 in Manila — a difference of roughly 15%.
Salary-adjusted, Davao 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 Manila