Philippines vs Philippines · 454 km apart
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| Expense | Lawaan | Davao | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.78 | $4.79 | Lawaan |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $15.12 | $19.15 | Lawaan |
| Cappuccino | $1.13 | $1.44 | Lawaan |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $85.68 | $109 | Lawaan |
| Monthly public transport pass | $13.86 | $17.56 | Lawaan |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $36.54 | $46.28 | Lawaan |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $10.58 | $13.41 | Lawaan |
| Fitness club membership | $10.58 | $13.41 | Lawaan |
| Cinema ticket | $2.77 | $3.51 | Lawaan |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $171 | $230 | Lawaan |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $119 | $160 | Lawaan |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $358 | $481 | Lawaan |
| Total single-person budget | $371 | $479 | Lawaan |
| Average net salary | $378 | $479 |
Lawaan is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Lawaan runs about $371 versus $479 in Davao — a difference of roughly 29%.
Salary-adjusted, Lawaan 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 Lawaan · Full cost of living in Davao