Philippines vs Philippines · 635 km apart
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| Expense | Roxas | Zamboanga City | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.91 | $4.79 | Roxas |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $15.62 | $19.15 | Roxas |
| Cappuccino | $1.17 | $1.44 | Roxas |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $88.54 | $109 | Roxas |
| Monthly public transport pass | $14.32 | $17.56 | Roxas |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $37.76 | $46.28 | Roxas |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $10.94 | $13.41 | Roxas |
| Fitness club membership | $10.94 | $13.41 | Roxas |
| Cinema ticket | $2.86 | $3.51 | Roxas |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $179 | $230 | Roxas |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $124 | $160 | Roxas |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $373 | $481 | Roxas |
| Total single-person budget | $385 | $479 | Roxas |
| Average net salary | $391 | $479 |
Roxas is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Roxas runs about $385 versus $479 in Zamboanga City — a difference of roughly 25%.
Salary-adjusted, Roxas 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 Roxas · Full cost of living in Zamboanga City