Philippines vs Philippines · 277 km apart
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single / month
Cheaper overallPhilippines
single / month
| Expense | Sagada | Manila | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.78 | $5.46 | Sagada |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $15.12 | $21.84 | Sagada |
| Cappuccino | $1.13 | $1.64 | Sagada |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $85.68 | $124 | Sagada |
| Monthly public transport pass | $13.86 | $20.02 | Sagada |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $36.54 | $52.78 | Sagada |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $10.58 | $15.29 | Sagada |
| Fitness club membership | $10.58 | $15.29 | Sagada |
| Cinema ticket | $2.77 | $4.00 | Sagada |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $171 | $271 | Sagada |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $119 | $189 | Sagada |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $358 | $566 | Sagada |
| Total single-person budget | $371 | $553 | Sagada |
| Average net salary | $378 | $546 |
Sagada is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Sagada runs about $371 versus $553 in Manila — a difference of roughly 49%.
Salary-adjusted, Sagada 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 Sagada · Full cost of living in Manila