Philippines vs Philippines · 629 km apart
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single / month
Cheaper overallPhilippines
single / month
| Expense | San Jose | Quezon City | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.78 | $4.79 | San Jose |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $15.12 | $19.15 | San Jose |
| Cappuccino | $1.13 | $1.44 | San Jose |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $85.68 | $109 | San Jose |
| Monthly public transport pass | $13.86 | $17.56 | San Jose |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $36.54 | $46.28 | San Jose |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $10.58 | $13.41 | San Jose |
| Fitness club membership | $10.58 | $13.41 | San Jose |
| Cinema ticket | $2.77 | $3.51 | San Jose |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $171 | $230 | San Jose |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $119 | $160 | San Jose |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $358 | $481 | San Jose |
| Total single-person budget | $371 | $479 | San Jose |
| Average net salary | $378 | $479 |
San Jose is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in San Jose runs about $371 versus $479 in Quezon City — a difference of roughly 29%.
Salary-adjusted, San Jose 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 San Jose · Full cost of living in Quezon City