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| Expense | Sumisip | Manila | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.91 | $5.46 | Sumisip |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $15.62 | $21.84 | Sumisip |
| Cappuccino | $1.17 | $1.64 | Sumisip |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $88.54 | $124 | Sumisip |
| Monthly public transport pass | $14.32 | $20.02 | Sumisip |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $37.76 | $52.78 | Sumisip |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $10.94 | $15.29 | Sumisip |
| Fitness club membership | $10.94 | $15.29 | Sumisip |
| Cinema ticket | $2.86 | $4.00 | Sumisip |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $179 | $271 | Sumisip |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $124 | $189 | Sumisip |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $373 | $566 | Sumisip |
| Total single-person budget | $385 | $553 | Sumisip |
| Average net salary | $391 | $546 |
Sumisip is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Sumisip runs about $385 versus $553 in Manila — a difference of roughly 44%.
Salary-adjusted, Sumisip 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 Sumisip · Full cost of living in Manila