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Cost of Living in Davao

Davao, Davao, Philippines · Population 1,848,947

▲ +8% vs Philippines average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₱28,045 ($479)
Couple, monthly₱50,375 ($861)
Family of four, monthly₱65,723 ($1,123)

Estimated Prices in Davao

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₱280 ($4.79)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₱1,120 ($19.15)per meal
Cappuccino₱84.03 ($1.44)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₱6,349 ($109)per month
Monthly public transport pass₱1,027 ($17.56)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₱2,708 ($46.28)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₱784 ($13.41)per month
Fitness club membership₱784 ($13.41)per month
Cinema ticket₱205 ($3.51)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₱13,472 ($230)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₱9,372 ($160)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₱28,116 ($481)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Davao is ₱28,010 ($479) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₱28,045 ($479) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₱36,459 ($623) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₱9,372 ($160)) represents about 33% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Samal

11 km away · Davao del Norte

Panabo

27 km away · Davao del Norte

Pantukan

32 km away · Davao de Oro

Pongotan

32 km away · Davao de Oro

Santa Cruz

34 km away · Davao del Sur

Carmen

34 km away · Davao del Norte

Guambog

38 km away · Davao de Oro

Maco

43 km away · Davao de Oro

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Davao expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₱28,045 ($479) per month in Davao including rent outside the city centre. That is 8% more than the national average for Philippines.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Davao?
A net salary of around ₱36,459 ($623) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Davao with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Davao is ₱28,010 ($479).
How much is rent in Davao?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₱13,472 ($230) per month in the city centre and ₱9,372 ($160) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₱28,116 ($481).
Is Davao cheaper than Philippines on average?
No — Davao is estimated to be about 8% more expensive than the Philippines average, mainly due to housing demand.
Figures for Davao are estimates based on Philippines national averages adjusted for city size (population 1,848,947). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.