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Cost of Living in Malolos

Malolos, Bulacan, Philippines · Population 269,809

▲ +0% vs Philippines average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₱25,920 ($443)
Couple, monthly₱46,512 ($795)
Family of four, monthly₱60,640 ($1,037)

Estimated Prices in Malolos

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₱260 ($4.45)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₱1,042 ($17.81)per meal
Cappuccino₱78.13 ($1.34)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₱5,903 ($101)per month
Monthly public transport pass₱955 ($16.32)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₱2,518 ($43.04)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₱729 ($12.47)per month
Fitness club membership₱729 ($12.47)per month
Cinema ticket₱191 ($3.26)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₱12,301 ($210)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₱8,557 ($146)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₱25,671 ($439)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Malolos is ₱26,044 ($445) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₱25,920 ($443) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₱33,696 ($576) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₱8,557 ($146)) represents about 33% of the total single-person budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malolos expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₱25,920 ($443) per month in Malolos including rent outside the city centre. That is 0% more than the national average for Philippines.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Malolos?
A net salary of around ₱33,696 ($576) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Malolos with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Malolos is ₱26,044 ($445).
How much is rent in Malolos?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₱12,301 ($210) per month in the city centre and ₱8,557 ($146) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₱25,671 ($439).
Is Malolos cheaper than Philippines on average?
No — Malolos is estimated to be about 0% more expensive than the Philippines average, mainly due to housing demand.
Figures for Malolos are estimates based on Philippines national averages adjusted for city size (population 269,809). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.