Manila, Manila, Philippines · Population 24,922,000 · National capital
▲ +25% vs Philippines average
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | ₱319 ($5.46) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | ₱1,278 ($21.84) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | ₱95.82 ($1.64) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | ₱7,240 ($124) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | ₱1,171 ($20.02) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | ₱3,088 ($52.78) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | ₱894 ($15.29) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | ₱894 ($15.29) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | ₱234 ($4.00) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | ₱15,876 ($271) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | ₱11,044 ($189) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | ₱33,132 ($566) | per month |
The estimated average net salary in Manila is ₱31,941 ($546) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₱32,338 ($553) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₱42,039 ($719) per month.
Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₱11,044 ($189)) represents about 34% of the total single-person budget.
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