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Cost of Living in Santo Niño

Santo Niño, South Cotabato, Philippines · Population 41,026

▼ -16% vs Philippines average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₱21,716 ($371)
Couple, monthly₱38,883 ($665)
Family of four, monthly₱50,613 ($865)

Estimated Prices in Santo Niño

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₱221 ($3.78)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₱885 ($15.12)per meal
Cappuccino₱66.34 ($1.13)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₱5,012 ($85.68)per month
Monthly public transport pass₱811 ($13.86)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₱2,138 ($36.54)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₱619 ($10.58)per month
Fitness club membership₱619 ($10.58)per month
Cinema ticket₱162 ($2.77)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₱10,025 ($171)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₱6,974 ($119)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₱20,923 ($358)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Santo Niño is ₱22,113 ($378) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₱21,716 ($371) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₱28,231 ($483) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₱6,974 ($119)) represents about 32% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

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Norala

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Banga

11 km away · South Cotabato

Bagumbayan

17 km away · Maguindanao

Koronadal

20 km away · South Cotabato

Tantangan

22 km away · South Cotabato

Isulan

24 km away · Sultan Kudarat

Lutayan

25 km away · Maguindanao

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Santo Niño expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₱21,716 ($371) per month in Santo Niño including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Philippines.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Santo Niño?
A net salary of around ₱28,231 ($483) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Santo Niño with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Santo Niño is ₱22,113 ($378).
How much is rent in Santo Niño?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₱10,025 ($171) per month in the city centre and ₱6,974 ($119) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₱20,923 ($358).
Is Santo Niño cheaper than Philippines on average?
Yes — Santo Niño is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Philippines average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
Figures for Santo Niño are estimates based on Philippines national averages adjusted for city size (population 41,026). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.