Cost of Living in Manila, Philippines
Philippines · Southeast Asia
Monthly budget from $610 — full breakdown for 2026.
Budget
$610
/mo
Standard
$1,170
/mo
Comfort
$2,230
/mo
Monthly cost breakdown
| Housing | Food | Transport | Leisure | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | $300 | $180 | $50 | $80 | $610/mo |
| Standard | $600 | $320 | $90 | $160 | $1,170/mo |
| Comfort | $1,200 | $500 | $180 | $350 | $2,230/mo |
Data: World Bank, IMF, OECD. Updated daily.
About this city
English-speaking Southeast Asian hub with warm hospitality and island-hopping nearby
Internet: 30 Mbps
Safety: 3.2/5
Nomad score: 3.8/5