Prices and Cost of Living in the Philippines

Food and beverage prices in the Philippines

Popular food products found on store shelves in the Philippines include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 116 PHP (1.98 USD) for a kilo of onions to 397 PHP (6.78 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 50.77 PHP (0.87 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 71.83 PHP (1.23 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 82.29 PHP (1.41 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 160 PHP (2.74 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 36.64 PHP (0.63 USD). Dairy prices in the Philippines, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 94.56 PHP (1.62 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 373 PHP (6.38 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 254 PHP (4.33 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 103 PHP (1.76 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 81.42 PHP (1.39 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in the Philippines vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 169 PHP (2.89 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 55.99 PHP (0.96 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 200 PHP (3.42 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 1600 PHP (27.33 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 225 PHP (3.84 USD).

How much does transportation cost in the Philippines?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 30 PHP (0.51 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 677 PHP (11.56 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 40 PHP (0.68 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 13.5 PHP (0.23 USD).

Fuel prices in the Philippines

Average fuel prices in the Philippines are 62 PHP (1.06 USD) per liter of gasoline and 53.8 PHP (0.92 USD) per liter of diesel. A liter of LPG autogas costs 42.56 PHP (0.73 USD).

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in the Philippines?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in the Philippines varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 15722 PHP (269 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 30791 PHP (526 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 251429 PHP (4295 USD) per square meter.