Makati, Philippines is Affordable overall. Monthly costs are about $816 for one person and $2829 for a family of four, including rent.
Makati is 24% cheaper overall versus the European benchmark.
Makati is 73% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Makati is, on average, 84% lower than in New York City.
Makati is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.
The main driver of expense in Makati is rent and utilities, which can be significant compared to other costs. This can make it challenging for those without a strong income.
Food costs in Makati are 11% lower than the European benchmark. This makes dining more accessible for residents.
Public transport in Makati is 73% lower than the European benchmark. This affordability makes commuting easier for residents.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 5.29 $ |
| Dinner | 31.9 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 3.98 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.26 $ |
| Capuccino | 2.83 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 0.93 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.86 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 1.41 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.01 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 2.07 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 9.83 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.38 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 8.12 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.48 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.72 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.69 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.24 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.77 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 3.52 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.52 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.71 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 8.87 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.16 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 3.29 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.36 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 3.53 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.15 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 2.65 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 15.1 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 4.63 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 3.26 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.68 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.65 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 79 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 121 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 30.2 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 280 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 1,311 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 495 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 2,048 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 4,643 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 2,054 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 901 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 6.68% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 45.7 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 7.06 $ |
| Haircut | 5.76 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 74.4 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 34.9 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 324 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 9,398 $ |