In Palawan, Philippines, a single person typically needs around $614 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $1378 monthly.
Compared to the European benchmark, Palawan is 43% cheaper overall.
Palawan is 78% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Palawan is, on average, 89% lower than in New York City.
Palawan tends to fit higher-income residents who can comfortably absorb housing costs. It can be challenging on a moderate budget, mainly due to rent and utilities.
The primary driver of higher costs in Palawan is rent and utilities, which can be significant for residents. This can impact overall affordability for those on tighter budgets.
Food in Palawan is 27% lower than the European benchmark, making it relatively affordable for residents. This can help balance overall living expenses.
Public transport in Palawan is 64% lower than the European benchmark, offering a cost-effective way to navigate the city. This affordability is a major benefit for residents.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 3.9 $ |
| Dinner | 25.3 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 3.47 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.15 $ |
| Capuccino | 2.35 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 0.66 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 2.03 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 1.17 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.83 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 1.91 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 8.39 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.44 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 6.32 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.71 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.05 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.68 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.94 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.76 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.65 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.5 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.27 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 6.39 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.25 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 2.85 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.49 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 6.75 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.18 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 2.72 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 12.6 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 5.74 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 3.01 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.06 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 0.89 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 68 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 105 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 33.2 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 178 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 275 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 267 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 406 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 2,475 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 1,707 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 213 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 8.00% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 29.5 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 4.79 $ |
| Haircut | 3.74 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 53.9 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 19.1 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 153 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 3,112 $ |