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Cost of living in Dumaguete, Philippines

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Cost & Budget

Comfortable Living

$2,462

Cost of Living for Couple

$2,729

Minimum Needed

$1,890

View budget breakdown
Housing
$1,009
Utilities
$60
Food
$355
Transportation
$466

Estimated 1BR Rent

$1,000

Utilities

$60

Groceries

$355/mo · 119 grocery POIs

Daily Expenses

Dining Out

$125/mo

Transportation

$466

Need for a Car

Car recommended

Property Taxes

Elevated pressure

Overall Feel

Good

How to use this tab

Use the budget value as a planning signal for everyday spending, not as a quote for a specific household. It is most useful when compared with healthcare, safety, and climate on the same page.

What to verify

Housing mix, exchange rates, healthcare needs, car ownership, and travel style can move a real monthly budget materially.