Cabanatuan, Philippines, Philippines — cost of living
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Cabanatuan, Philippines

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Cabanatuan, Philippines

About Cabanatuan, Philippines

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$402
Family of 4 / mo
$1,036
Avg salary (after tax)
$0

Cabanatuan is a vibrant city in the Philippines , located in the heart of Nueva Ecija province. Known as the "Rice Granary of the Philippines," it plays a crucial role in the country’s agriculture, especially in rice production. The city is also rich in history, with many sites that tell stories of its past, including its role during World War II.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Cabanatuan· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $102.95
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $38.82
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $56.18
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $81.41

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.12

Food - Beverages

  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $3.18
  • CappuccinoUSD $4.34
  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.56
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.82
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $1.8

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $5.51
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $41.33
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $5.51

Food - Grocery

  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $2.73
  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $10.41
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $3.85
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.14
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $4.15
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $1.65
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $2.7
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.65
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.38
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.94
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $8.27
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $3.86
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $5.5
  • Dozen EggsUSD $1.98
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.35
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $3.76
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $2.74

Housing

  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $96.45
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $137.8
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $413.37
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $275.57

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $364.56
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $16,190
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $8.27

Transportation

  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $27,757
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $3.31
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $35,825
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $1.11
  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $0.6

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $46.85
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $142.09

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How we calculate these numbers

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