Cagayan De Oro City, Philippines, Philippines — cost of living
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Cagayan De Oro City, Philippines

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Cagayan De Oro City, Philippines

About Cagayan De Oro City, Philippines

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$431
Family of 4 / mo
$1,110
Avg salary (after tax)
$428

Cagayan de Oro City, often called "CDO," is a vibrant city located in the northern part of Mindanao in the Philippines . It is known for its friendly people and beautiful landscapes. One of the city’s main attractions is the Cagayan de Oro River, where visitors can enjoy exciting activities like white-water rafting and kayaking.

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

Cost breakdown by category

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Fashion

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $87.27
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $59.71
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $46.85
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $160.75

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.09
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $475.37

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $0.85
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $1.99
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $1.38
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.43
  • CappuccinoUSD $3.64

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $2.07
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $41.33
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $4.13

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $7.28
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $4.12
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.68
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $3.39
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $1.85
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $2.24
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $3.39
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.06
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $1.11
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $14.47
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $3.58
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $5.37
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $4.32
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.11
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.38
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $3.29
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $2.73

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $326.42
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $447.82
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $252.62
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,167
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $624.65
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $256.02

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $34.44
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $8.96
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $6.89
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $151.57
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $2,811

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $0.6
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $1.11
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $24,802
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $3.31
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $2.76
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $26,244
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.27

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $68.89
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $115.41

Costs reflect a typical lifestyle in each place, excluding rent unless stated. Numbers are a starting point — always cross-check before big decisions.

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How we calculate these numbers

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