Calapan City, Philippines, Philippines — cost of living
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Calapan City, Philippines

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About Calapan City, Philippines

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$317
Family of 4 / mo
$817
Avg salary (after tax)
$372

Calapan City is a lovely city located on Mindoro Island in the Philippines . It is known for its beautiful landscapes and friendly people. The city is often called the "Gateway to Mindoro" because it serves as a starting point for travelers exploring the island.

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

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Fashion

  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $89.56
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $27.56
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $34.44
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $62

Financial

  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $413.37

Food - Beverages

  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $3.31
  • CappuccinoUSD $3.31
  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.93
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.55
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $1.93

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $3.71
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $23.89
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $3.31

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $8.43
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $2.73
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.21
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.73
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $2.44
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $2.73
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $2.11
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.47
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $1
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $8.27
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $3.71
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $5.04
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.65
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.25
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $5.04
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $2.65

Housing

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

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $56.49
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $7.16

Transportation

  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $1.11
  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $0.58

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $78.19
  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $35.82

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

When local data is missing (e.g. salary for a smaller city), we estimate from peer cities in the same country using a median ratio.

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