Wikipedia · Cebu
Cebu, Philippines
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About Cebu, Philippines
Costs exclude rentSingle / month
$474
Family of 4 / mo
$1,221
Avg salary (after tax)
$360
Cebu is a beautiful island in the Philippines , known for its stunning beaches, rich history, and vibrant culture. It is often called the "Queen City of the South" because it is one of the oldest cities in the country and a major center for trade and tourism. Visitors can explore historical sites like Magellan’s Cross and Fort San Pedro, which tell the story of the island's past.
Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Cebu· Updated May 22, 2026
Cost breakdown by category
Cost breakdown
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Fashion
- Men's Dress ShoesUSD $94.48
- Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $60.28
- Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $35.48
- Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $102.36
Financial
- Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.18
- Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $399.59
Food - Beverages
- Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $0.87
- Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $3.03
- Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $2.2
- Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.57
- CappuccinoUSD $3.82
Food - Dining
- Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $4.13
- Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $35.12
- Fast Food ComboUSD $4.96
Food - Grocery
- Beef Round (1 kg)USD $10.28
- Apples (1 kg)USD $4.35
- Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.98
- Oranges (1 kg)USD $5.04
- Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $2.44
- Potatoes (1 kg)USD $2.7
- Onions (1 kg)USD $2.8
- Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.69
- Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.79
- Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $10.75
- Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $3.31
- Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $6.16
- Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $15.22
- Dozen EggsUSD $2.44
- White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.29
- Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $3.06
- Milk (1 litre)USD $2.82
Housing
- Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $319.96
- Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $787.37
- Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $380.3
- Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,248
- Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $814.92
- Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $137.49
Leisure
- Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $48.42
- Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $12.4
- Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $6.89
- Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $152.71
- Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $3,583
Transportation
- Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $0.58
- Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $1.11
- Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $28,536
- 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $3.52
- Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $11.89
- Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $25,512
- One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.27
Utilities (Monthly)
- Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $65.45
- Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $117.1