Wikipedia · El Nido, Palawan
El Nido, Philippines
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About El Nido, Philippines
Costs exclude rentSingle / month
$413
Family of 4 / mo
$1,065
Avg salary (after tax)
$670
El Nido is a beautiful town in the Philippines known for its stunning beaches and clear blue waters. Located on the island of Palawan, it is famous for its amazing limestone cliffs and hidden lagoons. Many visitors come to El Nido to enjoy activities like snorkeling, diving, and island hopping.
Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · El Nido, Palawan· Updated May 22, 2026
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Fashion
- Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $77.85
- Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $25.49
- Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $39.51
- Men's Dress ShoesUSD $75.78
Financial
- Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $744.06
- Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.25
Food - Beverages
- Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.06
- Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $2.76
- Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $1.59
- Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.69
- CappuccinoUSD $3.58
Food - Dining
- Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $3.44
- Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $33.07
- Fast Food ComboUSD $4.82
Food - Grocery
- Beef Round (1 kg)USD $9.13
- Apples (1 kg)USD $4.94
- Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.55
- Oranges (1 kg)USD $3.66
- Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $1.75
- Potatoes (1 kg)USD $2.37
- Onions (1 kg)USD $2.21
- Lettuce (1 Head)USD $2.41
- Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $1.17
- Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $13.78
- Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $2.76
- Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $5.6
- Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $10.31
- Dozen EggsUSD $2.16
- White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.22
- Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $3.13
- Milk (1 litre)USD $3.07
Housing
- Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $661.39
- Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,433
- Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,102
- Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $404.5
- Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $363.54
- Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $688.95
Leisure
- Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $6.47
- Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $234.24
- Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $9,921
Transportation
- Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $0.88
- 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $4.13
- Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $1.38
Utilities (Monthly)
- Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $160.75
- Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $66.13