Lapu Lapu, Philippines, Philippines — cost of living
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Lapu Lapu, Philippines

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Lapu Lapu, Philippines

About Lapu Lapu, Philippines

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$505
Family of 4 / mo
$1,301
Avg salary (after tax)
$430

Lapu-Lapu is a beautiful city located on Mactan Island in the Philippines . It is known for its stunning beaches, rich history, and vibrant culture. One of the most famous attractions here is the Lapu-Lapu Monument, which honors the local hero who defeated the Spanish explorer Ferdinand Magellan in 1521.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Lapulapu· 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 $477.68

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 $4.27

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $9.52
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $4.35
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.98
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $4.02
  • 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 $2.89
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $5.3
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $15.22
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.37
  • 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 $172.81
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $705.31
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $555.21
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,562
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,117
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $147.21

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $82.67
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $7.35
  • 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 $2,756

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $0.61
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $1.11
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $43,295
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $3.52
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $32.71
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $25,512
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.42

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $51.43
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $117.1

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How we calculate these numbers

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