Places · Philippines
The best places to live in Philippines
Arcadia scores 73 places in Philippines, from Butuan at about $750 a month to El Nido at about $1,200. 70 are by the sea, 39 are in the mountains. The climate is mostly tropical. Across the country the typical ratings are safety 3/5, healthcare 3/5 and internet 3/5.
The standouts in Philippines
Cheapest, safest and best connected are within the 73 places Arcadia scores in Philippines, not the whole country.
All 73 places in Philippines
Questions, answered
How much does it cost to live in Philippines?
Across the 73 places Arcadia scores in Philippines the median is about $850 a month for one person, from Butuan at around $750 to El Nido at around $1,200. These are estimates for everyday living, rent included, not quotes.
What is the cheapest place to live in Philippines?
Butuan, at about $750 a month. It is the cheapest of the 73 places Arcadia scores in Philippines, which is not the same as the cheapest in the country.
Which place in Philippines has the best internet?
Davao, rated 4 out of 5. The typical rating across the 73 places is 3 out of 5.
How safe are the places Arcadia scores in Philippines?
The typical safety rating is 3 out of 5, and the highest-rated is Manila. These are broad country-level estimates meant for comparing places, not local advice for a particular street or moment.
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