Philippines
Cost of Living in Iloilo
Monthly Total
$804
$14,070
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$250
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$18
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$250
$4,375
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$92
$1,610
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$96
$1,680
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$24
$420
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$90
$1,575
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$159
$2,783
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$50
$875
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$44
$770
Monthly Total
$804
$14,070
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