Cost of Living in Baguio City
A complete monthly cost breakdown for expats living in Baguio City, Philippines. All prices in USD.
Last updated: 2026-03-15
Monthly budget estimates
Budget
$550/mo
Basic apartment, local food, minimal extras.
Moderate
$1,000/mo
Comfortable apartment, mix of dining, some travel.
Comfortable
$1,750/mo
Premium apartment, Western lifestyle, private healthcare.
Rent
avg $280/mo| Item | Low | Mid | High | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio apartment (city center) | $160 | $260 | $420 | per month |
| 1-bedroom apartment (city center) | $220 | $340 | $550 | per month |
| 1-bedroom apartment (outside center) | $130 | $215 | $340 | per month |
Food & Groceries
avg $150/mo| Item | Low | Mid | High | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local restaurant meal | $1.5 | $2.5 | $4 | per meal |
| Western restaurant meal | $6 | $11 | $17 | per meal |
| Groceries (weekly) | $16 | $27 | $44 | per week |
Transport
avg $32/mo| Item | Low | Mid | High | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeepney/bus monthly | $10 | $28 | $55 | per month |
| Grab/taxi (per ride) | $1.5 | $3 | $5.5 | per ride |
Utilities
avg $72/mo| Item | Low | Mid | High | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric + water | $42 | $72 | $112 | per month |
| Mobile phone plan | $6 | $10 | $17 | per month |
Healthcare
avg $35/mo| Item | Low | Mid | High | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctor visit | $6 | $16 | $32 | per visit |
| Health insurance (basic) | $16 | $32 | $65 | per month |
Internet
avg $24/mo| Item | Low | Mid | High | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiber 50Mbps | $15 | $24 | $38 | per month |
Entertainment
avg $45/mo| Item | Low | Mid | High | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gym membership | $13 | $25 | $50 | per month |
| Movie ticket | $2 | $4 | $6.5 | per ticket |
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