๐ต๐ญ Manila ยท Before you go
Cost calculator in Manila
Pick a lifestyle and a length of stay, and see what a month in Manila costs: rent, bills, food, transport and the rest. An estimate, not a quote.
For Manila
Lifestyle
Rent and spending move together. One-bed, Makati CBD at this level.6 months
What the figures assume
For one person. Rent follows the guide's bands for a semi-furnished condo and excludes association dues; utilities assume Meralco electricity with air-conditioning most nights, water, fibre internet and a phone plan.
A month in Manila~โฑ100,500per month, comfortable ยท keep 10โ15% spare for surprises
Over 6 monthsโฑ603,000
- Rentโฑ50,000 50%
- Billsโฑ8,500 8%
- Foodโฑ20,000 20%
- Transportโฑ6,000 6%
- Going outโฑ10,000 10%
- Everything elseโฑ6,000 6%
Indicative ยท checked October 2026 ยท your Insider confirms current details in Manila before you commit to anything.