2024 Philippine Cost of Living: | Still 70% less than America! Money in your Pocket.
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- Like saving money? In this video you’ll see how much less expensive it is to live in the Philippines compared to America, thus putting money in your pocket to travel and have fun.
You’ll see cost details of housing, utilities, transportation, food, medical and much more. If you are thinking about moving to the Philippines, I believe you will find this information most helpful.
Thinking Thailand was a good bargain compared to America, I’m finding that the Philippine cost of living is about 15% - 20% less than Thailand.
Get more helpful Philippine information viewing these videos:
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Links:
Housing:
Philippines Real Estate & Homes for Sale | Point2 (point2homes.com)
Housing Characteristics in the Philippines (2020 Census of Population and Housing) | Philippine Statistics Authority | Republic of the Philippines (psa.gov.ph)
Investment Analysis of Philippine Real Estate Market (globalpropertyguide.com)
Visayan Electric Company - Second largest electric utility in the Philippines.
Manila Electric Company (Meralco) | Philippine Energy Efficiency Alliance (PE2)
Transportation:
Toyota Motor Philippines - Official Site
Honda Cars Philippines › Welcome (hondaphil.com)
Honda PH
Retail:
Robinsons Department Store
ShopSM: SM Store, SM Markets, and More!
The Metro Stores | Metro Market! Market! (shopmetro.ph)
Welcome to S&R (snrshopping.com)
Check Prices and Shop Online 24/7 - AHPI (acehardware.ph)
AllHome Official Store - Online Shopping Philippines!
Home page - Belmont Hardware Cebu (belmontdepot.com)
Health Insurance:
Health Care Access | Health and Critical Illness | Products | AXA Philippines | Life and General Insurance and Investments
Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (philhealth.gov.ph)
Cigna - Philippines Plans (philippines-plans.com)
Expat Health Insurance Comparison (expatden.com)
Video Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
1:19 Housing Costs
2:22 Utility Costs
3:45 Transportation Costs
6:09 Fuel Costs
7:11 Grocery Costs
11:15 Housewares & Hardware
11:56 Health Insurance Costs
14:50 Medical Services Costs
17:01 Fast Food Costs
17:57 Outro
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This is the most budget comprehensive video I watched on Philippines 🇵🇭 😂 budget. I was stationed at Clark Air Base ((Angeles City) in 1991. at age 28. Now age 61, a widower and my children are grown now. I plan to return and retire in the Philippines 🇵🇭 at age 62,next year by no later than end of 2025. Location around CEBU CITY. I eventually will utilize the American Military 🪖 Philippines sponsored SRRV program. You really made my night. I believe it must meant to be for me to return and retire in the Philippines 🇵🇭 😂, thank you.
Good day David and nice to hear from you again. Thank you for looking at ATP and viewing this video. The Special Resident Retirement Visa (SRRV) Expanded Courtesy program is a fantastic Philippine visa option for foreign nationals 50 years old and above, who are retired Armed Force officers of foreign countries with existing military ties and/or agreements with the Philippine Government. A monthly pension of at least US $1K and an SRR Visa deposit of US $1.5K are required.
I’m currently renewing my SRRV Expanded Courtesy visa and have now been in Cebu one year. I have found the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA) to be a very professional and efficient organization as well as friendly.
I’m glad I made your night and wish you a happy and healthy Cebuano Retirement.
Thank you for your dedication to country and your military service!
You might also like my other informative videos:
Casa Mira South, Naga, Cebu
JRC Visa Consultancy & Immigration Services - Have Questions?
How to travel Philippines - Watch this before planning your trip
2023 Expat guide to opening a Philippine bank account
5 Things to know before visiting the Philippines | Safety, Comfort, and Culture
5 Reason I left Thailand for Philippines
6 Reasons I retired in the Philippines | Life is Good!
Have a great day David! 🙂🙂
Great information, thanks and keep up the great work!
Good day “J” and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and providing your uplifting feedback and I’m glad you have found the information helpful. If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
nice video 😊
Good day Alex and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and I’m glad you liked it. Philippines has a lot to offer and I have found the people here very warm hearted and pleasant. Your subscription and viewership is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. It was great to catch up with you! 🙂🙂
Thanks for making this video. Very informative!
Good day Habana Good Time and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and commenting. You’re quite welcome and I’m glad you found it informative and helpful. If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership, time, and comment is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
Great video, very informative. Thanks.
Good day Florentino and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and commenting. Your positive feedback lets me know this video content is helpful to our viewers and much appreciated. Thank you. You can find many informative videos on the ATP channel directed at expats as well as videos showcasing beautiful attractions, historical and religious sites. If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
Thank you. Excellent vid. Quick and informative. To the point, and current. Appreciate it. Yes I'm moving back there...after I retire soon...just checking in....I was deployed there for two years and am familiar with places and the lovely people. Can't wait to return.
Good day Brad and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and providing complimentary feedback. You might want to look into the Special Resident Retirement Visa (SRRV) Expanded Courtesy program which is a fantastic Philippine visa option for foreign nationals 50 years old and above, who are retired Armed Force officers of foreign countries with existing military ties and/or agreements with the Philippine Government. A monthly pension of at least US $1K and an SRR Visa deposit of US $1.5K are required. You might also find these videos helpful as you make your retirement plans.
1. JRC Visa Consultancy & Immigration Services - Have Questions?
2. How to travel Philippines - Watch this before planning your trip
3. 5 Reason I left Thailand for Philippines
4. 6 Reasons I retired in the Philippines | Life is Good!
5. 2023 Expat guide to opening a Philippine bank account
6. 5 Things to know before visiting the Philippines | Safety, Comfort, and Culture
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@@ATPAllThingsPhilippines-jb2050 Thank you for support. And yes a new subscriber.
Great video 👍
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I've been to the islands a few times. This is very accurate. Good job!
Good day One Minute English Lesson and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and commenting. Philippines is a large place and you’ll always have the very low end and very high end and I’ve tried to provide an accurate assessment of these costs that would be reflective middle of the road so I appreciate your confirmation of this information. If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership, time, and confirmation is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
@@ATPAllThingsPhilippines-jb2050 rent in pasacao 3 bedroom and 2 bath for 10 k peso a month, next the beach.
u for the multi - cabs such every wagon cost 198 k to 346 k .have 4 door mini trucks
Good day “Hillbilly in Asia” and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and commenting. You can certainly find a variety of cab types here from open air to limousines to meet your needs. If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
American expats (except the vets) seems to have a hard time adapting to se-asia.. they often trying to live a "us lifestyle" with food and company and often seems to be stressed out and pretty frustrated over the differences living abroad.
Good day “gmm” and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and commenting. With nearly 500,000 Americans collecting Social Security benefits abroad, it is not for everyone. But if a retiree lives within their means, financially there should be no stress. As you elude to, I’ve seen many expats spending like there’s no tomorrow resulting in financial ruin, and sadly for some, taking there life. Finding the right balance is key and I think the Philippines offers that balance to afford a stress free retirement. If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
@@ATPAllThingsPhilippines-jb2050 I think the key is..leave your country way u live there, conflicts politics at home and adapt to your new one.
And if u compare to Europe there are probably more ppl only from uk living abroad than americans and thats one country of +50, most of my american friends are vets .
Good day “gmm” and thank you for following up with your comment. Yes I agree that adapting is very important and additionally expats should take an interest in learning the culture, traditions, and some history of the country they reside in. Maybe even some basic language. Understand the laws of the land and be a law-abiding guest in the country. I stated incorrectly to your earlier comment and have found figures vary greatly for American expats living abroad with estimates ranging between 4 - 6 million. Quite a lot! Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
Pilipinas here I come!
Good day Lightfoot 1 and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and commenting. Do I sense excitement in your words? 😃😃You will find here a beautiful country with warm hearted people and an easy-going life style. If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
Day-to-day expenses are at about that level, 70% less than in the US or UK. It's even better if you own property, rather than rent, an income, investments and savings, which cuts costs even further without having to scrimp.
Good day Joshua and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and commenting. Certainly, living rent free is a great way to go but even paying rent, currently $230 a month compared to what I would spend in America of at least $800 - $1,500+ is money in my pocket! Now in the Philippines for ten months, I’m finding my budget comfortably settled between $1,500 - $2,000 monthly. A financially stress-free retirement and loving life. If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
Only the housing is a good deal, food prices not so much.
Good day Thomas and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and commenting. Yes housing is certainly much less here than in America and for me, it’s less by $1K plus a month which I find a substantial benefit to living here. Additionally, the price of a new car in the Philippines is about $5K - $10K less so these two ticket items provide quite a savings. If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
@@ATPAllThingsPhilippines-jb2050 eat western junkfood pay western prices
Hello “gmm” and thank you for commenting. There are many western brand name restaurants in the Philippines offering a wholesome variety of seafood, beef, chicken, and pork, selections that are not considered “junk food” but obviously one pays more than if they were to purchase a like item at a street vendors stall. And choice of food variety is one of the many attractions of living in the Philippines. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
@@ATPAllThingsPhilippines-jb2050 cool i only lived and worked 15 years full time in se-asia..hahaha... seeing some guys living in se-asia on kfc food or mcdonalds or starbucks is just sad and many have Us "bigboy bodys" from it
cost of living close to or on the beach single on SSI 1780 a month
Good day Bruce and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and commenting. Sounds like you have found a piece of Philippine paradise. 🙂 Nice! Might I ask what area you live so that viewers have an idea about costs in that region? I overlook the Cebu Strait and can see Bohol and I find this view absolutely mesmerizing. Being around water is so relaxing. Enjoy your retirement and if you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. Thanks for your comment. 🙂🙂
I know this will sound crazy but! I can live in the rural US cheaper than the PI. But not as must fun as the PI. Now that’s with no rent in either place. But in the PI I’m not single and you won’t be to.
Good day Darryl and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and commenting. Well we all need to find what we can afford and makes us happy. After working 35 - 45 years, most want to finally enjoy life and relax doing it. I think you’re onto something though and that is if you come to the Philippines single, you may not be for long. 🙂🙂 Again, what ever makes us happy eh? If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
What if you have chronic disease or God forbid requires cancer treatment? Can you use your MEDICARE or Stateside health insurance?
Good day BMT 1980 and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and making inquiry. We all certainly pray for good health but we must be prepared for the unexpected. Medicare only provides coverage within the United States and if your state side insurance has no international coverage then you will not be covered traveling abroad. Getting health insurance in the Philippines can be costly as seen in this video and if one had a prior chronic disease, they might be considered a high risk and uninsurable. Should someone become seriously ill, it might require them to relocate back to the USA for their treatment. You might find this link which talks about Medicare helpful; Does Medicaid or Medicare Cover Me Abroad? - MIUSA There is a Veterans Hospital in Manila (the only VA hospital outside of the USA) and this link will give you information on their services. I’ve not been there so I’m not familiar with this facility but should this be an option for you, you might consider living on the island of Luzon; Manila VA Clinic - VA Sierra Pacific Network (VISN 21) If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
Philippines healthcare is atrocious even in large cities. It's 3rd world. Don't even think about it.
Well if you had cancer , you might be in the right spot. St. Lukes in Manila have some of the best heart surgeons in the world. Your insurance no good here. I just had cancer surgery , looks like they got all of it. My surgery less than $4,000. I looked for a specialist , for the surgery I needed. When i searched for my doc , I wanted the best , settled for 3rd best , weird no US doctors were in the top 10.
I lived in philipines for 4 years idd planed to stay the reast of my life but had medical issues so i went back to australia i still had my home there
Food and i meanall food is cheeper than i paid inphilipines
Getting medical done there is expensive internet is same as australia power costs per unit is a lot higher per unit than i pay in australia yes houseing is cheep in the philipines but if u rent a home there urr power charge might be higher than urrrent a week
I dont believe its any cheeper to live over there after spending just over 4 years there
But in saying that i own my home in australia and own housei and a 2nd property in philipines
House prices in aussie have gone sky high so idd under stand any australian who doseint own one in aussie would go there to retire probibly could rent one there for less than 500 dollars a mounth but pay 200 dollars a mounth in australia
Good day Daveid and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and providing an Australian perspective. I hope your medical issues have improved. Electrical bills here are surely higher even as the government has plans to reduce costs through future solar projects. Maybe in the future, lower costs will be realized and I’ve read many articles about the sky-high home prices in Australia keeping the younger generation out of the market. Same as in America. The Philippines might not be for everyone, but for this Expat, I have found it much better than both America and Thailand. If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day 🙂🙂 and also good health! 🙏
In case I missed it, what are YOU paying per month, and what are you getting for that?
Good day Nunya and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and commenting. I’m presently living at Casa Mira South, Naga, Cebu which is a gated community 25 km south of Cebu City and paying 13,000 Peso monthly ($230.00). This is a 60+ SQM two-story townhome, three-bedroom, bath and a half. Electric bills have ranged from 3,500 peso to 5,200 peso ($61 - $91) and monthly wi-fi is 1,600 peso ($28) while monthly water bill is 180 peso ($3.18). Amenities include clubhouse, swimming pool, playground, basketball court, tennis court, onsite grocery store, laundry, and ATM. I recently spoke with another expat who is renting a two bedroom townhome for 8,000 peso monthly ($141).
The following links will give you a detailed glimpse at Casa Mira South and all it has to offer.
Casa Mira South, Naga, Cebu
th-cam.com/video/5unDT_24VAI/w-d-xo.html
Why You Need to Escape to Casa Mira South | Modern Amenities and Peaceful Atmosphere
th-cam.com/video/-xs2JDNi3BU/w-d-xo.html
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Why do you have Robin shades on.
Good day Mister Cornjulio and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and commenting. Interesting question 🙂and they are not Robin shades but prescription and I wear them outdoors everywhere as I have very sensitive eyes. If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
Whats beef like? The steaks shown in vid are local, not import i assume.
Good day Coco and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and inquiring. The beef cuts at S&R are noticeably nicer and thicker cuts of meat and come from Australia, New Zealand, and America. I believe there is a noticeable difference from the S&R brand meats compared to the big name chain supermarkets. If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
I buy my meat from a custom butcher get quality but pay for it i kilo tenderloin 3700 pesos.
Good day Michael and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and providing this information. Very nice to have contact with a butcher that offers you exactly what you are looking for while money is secondary to satisfied taste buds. 🙂 Enjoy! If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
PH is heaven on earth for rich Filipinos only & not the ideal country for foreigners to settle & retire foreigners in PH can't even own small portions of lands & have very limited & restricted rights foreigners can own condos in PH however condos unlike lands don't increase in value over time foreigners can obtain PH citizenship if born & raised in PH like the prominent Spanish Ayala family which is not the case of expat newcomers
Good day Jose and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and commenting. The established Philippine real estate rules and guidelines established for foreigners are very much like many other Asian countries which do not allow home ownership or the purchase of land. Having owned two condos in Thailand, I agree with you that in general, condo real estate will not appreciate in value like many think. The local governments allow the large builders to over build condo capacity which drives the prices down setting foreign condo owners up for losses. I, fortunately broke even on both of my units because they were rented out for better than 90% of the time. But to your point about the Philippines not being an ideal country for foreigners to retire, I respectfully disagree. Though real estate is one aspect of why an expat lives abroad, it is not the main reason. As I have expressed and presented in ATP videos, the Philippines is a nation rich in history offering a wonderful climate, the opportunity to meet many amazing Filipino people, and opportunities to enjoy amazing scenery and attractions. After five years in Thailand and one year in the Philippines, I now consider the Philippines home. If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
Your wrong on the condos , you buy in Angeles City , they all go up in value . Flipped 2 so far made $40,000
Hi Michael and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and providing your positive real estate experience. Seems you have found the right properties in the right location. Could you provide our viewers the names of some developments in Angeles City that have done well over time should they be looking in that area. My lady may soon be transferring to that area and it would be nice to have a look. Your information is refreshing and encouraging to know its not just the developer’s making money. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. Continued success in your real estate investing! 🙂🙂
From what i see, property costs, electricity and water bills,private transportation are relatively low costs. Food, mobile data and phone services costs around the same as singapore.
Good day Tan and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and providing important feedback. Statistics show the average cost of living in the Philippines ($613) is 81% less expensive than in Singapore ($3285) and the Philippines is ranked 152nd vs 2nd for Singapore in the list of the most expensive countries in the world. I would have thought food, mobile data and phone service costs in Singapore would be higher than the Philippines but your feedback tells another story which is good information for the viewers. If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership, time, and information is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day.
Very very good video sir May you have a wonderful girlfriend 😂
Good day Faisal and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and commenting. Thank you for your kind words and I’m glad you enjoyed it. The Philippine people are very warm hearted and down to earth so if you come here I’m sure you will meet that special lady. 🙂🙂 If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
Not if your SS is only 1,000 hahaha
When there is a will, there is a way.
PHILIPPINES IS THE SAFER PLACE TO LIVE THAN AMERICA.
Good day Deborah and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and commenting. Very important to stay vigilant while traveling or living in a foreign land and I find myself agreeing with your comment. Having worked in Qatar and Iraq for a total of nine years followed by five years in Thailand, I feel most comfortable and safe here in the Philippines. If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
For quality accomodations and restaurants and premium groceries, the Philippines is the worst value in South East Asia. Good restaurants are actually very rare in the Philippines, even in the most expensive bubbles of Manila and Cebu. Condominiums are constructed with super cheap materials and zero amenities. It's the worst place in all of Asia to live if you have a middle class American lifestyle spending $2500-3000 a month. Philippines is Extremely expensive relative to Vietnam and Malaysia despite having much lower wages. Filipino business owners are scam artists interested in high profits NOW!! With no regard for the quality of product or service they provide. It's a Pathetic place to retire. The only reason to live here is the dating. Period!
Good day Matrices and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and commenting. Interesting, but I have enjoyed many a good meal at several very nice restaurants in the Cebu area. And yes, living accommodations range from very inexpensive, get what you pay for (poor quality) to premium high-quality accommodations some may not want to shell out the money for. In terms of scamming a foreigner, I find the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam all the same with many a vendor trying to get the most from “an outsider” as they can. And it’s important to visit a country before retiring to it to make sure that one can adapt and be comfortable and happy in their new surroundings. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
What is the cost in Vietnam?
Good day Kenyon and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and inquiring. Most articles will advise that the Philippine cost of living is more than Vietnam's by as little as 0.4% to as much as 15.8%. Comparisons are made between Manila and Saigon (HCMC). Percent of population that speaks English in the Philippines is better than 80% and is ranked 2d in S.E. Asia while 50% of Vietnamese speak some English. While the Philippine traffic is ranked worst in ASEAN and 9th in the world, Vietnam can be a very dangerous place for foreigners to drive. If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
The problem in philippines is healthcare and crimes
Good day Brian and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and commenting. If one is not prepared for the unexpected, then healthcare can be a challenge especially the high cost of health insurance as we get older. And crime, well we just need to make sure we keep our eyes open and stay out of the danger zones. To date, I have found the dental services just fine. If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
Most common expats mistake, emergency funds because healthcare there is not the same as in California, you better have cash and lots of emergency money. Yes electricity cost more there very expensive in the Philippines compared to California USA
Good day Alan and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and providing your comparative feedback. Certainly, good advice to ensure you have a rainy-day fund while here as you never know what might happen. We all hope and pray for good health but bad news could present itself without notice requiring a chunk of change to be spent. Your subscription to ATP and viewership is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂
I always chuckle when someone, particularly Americans, suggest that crime is a high risk in the Philippines. High quality Healthcare is available, but primarily in Manila and Cebu.
Good day CD and thank you for looking at ATP, viewing this video and commenting. Being vigilant and keeping our eyes and ears open as we go about our business is part of good safety protocol. I honestly can say I feel safer here in Cebu than I would feel if I were back in America. And true about high quality health care in the larger cities but one needs to be willing to pay for it. It would be interesting to hear from other expats about how they feel regarding the Philippine safety issue. If you have not already done so, please subscribe to ATP to receive future information like this. Your viewership and time is very much appreciated and I wish you a great day. 🙂🙂