Davao, Philippines

In 2025, a single person living in Davao needs approximately PHP 29,375/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around PHP 59,259/month. Davao is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Davao costs approximately PHP 16,608/month in 2025. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around PHP 33,216/month. Rent has changed +3.8% vs 2024.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Davao are approximately PHP 6,747 in 2025. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Davao costs PHP 1,453 in 2025, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Davao average PHP 2,906 in 2025, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Davao is located in Philippines (Asia). With a 1-bed rent of PHP 16,608/month and total single-person expenses around PHP 29,375/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Davao costs approximately PHP 208 in 2025. Budget around PHP 1,661/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Davao from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 21.3% over this period (from PHP 14,080 in 2022 to PHP 17,073 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Davao in 2025, a single person needs approximately PHP 29,375/month. This covers rent (PHP 16,608), groceries (PHP 6,747), transport (PHP 1,453), utilities (PHP 2,906) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around PHP 59,259/month.