Cost of Living in Makati
Summary of cost of living in Makati, Philippines:
- The estimated monthly costs for a family of four are $2,585.1 (₱158,994.1), excluding rent (using our estimator).
- The estimated monthly costs for a single person are $724.9 (₱44,587.1), excluding rent.
- Makati is 60.7% less expensive than New York (excluding rent, see our cost of living index).
- Rent in Makati is, on average, 81.0% lower than in New York.
Restaurants |  Edit |
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| Meal at an Inexpensive Restaurant | ₱400.00 | |
| Meal for Two at a Mid-Range Restaurant (Three Courses, Without Drinks) | ₱2,500.00 | |
| Combo Meal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Fast-Food Meal) | ₱281.00 | |
| Domestic Draft Beer (1 Pint) | ₱150.00 | |
| Imported Beer (12 oz Small Bottle) | ₱197.50 | |
| Cappuccino (Regular Size) | ₱164.44 | |
| Soft Drink (Coca-Cola or Pepsi, 12 oz Small Bottle) | ₱68.75 | |
| Bottled Water (12 oz) | ₱30.56 | |
Markets | Edit |
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| Milk (Regular, 1 Liter) | ₱117.56 | |
| Fresh White Bread (1 lb Loaf) | ₱71.82 | |
| White Rice (1 lb) | ₱29.48 | |
| Eggs (12, Large Size) | ₱142.07 | |
| Local Cheese (1 lb) | ₱205.25 | |
| Chicken Fillets (1 lb) | ₱140.08 | |
| Beef Round or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat (1 lb) | ₱198.58 | |
| Apples (1 lb) | ₱116.08 | |
| Bananas (1 lb) | ₱56.00 | |
| Oranges (1 lb) | ₱67.90 | |
| Tomatoes (1 lb) | ₱56.70 | |
| Potatoes (1 lb) | ₱85.96 | |
| Onions (1 lb) | ₱99.79 | |
| Lettuce (1 Head) | ₱67.00 | |
| Bottled Water (50 oz) | ₱71.25 | |
| Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) | ₱499.50 | |
| Domestic Beer (16.9 oz Bottle) | ₱85.00 | |
| Imported Beer (12 oz Small Bottle) | ₱126.50 | |
| Cigarettes (Pack of 20, Marlboro) | ₱164.50 | |
Transportation | Edit |
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| One-Way Ticket (Local Transport) | ₱59.00 | |
| Monthly Public Transport Pass (Regular Price) | ₱3,600.00 | |
| Taxi Start (Standard Tariff) | ₱40.00 | |
| Taxi 1 mile (Standard Tariff) | ₱22.53 | |
| Taxi 1 Hour Waiting (Standard Tariff) | ₱120.00 | |
| Gasoline (1 Liter) | ₱67.49 | |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.5 (or Equivalent New Compact Car) | ₱1,340,000.00 | |
| Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6 (or Equivalent New Mid-Size Car) | ₱1,234,750.00 | |
Utilities (Monthly) | Edit |
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| Basic Utilities for 915 Square Feet Apartment (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) | ₱9,340.62 | |
| Mobile Phone Plan (Monthly, with Calls and 10GB+ Data) | ₱1,024.75 | |
| Broadband Internet (Unlimited Data, 60 Mbps or Higher) | ₱1,988.56 | |
Sports And Leisure | Edit |
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| Monthly Fitness Club Membership | ₱3,300.00 | |
| Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend) | ₱900.00 | |
| Cinema Ticket (International Release) | ₱500.00 | |
Childcare | Edit |
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| Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child | ₱50,000.00 | |
| International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child | ₱466,666.67 | |
Clothing And Shoes | Edit |
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| Jeans (Levi's 501 or Similar) | ₱3,799.50 | |
| Summer Dress in a Chain Store (e.g. Zara or H&M) | ₱2,333.33 | |
| Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) | ₱5,125.00 | |
| Men's Leather Business Shoes | ₱6,500.00 | |
Rent Per Month | Edit |
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| 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | ₱45,709.09 | |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | ₱23,866.67 | |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | ₱122,500.00 | |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | ₱67,500.00 | |
Buy Apartment Price | Edit |
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| Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre | ₱34,884.80 | |
| Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | ₱21,801.07 | |
Salaries And Financing | Edit |
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| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | ₱42,649.11 | |
| Annual Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed, in %) | 7.50 | |
Prices in Makati
This city had 203 entries in the past 12 months by 20 different contributors.
Last update: 4 May 2026
Last update: 4 May 2026
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| Cost of Living in Mandaluyong | 3.18 miles |
| Cost of Living in Pasig | 5.43 miles |
| Cost of Living in Manila | 6.89 miles |
| Cost of Living in Cainta | 7.60 miles |
| Cost of Living in Bacoor | 10.68 miles |
| Cost of Living in Antipolo | 12.33 miles |
| Cost of Living in Imus | 12.97 miles |
| Cost of Living in Valenzuela | 14.68 miles |
| Cost of Living in Santa Rosa | 20.34 miles |
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