QUICK SUMMARY- BEST PLACES IN THE PHILIPPINES
- Best place” depends on preference and lifestyle.
- Every destination has a trade-off. Finding your perfect balance is the key.
- The Philippines has several options ranging from small mountain towns to large metropolis.
- Regardless of where you choose, the cost of living will be 50% less than a medium-cost city in the USA.
| Monthly Costs | Population | |
|---|---|---|
| Carcar City, Cebu | $825 | 140,103 |
| Makati, Metro Manila | $1500 | 629,616 |
| Subic Bay, Zambales | $1250 | 111,912 |
| Tagatay, Cavite | $975 | 85,330 |
| Baguio City, Luzon | $950 | 366,358 |
| Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental | $925 | 134,931 |
| BGC, Taguig City | $1500 | 886,722 |
| Davao City, Mindanao | $1100 | 1,776,949 |
| Cebu City, Cebu | $1200 | 964,169 |
| Bacolod City, Negros Occidental | $1050 | 600,783 |
There are many reasons why expats choose to move to the Philippines: The cost of living in the Philippines is only a fraction of the price in the US or Western Europe. Filipino people are some of the friendliest warm-hearted people you will ever meet. Most Filipinos, especially anyone younger than 40, speak English. The Philippine government offers an easy long-term visas including their simple retirement visa. The country has an abundance of natural beauty; along with rainforests and waterfalls, three islands in the Philippines have been voted the “most beautiful island in the world.”
With over 7500 islands, there is a place for every lifestyle. The Philippines has large cities with bustling nightlife, tranquil island beach villages, hippy surf communities, and even cool mountain towns.
Whether you are the type to sit peacefully on the beach watching the sunset with a drink in your hand or prefer a more active lifestyle of surfing in the afternoon and beers at the pub at night, the Philippines has something for everyone. The question is, with so many possibilities, where should you go? This article focuses on the Top Places To Live In the Philippines for Expats. I cover the rough costs, the attractions, and whether the place is better suited for expats looking for peace and quiet or an active social life.