Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in Philippines is 3.37 times more expensive as compared to Democratic Republic of the Congo.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between Philippines and Democratic Republic of the Congo. We have created 172 cost-of-living indicators. We average the prices of all those indicators and take a mathematically calculated approach to determine which country is more expensive to live in between Philippines and Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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 Indicators  | Philippines  | Democratic Republic of the Congo  |
|---|---|---|
1 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 25,000 PHP (425 USD) | 600,000 CDF (246 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 45,000 PHP (765 USD) | 1,000,000 CDF (410 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 70,000 PHP (1,190 USD) | 1,500,000 CDF (615 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 15,000 PHP (255 USD) | 400,000 CDF (164 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 25,000 PHP (425 USD) | 700,000 CDF (287 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 40,000 PHP (680 USD) | 1,000,000 CDF (410 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month  | 2 % | 7 % |
Realtor Commission  | 5 % | 7 % |
Property Taxes  | 0.5 to 2.0 % | Yet to Update |
The average housing cost in Philippines is 1.77 times more expensive than Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Indicators | Philippines | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Basic Home Furnishing  | 60,000 PHP (1,020 USD) | 200,000 CDF (82 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month  | 2,500 PHP (42.50 USD) | 80,000 CDF (32.80 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month  | 1,200 PHP (20.40 USD) | 35,000 CDF (14.35 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month  | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) | 42,000 CDF (17.22 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month  | 800 PHP (13.60 USD) | 30,000 CDF (12.30 USD) |
If you lived in Philippines, instead of Democratic Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 607.13% more for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in Philippines costs 12.44 times more compared to Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Indicators | Philippines | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Standard Wifi Cost Per Month  | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) | 50,000 CDF (20.50 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 1,000 PHP (17 USD) | 20,000 CDF (8.20 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 500 PHP (8.50 USD) | Yet to Update () |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 1,000 PHP (17 USD) | 25,000 CDF (10.25 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 74.58% more in Philippines compared to Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Indicators | Philippines | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Long Grain Rice (1 KG)  | 60 PHP (1.02 USD) | 2,500 CDF (1.02 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter)  | 80 PHP (1.36 USD) | 1,500 CDF (0.61 USD) |
Water (1 Liter)  | 20 PHP (0.34 USD) | 500 CDF (0.20 USD) |
Bread (500 gm)  | 50 PHP (0.85 USD) | 1,000 CDF (0.41 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen)  | 120 PHP (2.04 USD) | 3,000 CDF (1.23 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG)  | 250 PHP (4.25 USD) | 4,000 CDF (1.64 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG)  | 180 PHP (3.06 USD) | 5,000 CDF (2.05 USD) |
In Philippines, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 2.07 times more expensive than the cost in Democratic Republic of the Congo.
If you lived in Philippines, instead of Democratic Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 80.07% more for Groceries.
Indicators | Philippines | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Apples (1 KG)  | 150 PHP (2.55 USD) | 3,500 CDF (1.44 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG)  | 70 PHP (1.19 USD) | 1,000 CDF (0.41 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG)  | 100 PHP (1.70 USD) | 1,200 CDF (0.49 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG)  | 60 PHP (1.02 USD) | 1,200 CDF (0.49 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG)  | 40 PHP (0.68 USD) | 1,000 CDF (0.41 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG)  | 100 PHP (1.70 USD) | 2,000 CDF (0.82 USD) |
Onions (1 KG)  | 80 PHP (1.36 USD) | 1,500 CDF (0.61 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG)  | 90 PHP (1.53 USD) | 2,000 CDF (0.82 USD) |
If you lived in Philippines, instead of Democratic Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 2.14 times more for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | Philippines | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Meal at a Resonable Restaurant  | 250 PHP (4.25 USD) | 15,000 CDF (6.15 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two  | 800 PHP (13.60 USD) | 50,000 CDF (20.50 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal  | 150 PHP (2.55 USD) | 5,000 CDF (2.05 USD) |
Normal Coffee  | 100 PHP (1.70 USD) | 1,500 CDF (0.61 USD) |
Soft Drink  | 60 PHP (1.02 USD) | 800 CDF (0.33 USD) |
Pizza for One  | 500 PHP (8.50 USD) | 10,000 CDF (4.10 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal  | 250 PHP (4.25 USD) | 8,000 CDF (3.28 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20  | 200 PHP (3.40 USD) | 2,500 CDF (1.02 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 3.21% more in Philippines compared to Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Indicators | Philippines | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Wine Mid-Range Bottle  | 800 PHP (13.60 USD) | 8,000 CDF (3.28 USD) |
Glass of Wine  | 250 PHP (4.25 USD) | 2,500 CDF (1.02 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter  | 70 PHP (1.19 USD) | 1,000 CDF (0.41 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter  | 120 PHP (2.04 USD) | 1,500 CDF (0.61 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter  | 600 PHP (10.20 USD) | 6,000 CDF (2.46 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter  | 1,000 PHP (17 USD) | 10,000 CDF (4.10 USD) |
If you lived in Philippines, instead of Democratic Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 4.06 times more for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | Philippines | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Monthly Public Transportation Pass  | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) | 30,000 CDF (12.30 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket  | 20 PHP (0.34 USD) | 1,000 CDF (0.41 USD) |
Single Train Ticket  | Yet to Update () | Yet to Update () |
Domestic Airplane Ticket  | 3,000 PHP (51 USD) | 500,000 CDF (205 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare  | 50 PHP (0.85 USD) | 2,000 CDF (0.82 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer  | 10 PHP (0.17 USD) | 500 CDF (0.20 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day  | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) | 40,000 CDF (16.40 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour  | 50 PHP (0.85 USD) | 2,000 CDF (0.82 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour  | 20 PHP (0.34 USD) | 1,000 CDF (0.41 USD) |
If you lived in Philippines, instead of Democratic Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 2.26 times less for transportation.
Indicators | Philippines | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost  | 800,000 PHP (13,600 USD) | 10,000,000 CDF (4,100 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost  | 3,000 PHP (51 USD) | 200,000 CDF (82 USD) |
Driving License Fees  | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) | 50,000 CDF (20.50 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost  | 12,000 PHP (204 USD) | 200,000 CDF (82 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost  | 3,000 PHP (51 USD) | 30,000 CDF (12.30 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates  | 8 % | 10 % |
Fuel Per Liter  | 80 PHP (1.36 USD) | 1,500 CDF (0.61 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon  | 300 PHP (5.10 USD) | 6,000 CDF (2.46 USD) |
Average Toll Fees  | Yet to Update | Yet to Update |
You would have to pay 3.24 times more for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in Philippines compared to that of Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Indicators | Philippines | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Doctor Visit  | 1,000 PHP (17 USD) | 15,000 CDF (6.15 USD) |
Specialist Visit  | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) | 25,000 CDF (10.25 USD) |
Dentist Visit  | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) | 20,000 CDF (8.20 USD) |
Eye Exam  | 800 PHP (13.60 USD) | 15,000 CDF (6.15 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling  | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) | 15,000 CDF (6.15 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening  | 800 PHP (13.60 USD) | Yet to Update () |
Physical Therapy  | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) | 15,000 CDF (6.15 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit  | 8,000 PHP (136 USD) | 30,000 CDF (12.30 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night  | 6,000 PHP (102 USD) | 100,000 CDF (41 USD) |
Vaccinations  | 500 PHP (8.50 USD) | 3,000 CDF (1.23 USD) |
Prescription Medication  | 400 PHP (6.80 USD) | 5,000 CDF (2.05 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication  | 150 PHP (2.55 USD) | 3,000 CDF (1.23 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums  | 5,000 PHP (85 USD) | 50,000 CDF (20.50 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles  | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) | Yet to Update () |
If you lived in Philippines, instead of Democratic Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 4.43 times more for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | Philippines | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Cosmetic Procedures  | 3,000 PHP (51 USD) | Yet to Update () |
Spa Treatment  | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) | Yet to Update () |
Manicure Pedicure Cost  | 500 PHP (8.50 USD) | 5,000 CDF (2.05 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost  | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) | 10,000 CDF (4.10 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost  | 1,200 PHP (20.40 USD) | 7,000 CDF (2.87 USD) |
Haircuts  | 150 PHP (2.55 USD) | 5,000 CDF (2.05 USD) |
Hair Coloring  | 500 PHP (8.50 USD) | 10,000 CDF (4.10 USD) |
Shampoo Price  | 100 PHP (1.70 USD) | 1,000 CDF (0.41 USD) |
Toothpaste Price  | 50 PHP (0.85 USD) | 500 CDF (0.20 USD) |
If you lived in Philippines, instead of Democratic Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 9.69 times more for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | Philippines | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Pair of Nike Running Shoes  | 6,000 PHP (102 USD) | 50,000 CDF (20.50 USD) |
Men's Shirt  | 1,200 PHP (20.40 USD) | 10,000 CDF (4.10 USD) |
Women's Dress  | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) | 30,000 CDF (12.30 USD) |
Summer Dress  | 1,200 PHP (20.40 USD) | 15,000 CDF (6.15 USD) |
Men's Suit  | 8,000 PHP (136 USD) | 150,000 CDF (61.50 USD) |
Men's Jeans  | 2,500 PHP (42.50 USD) | 15,000 CDF (6.15 USD) |
Women's Jeans  | 1,200 PHP (20.40 USD) | 15,000 CDF (6.15 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes  | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) | 25,000 CDF (10.25 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes  | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) | 25,000 CDF (10.25 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes  | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) | 20,000 CDF (8.20 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes  | 1,200 PHP (20.40 USD) | 20,000 CDF (8.20 USD) |
Underwear For Men  | 300 PHP (5.10 USD) | 2,000 CDF (0.82 USD) |
Underwear For Women  | 350 PHP (5.95 USD) | 2,000 CDF (0.82 USD) |
Socks For Men  | 100 PHP (1.70 USD) | 1,000 CDF (0.41 USD) |
Socks For Women  | 100 PHP (1.70 USD) | 1,000 CDF (0.41 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults  | 3,000 PHP (51 USD) | 30,000 CDF (12.30 USD) |
Sportswear  | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) | 15,000 CDF (6.15 USD) |
If you lived in Philippines, instead of Democratic Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 3.28 times more for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | Philippines | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Children's Jeans  | 800 PHP (13.60 USD) | 10,000 CDF (4.10 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers  | 1,000 PHP (17 USD) | 12,000 CDF (4.92 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat  | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) | 20,000 CDF (8.20 USD) |
Daycare for Infant  | 8,000 PHP (136 USD) | 50,000 CDF (20.50 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler  | 6,000 PHP (102 USD) | 40,000 CDF (16.40 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days  | 1,000 PHP (17 USD) | 15,000 CDF (6.15 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs  | 5,000 PHP (85 USD) | 70,000 CDF (28.70 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities  | 3,000 PHP (51 USD) | 30,000 CDF (12.30 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids  | 5,000 PHP (85 USD) | 50,000 CDF (20.50 USD) |
If you lived in Philippines, instead of Democratic Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 4.37 times more for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | Philippines | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
PreSchool Fees  | 10,000 PHP (170 USD) | 60,000 CDF (24.60 USD) |
Primary School Fees  | 20,000 PHP (340 USD) | 80,000 CDF (32.80 USD) |
Secondary School Fees  | 35,000 PHP (595 USD) | 100,000 CDF (41 USD) |
Private School Fees  | 60,000 PHP (1,020 USD) | 150,000 CDF (61.50 USD) |
University Tuition Fees  | 120,000 PHP (2,040 USD) | 500,000 CDF (205 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees  | 200,000 PHP (3,400 USD) | 1,000,000 CDF (410 USD) |
After School Activities  | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) | 20,000 CDF (8.20 USD) |
Special Education Services  | 6,000 PHP (102 USD) | Yet to Update () |
Tutoring  | 1,000 PHP (17 USD) | 25,000 CDF (10.25 USD) |
Textbooks Cost  | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) | 20,000 CDF (8.20 USD) |
School Supplies  | 1,000 PHP (17 USD) | 10,000 CDF (4.10 USD) |
If you lived in Philippines, instead of Democratic Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 9.64 times more for school and education.
Indicators | Philippines | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Movie Ticket (Single)  | 250 PHP (4.25 USD) | 5,000 CDF (2.05 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single)  | 500 PHP (8.50 USD) | 6,000 CDF (2.46 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single)  | 800 PHP (13.60 USD) | 8,000 CDF (3.28 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single)  | 600 PHP (10.20 USD) | 10,000 CDF (4.10 USD) |
Gym Membership  | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) | 30,000 CDF (12.30 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access  | 1,000 PHP (17 USD) | 20,000 CDF (8.20 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket  | 200 PHP (3.40 USD) | 2,000 CDF (0.82 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket  | 300 PHP (5.10 USD) | 3,000 CDF (1.23 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket  | 600 PHP (10.20 USD) | 5,000 CDF (2.05 USD) |
Bowling  | 250 PHP (4.25 USD) | 5,000 CDF (2.05 USD) |
Mini Golf  | 150 PHP (2.55 USD) | 3,000 CDF (1.23 USD) |
Video Games  | 3,000 PHP (51 USD) | 15,000 CDF (6.15 USD) |
Streaming Services  | 1,000 PHP (17 USD) | 8,000 CDF (3.28 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental  | 300 PHP (5.10 USD) | 5,000 CDF (2.05 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass  | 12,000 PHP (204 USD) | 50,000 CDF (20.50 USD) |
If you lived in Philippines, instead of Democratic Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 5.44 times more for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | Philippines | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Language Classes  | 5,000 PHP (85 USD) | 25,000 CDF (10.25 USD) |
Parenting Classes  | 5,000 PHP (85 USD) | 12,000 CDF (4.92 USD) |
Art Classes  | 600 PHP (10.20 USD) | 5,000 CDF (2.05 USD) |
Fitness Classes  | 500 PHP (8.50 USD) | 2,500 CDF (1.02 USD) |
Music Lessons  | 800 PHP (13.60 USD) | 7,000 CDF (2.87 USD) |
Dance Lessons  | 800 PHP (13.60 USD) | 7,000 CDF (2.87 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes  | 200 PHP (3.40 USD) | 1,500 CDF (0.61 USD) |
Educational Software  | 5,000 PHP (85 USD) | 10,000 CDF (4.10 USD) |
If you lived in Philippines, instead of Democratic Republic of the Congo, you would have to pay 10.60 times more for Private Classes.
Indicators | Philippines | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Average Gross Monthly Salary  | 35,000 PHP (595 USD) | 500,000 CDF (205 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary  | 28,000 PHP (476 USD) | 300,000 CDF (123 USD) |
Minimum Wages  | 433.33 PHP per hour (7.37 USD) | 5,000 CDF per hour (2.05 USD) |
Average Bonus  | 5,000 PHP (85 USD) | 50,000 CDF (20.50 USD) |
Income Tax Rate  | 0 to 12 % | 0 to 16 % |
Social Security Contributions  | 12 % | 5 % |
Pension Contributions  | 10 % | 5 % |
Cost of Living Index  | 70 | 55 |
Median Household Income  | 30,000 PHP (510 USD) | 1,500,000 CDF (615 USD) |
If you lived in Philippines, you would earn 1.73 times more salary as compared to Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Indicators | Philippines | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
|---|---|---|
Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate  | 3,000 PHP (51 USD) | 20,000 CDF (8.20 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate  | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) | 15,000 CDF (6.15 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate  | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) | 20,000 CDF (8.20 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate  | 1,200 PHP (20.40 USD) | 10,000 CDF (4.10 USD) |
Professional Services cost 4.91 times more in Philippines, as compared to Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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