Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in United Kingdom is 3.86 times more expensive as compared to Philippines.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between United Kingdom and Philippines. 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 United Kingdom and Philippines.
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 Indicators  | United Kingdom  | Philippines  |
|---|---|---|
1 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 1,800 GBP (2,286 USD) | 25,000 PHP (425 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 2,800 GBP (3,556 USD) | 45,000 PHP (765 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 3,800 GBP (4,826 USD) | 70,000 PHP (1,190 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 1,200 GBP (1,524 USD) | 15,000 PHP (255 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 1,800 GBP (2,286 USD) | 25,000 PHP (425 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 2,500 GBP (3,175 USD) | 40,000 PHP (680 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month  | 3 % | 2 % |
Realtor Commission  | 1.5 % | 5 % |
Property Taxes  | 0.5 to 2.0 % | 0.5 to 2.0 % |
The average housing cost in United Kingdom is 4.73 times more expensive than Philippines.
Indicators | United Kingdom | Philippines |
|---|---|---|
Basic Home Furnishing  | 2,000 GBP (2,540 USD) | 60,000 PHP (1,020 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month  | 120 GBP (152.40 USD) | 2,500 PHP (42.50 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month  | 100 GBP (127 USD) | 1,200 PHP (20.40 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month  | 50 GBP (63.50 USD) | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month  | 40 GBP (50.80 USD) | 800 PHP (13.60 USD) |
If you lived in United Kingdom, instead of Philippines, you would have to pay 161.47% more for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in United Kingdom costs 2.49 times more compared to Philippines.
Indicators | United Kingdom | Philippines |
|---|---|---|
Standard Wifi Cost Per Month  | 30 GBP (38.10 USD) | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 20 GBP (25.40 USD) | 1,000 PHP (17 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 20 GBP (25.40 USD) | 500 PHP (8.50 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 50 GBP (63.50 USD) | 1,000 PHP (17 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 124.12% more in United Kingdom compared to Philippines.
Indicators | United Kingdom | Philippines |
|---|---|---|
Long Grain Rice (1 KG)  | 2.50 GBP (3.17 USD) | 60 PHP (1.02 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter)  | 1.20 GBP (1.52 USD) | 80 PHP (1.36 USD) |
Water (1 Liter)  | 0.80 GBP (1.02 USD) | 20 PHP (0.34 USD) |
Bread (500 gm)  | 1 GBP (1.27 USD) | 50 PHP (0.85 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen)  | 2.50 GBP (3.17 USD) | 120 PHP (2.04 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG)  | 5 GBP (6.35 USD) | 250 PHP (4.25 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG)  | 8 GBP (10.16 USD) | 180 PHP (3.06 USD) |
In United Kingdom, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 1.49 times more expensive than the cost in Philippines.
If you lived in United Kingdom, instead of Philippines, you would have to pay 106.42% more for Groceries.
Indicators | United Kingdom | Philippines |
|---|---|---|
Apples (1 KG)  | 2 GBP (2.54 USD) | 150 PHP (2.55 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG)  | 1.20 GBP (1.52 USD) | 70 PHP (1.19 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG)  | 2 GBP (2.54 USD) | 100 PHP (1.70 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG)  | 2 GBP (2.54 USD) | 60 PHP (1.02 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG)  | 1 GBP (1.27 USD) | 40 PHP (0.68 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG)  | 2 GBP (2.54 USD) | 100 PHP (1.70 USD) |
Onions (1 KG)  | 1.50 GBP (1.91 USD) | 80 PHP (1.36 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG)  | 2.50 GBP (3.17 USD) | 90 PHP (1.53 USD) |
If you lived in United Kingdom, instead of Philippines, you would have to pay 1.54 times more for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | United Kingdom | Philippines |
|---|---|---|
Meal at a Resonable Restaurant  | 15 GBP (19.05 USD) | 250 PHP (4.25 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two  | 50 GBP (63.50 USD) | 800 PHP (13.60 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal  | 6 GBP (7.62 USD) | 150 PHP (2.55 USD) |
Normal Coffee  | 3 GBP (3.81 USD) | 100 PHP (1.70 USD) |
Soft Drink  | 1.50 GBP (1.91 USD) | 60 PHP (1.02 USD) |
Pizza for One  | 10 GBP (12.70 USD) | 500 PHP (8.50 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal  | 15 GBP (19.05 USD) | 250 PHP (4.25 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20  | 12 GBP (15.24 USD) | 200 PHP (3.40 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 263.83% more in United Kingdom compared to Philippines.
Indicators | United Kingdom | Philippines |
|---|---|---|
Wine Mid-Range Bottle  | 8 GBP (10.16 USD) | 800 PHP (13.60 USD) |
Glass of Wine  | 5 GBP (6.35 USD) | 250 PHP (4.25 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter  | 2 GBP (2.54 USD) | 70 PHP (1.19 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter  | 3 GBP (3.81 USD) | 120 PHP (2.04 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter  | 15 GBP (19.05 USD) | 600 PHP (10.20 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter  | 25 GBP (31.75 USD) | 1,000 PHP (17 USD) |
If you lived in United Kingdom, instead of Philippines, you would have to pay 1.53 times more for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | United Kingdom | Philippines |
|---|---|---|
Monthly Public Transportation Pass  | 140 GBP (177.80 USD) | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket  | 2.50 GBP (3.17 USD) | 20 PHP (0.34 USD) |
Single Train Ticket  | 50 GBP (63.50 USD) | Yet to Update () |
Domestic Airplane Ticket  | 150 GBP (190.50 USD) | 3,000 PHP (51 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare  | 3 GBP (3.81 USD) | 50 PHP (0.85 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer  | 2 GBP (2.54 USD) | 10 PHP (0.17 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day  | 40 GBP (50.80 USD) | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour  | 3 GBP (3.81 USD) | 50 PHP (0.85 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour  | 1.50 GBP (1.91 USD) | 20 PHP (0.34 USD) |
If you lived in United Kingdom, instead of Philippines, you would have to pay 4.76 times more for transportation.
Indicators | United Kingdom | Philippines |
|---|---|---|
Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost  | 20,000 GBP (25,400 USD) | 800,000 PHP (13,600 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost  | 200 GBP (254 USD) | 3,000 PHP (51 USD) |
Driving License Fees  | 50 GBP (63.50 USD) | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost  | 600 GBP (762 USD) | 12,000 PHP (204 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost  | 150 GBP (190.50 USD) | 3,000 PHP (51 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates  | 5 % | 8 % |
Fuel Per Liter  | 1.40 GBP (1.78 USD) | 80 PHP (1.36 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon  | 6.50 GBP (8.26 USD) | 300 PHP (5.10 USD) |
Average Toll Fees  | Yet to Update | Yet to Update |
You would have to pay 1.91 times more for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in United Kingdom compared to that of Philippines.
Indicators | United Kingdom | Philippines |
|---|---|---|
Doctor Visit  | 70 GBP (88.90 USD) | 1,000 PHP (17 USD) |
Specialist Visit  | 150 GBP (190.50 USD) | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) |
Dentist Visit  | 80 GBP (101.60 USD) | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) |
Eye Exam  | 50 GBP (63.50 USD) | 800 PHP (13.60 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling  | 70 GBP (88.90 USD) | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening  | 100 GBP (127 USD) | 800 PHP (13.60 USD) |
Physical Therapy  | 50 GBP (63.50 USD) | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit  | 200 GBP (254 USD) | 8,000 PHP (136 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night  | 150 GBP (190.50 USD) | 6,000 PHP (102 USD) |
Vaccinations  | 30 GBP (38.10 USD) | 500 PHP (8.50 USD) |
Prescription Medication  | 15 GBP (19.05 USD) | 400 PHP (6.80 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication  | 5 GBP (6.35 USD) | 150 PHP (2.55 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums  | 200 GBP (254 USD) | 5,000 PHP (85 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles  | 500 GBP (635 USD) | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) |
If you lived in United Kingdom, instead of Philippines, you would have to pay 3.94 times more for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | United Kingdom | Philippines |
|---|---|---|
Cosmetic Procedures  | 200 GBP (254 USD) | 3,000 PHP (51 USD) |
Spa Treatment  | 100 GBP (127 USD) | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost  | 30 GBP (38.10 USD) | 500 PHP (8.50 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost  | 100 GBP (127 USD) | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost  | 50 GBP (63.50 USD) | 1,200 PHP (20.40 USD) |
Haircuts  | 20 GBP (25.40 USD) | 150 PHP (2.55 USD) |
Hair Coloring  | 50 GBP (63.50 USD) | 500 PHP (8.50 USD) |
Shampoo Price  | 5 GBP (6.35 USD) | 100 PHP (1.70 USD) |
Toothpaste Price  | 2 GBP (2.54 USD) | 50 PHP (0.85 USD) |
If you lived in United Kingdom, instead of Philippines, you would have to pay 4.62 times more for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | United Kingdom | Philippines |
|---|---|---|
Pair of Nike Running Shoes  | 80 GBP (101.60 USD) | 6,000 PHP (102 USD) |
Men's Shirt  | 30 GBP (38.10 USD) | 1,200 PHP (20.40 USD) |
Women's Dress  | 60 GBP (76.20 USD) | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) |
Summer Dress  | 40 GBP (50.80 USD) | 1,200 PHP (20.40 USD) |
Men's Suit  | 300 GBP (381 USD) | 8,000 PHP (136 USD) |
Men's Jeans  | 50 GBP (63.50 USD) | 2,500 PHP (42.50 USD) |
Women's Jeans  | 50 GBP (63.50 USD) | 1,200 PHP (20.40 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes  | 80 GBP (101.60 USD) | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes  | 70 GBP (88.90 USD) | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes  | 60 GBP (76.20 USD) | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes  | 50 GBP (63.50 USD) | 1,200 PHP (20.40 USD) |
Underwear For Men  | 15 GBP (19.05 USD) | 300 PHP (5.10 USD) |
Underwear For Women  | 15 GBP (19.05 USD) | 350 PHP (5.95 USD) |
Socks For Men  | 5 GBP (6.35 USD) | 100 PHP (1.70 USD) |
Socks For Women  | 5 GBP (6.35 USD) | 100 PHP (1.70 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults  | 80 GBP (101.60 USD) | 3,000 PHP (51 USD) |
Sportswear  | 50 GBP (63.50 USD) | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) |
If you lived in United Kingdom, instead of Philippines, you would have to pay 2.31 times more for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | United Kingdom | Philippines |
|---|---|---|
Children's Jeans  | 25 GBP (31.75 USD) | 800 PHP (13.60 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers  | 30 GBP (38.10 USD) | 1,000 PHP (17 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat  | 50 GBP (63.50 USD) | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) |
Daycare for Infant  | 1,200 GBP (1,524 USD) | 8,000 PHP (136 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler  | 1,000 GBP (1,270 USD) | 6,000 PHP (102 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days  | 30 GBP (38.10 USD) | 1,000 PHP (17 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs  | 400 GBP (508 USD) | 5,000 PHP (85 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities  | 50 GBP (63.50 USD) | 3,000 PHP (51 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids  | 200 GBP (254 USD) | 5,000 PHP (85 USD) |
If you lived in United Kingdom, instead of Philippines, you would have to pay 7.12 times more for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | United Kingdom | Philippines |
|---|---|---|
PreSchool Fees  | 1,500 GBP (1,905 USD) | 10,000 PHP (170 USD) |
Primary School Fees  | 3,000 GBP (3,810 USD) | 20,000 PHP (340 USD) |
Secondary School Fees  | 4,500 GBP (5,715 USD) | 35,000 PHP (595 USD) |
Private School Fees  | 6,000 GBP (7,620 USD) | 60,000 PHP (1,020 USD) |
University Tuition Fees  | 9,000 GBP (11,430 USD) | 120,000 PHP (2,040 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees  | 15,000 GBP (19,050 USD) | 200,000 PHP (3,400 USD) |
After School Activities  | 100 GBP (127 USD) | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) |
Special Education Services  | 100 GBP (127 USD) | 6,000 PHP (102 USD) |
Tutoring  | 40 GBP (50.80 USD) | 1,000 PHP (17 USD) |
Textbooks Cost  | 30 GBP (38.10 USD) | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) |
School Supplies  | 20 GBP (25.40 USD) | 1,000 PHP (17 USD) |
If you lived in United Kingdom, instead of Philippines, you would have to pay 6.42 times more for school and education.
Indicators | United Kingdom | Philippines |
|---|---|---|
Movie Ticket (Single)  | 10 GBP (12.70 USD) | 250 PHP (4.25 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single)  | 20 GBP (25.40 USD) | 500 PHP (8.50 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single)  | 30 GBP (38.10 USD) | 800 PHP (13.60 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single)  | 25 GBP (31.75 USD) | 600 PHP (10.20 USD) |
Gym Membership  | 40 GBP (50.80 USD) | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access  | 30 GBP (38.10 USD) | 1,000 PHP (17 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket  | 10 GBP (12.70 USD) | 200 PHP (3.40 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket  | 15 GBP (19.05 USD) | 300 PHP (5.10 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket  | 30 GBP (38.10 USD) | 600 PHP (10.20 USD) |
Bowling  | 15 GBP (19.05 USD) | 250 PHP (4.25 USD) |
Mini Golf  | 10 GBP (12.70 USD) | 150 PHP (2.55 USD) |
Video Games  | 50 GBP (63.50 USD) | 3,000 PHP (51 USD) |
Streaming Services  | 10 GBP (12.70 USD) | 1,000 PHP (17 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental  | 20 GBP (25.40 USD) | 300 PHP (5.10 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass  | 300 GBP (381 USD) | 12,000 PHP (204 USD) |
If you lived in United Kingdom, instead of Philippines, you would have to pay 2.00 times more for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | United Kingdom | Philippines |
|---|---|---|
Language Classes  | 30 GBP (38.10 USD) | 5,000 PHP (85 USD) |
Parenting Classes  | 50 GBP (63.50 USD) | 5,000 PHP (85 USD) |
Art Classes  | 25 GBP (31.75 USD) | 600 PHP (10.20 USD) |
Fitness Classes  | 15 GBP (19.05 USD) | 500 PHP (8.50 USD) |
Music Lessons  | 40 GBP (50.80 USD) | 800 PHP (13.60 USD) |
Dance Lessons  | 30 GBP (38.10 USD) | 800 PHP (13.60 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes  | 5 GBP (6.35 USD) | 200 PHP (3.40 USD) |
Educational Software  | 20 GBP (25.40 USD) | 5,000 PHP (85 USD) |
If you lived in United Kingdom, instead of Philippines, you would have to pay 1.11 times less for Private Classes.
Indicators | United Kingdom | Philippines |
|---|---|---|
Average Gross Monthly Salary  | 3,000 GBP (3,810 USD) | 35,000 PHP (595 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary  | 2,400 GBP (3,048 USD) | 28,000 PHP (476 USD) |
Minimum Wages  | 53.33 GBP per hour (67.73 USD) | 433.33 PHP per hour (7.37 USD) |
Average Bonus  | 500 GBP (635 USD) | 5,000 PHP (85 USD) |
Income Tax Rate  | 0 to 20 % | 0 to 12 % |
Social Security Contributions  | 12 % | 12 % |
Pension Contributions  | 10 % | 10 % |
Cost of Living Index  | 75 | 70 |
Median Household Income  | 2,800 GBP (3,556 USD) | 30,000 PHP (510 USD) |
If you lived in United Kingdom, you would earn 6.64 times more salary as compared to Philippines.
Indicators | United Kingdom | Philippines |
|---|---|---|
Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate  | 200 GBP (254 USD) | 3,000 PHP (51 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate  | 150 GBP (190.50 USD) | 2,000 PHP (34 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate  | 100 GBP (127 USD) | 1,500 PHP (25.50 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate  | 80 GBP (101.60 USD) | 1,200 PHP (20.40 USD) |
Professional Services cost 5.14 times more in United Kingdom, as compared to Philippines.
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