Baguio

Philippines 🕒 12:47:07 PM (UTC+8 PST)

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☀️ Weather Forecast

Thu Jan 15
22°C / 71°F
Low: 16°C / 61°F
Fri Jan 16
22°C / 72°F
Low: 15°C / 59°F
Sat Jan 17
21°C / 71°F
Low: 15°C / 59°F

📊 Core Metrics

Rent (1BD)
$157
Per Month (USD)
Safety Score
4.8
Out of 10
Internet
105
Mbps Avg
ℹ️ Data Accuracy & Sources

Rent: Sourced from live listings (Zyla Labs), government databases (HUD/CMHC), or regional economic estimates.
Safety: Aggregated from national crime statistics and State Department advisory levels.
Note: Prices are estimates only and may vary by neighborhood.

🌍 Demographics

  • Population272,714
  • Region
  • ClimateTropical
  • Elevation1,493 m

🛂 Immigration & Visas

Tourist Stay: 30 Days (Extensions Possible)
Foreign nationals who are allowed to enter the Philippines without a visa may apply for an extension of stay with the Bureau of Immigration. Extensions are subject to approval and certain conditions.

Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV)
Allows foreign nationals to reside in the Philippines indefinitely, provided they meet certain investment and age requirements. There are different SRRV options with varying deposit amounts.
🕒 Validity: 12 Mo
9(g) Pre-arranged Employment Visa
For foreigners intending to work in the Philippines. Requires a sponsoring employer.
🕒 Validity: 36 Mo
Citizenship Path: Eligible after 5 years of residency. (Dual Citizenship Allowed)

💰 Cost of Living Breakdown

Housing & Utilities

  • Internet, 60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL$53.07
  • Tennis Court Rent, 1 Hour on Weekend$5.88
  • One bedroom apartment in city centre$359.61
  • One bedroom apartment outside of city centre$157.40
  • Three bedroom apartment in city centre$542.45
  • Three bedroom apartment outside of city centre$322.61

Transportation

  • One-way Ticket, Local Transport$0.18
  • Taxi Start, Normal Tariff$0.73
  • Taxi, price for 1 hour Waiting, Normal Tariff$2.08
  • Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car)42,667.46
  • Cinema ticket, 1 Seat$5.20

Food & Groceries

  • Meal in Inexpensive Restaurant$3.12
  • Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course$13.53
  • McMeal at McDonalds or Alternative Combo Meal$3.12
  • Eggs, 12 pack$1.86
  • Lettuce, 1 head$0.83
  • Water, 1.5 liter Bottle$0.71
  • Bottle of Wine, Mid-Range Price$5.72
  • Domestic Beer, 0.5 liter Bottle$1.64
  • Monthly Pass, Regular Price$20.81
  • Prepaid Mobile Tariff Local, price per 1 min, No Discounts or Plans$0.16
  • Pair of Running Shoes, Mid-Range Price$80.65

Lifestyle & Entertainment

  • Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult$38.85
  • Private Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly for 1 Child$468.30
  • International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child6,694.98
  • Pair of Jeans in a Chain Store Like George, H&M, Zara, etc.$34.20
  • Pair of Leather Business Shoes$80.65

Other

  • Cappuccino$1.85
  • Pack of Cigarettes$2.45
  • Average Monthly Net Salary, After Tax$283.58
  • Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages for 20 Years Fixed-Rate, Yearly, Fixed-Rate6.17 %
  • Summer Dress in a Chain Store Like George, H&M, Zara, etc.$32.78
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