🇵🇭 Manila vs 🇮🇳 Mumbai
Cost of living comparison · 2026
🇵🇭
Manila
Philippines
$985–$1,559/mo
₱57,941 – ₱91,706 / month (local)
🇮🇳
Mumbai
India
$1,477–$2,338/mo
₹123,083 – ₹194,833 / month (local)
Mumbai is 50% more expensive
Manila wins on affordability
Cost breakdown
| Category | Manila (USD) | Mumbai (USD) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (1-bed, city center) | $738–$1,149 | $1,108–$1,723 | 🟢 Manila |
| Rent (1-bed, outside center) | $390–$615 | $585–$923 | 🟢 Manila |
| Utilities | $31–$59 | $46–$89 | 🟢 Manila |
| Groceries | $156–$234 | $234–$351 | 🟢 Manila |
| Eating out (mid-range meal) | $21–$37 | $31–$55 | 🟢 Manila |
| Public transport (monthly) | $39–$47 | $58–$71 | 🟢 Manila |
| Internet & Mobile | $12–$21 | $18–$31 | 🟢 Manila |
| Gym membership | $14–$27 | $22–$40 | 🟢 Manila |
| Cinema ticket | $6–$7 | $9–$11 | 🟢 Manila |
| Monthly total (single) | $985–$1,559 | $1,477–$2,338 | 🟢 Manila |
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Quality of life comparison
Housing7.1 / 10 · 7.1 / 10
Manila
Mumbai
Safety9.7 / 10 · 9.1 / 10
Manila▲ better
Mumbai
Healthcare8.0 / 10 · 9.1 / 10
Manila
Mumbai▲ better
Education7.6 / 10 · 8.7 / 10
Manila
Mumbai▲ better
Environment8.4 / 10 · 9.5 / 10
Manila
Mumbai▲ better
Economy6.7 / 10 · 7.8 / 10
Manila
Mumbai▲ better
Culture7.3 / 10 · 8.4 / 10
Manila
Mumbai▲ better
Internet7.7 / 10 · 8.8 / 10
Manila
Mumbai▲ better
Who should choose which city?
Choose Manila if…
- ✓You want lower typical monthly costs than Mumbai
- ✓English
- ✓BPO industry
- ✓Value
- ✓Outsourcing
Choose Mumbai if…
- ✓You're happy to pay more for what Mumbai offers vs Manila
- ✓Bollywood
- ✓Finance
- ✓Energy
- ✓Entertainment
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