Bangladesh vs Philippines
Philippines is about 20% pricier than Bangladesh overall, with a price level of 34.3 versus 27.3 (US = 100). The gap is widest in communication and narrowest in transport. On quality of life, Bangladesh scores higher (70 vs 67 of 100).
Metric Bangladesh Philippines
Price level (US=100) 27.3 34.3
GDP / capita (PPP) $9,647 $11,794
GNI / capita (PPP) $10,060 $13,330
Inflation (YoY) 10.5% 3.2%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Bangladesh Philippines
Housing & utilities 31 58
Food 85 92
Transport 74 76
Restaurants & hotels 39 48
Health 27 50
Communication 49 107
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Bangladesh Philippines
Quality-of-life score 70/100 67/100
Life expectancy 75 yrs 70 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 2.3 4.3
Internet users 53% 67%
Frequently asked
Is Bangladesh more expensive than Philippines?
Philippines is more expensive: about 20% pricier than Bangladesh overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Philippines?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Bangladesh would cost roughly $125,500 in Philippines, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Bangladesh or Philippines?
Bangladesh scores higher, 70 vs 67 out of 100.
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