Canada vs Philippines
Canada is about 60% pricier than Philippines overall, with a price level of 85.4 versus 34.3 (US = 100). The gap is widest in housing & utilities and narrowest in food. On quality of life, Canada scores higher (94 vs 67 of 100).
Metric Canada Philippines
Price level (US=100) 85.4 34.3
GDP / capita (PPP) $64,610 $11,794
GNI / capita (PPP) $63,630 $13,330
Inflation (YoY) 2.4% 3.2%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Canada Philippines
Housing & utilities 201 58
Food 146 92
Transport 128 76
Restaurants & hotels 151 48
Health 150 50
Communication 303 107
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Canada Philippines
Quality-of-life score 94/100 67/100
Life expectancy 82 yrs 70 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 2.0 4.3
Internet users 94% 67%
Frequently asked
Is Canada more expensive than Philippines?
Canada is more expensive: about 60% pricier than Philippines overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Philippines?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Canada would cost roughly $40,000 in Philippines, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Canada or Philippines?
Canada scores higher, 94 vs 67 out of 100.
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