China vs Philippines
China is about 31% pricier than Philippines overall, with a price level of 49.8 versus 34.3 (US = 100). The gap is widest in restaurants & hotels and narrowest in transport. On quality of life, China scores higher (91 vs 67 of 100).
Metric China Philippines
Price level (US=100) 49.8 34.3
GDP / capita (PPP) $27,105 $11,794
GNI / capita (PPP) $26,920 $13,330
Inflation (YoY) 0.2% 3.2%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category China Philippines
Housing & utilities 69 58
Food 130 92
Transport 82 76
Restaurants & hotels 85 48
Health 64 50
Communication 86 107
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric China Philippines
Quality-of-life score 91/100 67/100
Life expectancy 78 yrs 70 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 0.5 4.3
Internet users 92% 67%
Frequently asked
Is China more expensive than Philippines?
China is more expensive: about 31% pricier than Philippines overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Philippines?
Living the way $100,000 buys in China would cost roughly $69,000 in Philippines, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, China or Philippines?
China scores higher, 91 vs 67 out of 100.
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