India vs Philippines
Philippines is about 29% pricier than India overall, with a price level of 34.3 versus 24.5 (US = 100). The gap is widest in communication and narrowest in restaurants & hotels. On quality of life, India scores higher (75 vs 67 of 100).
Metric India Philippines
Price level (US=100) 24.5 34.3
GDP / capita (PPP) $11,160 $11,794
GNI / capita (PPP) $11,000 $13,330
Inflation (YoY) 5.0% 3.2%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category India Philippines
Housing & utilities 29 58
Food 58 92
Transport 62 76
Restaurants & hotels 39 48
Health 23 50
Communication 27 107
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric India Philippines
Quality-of-life score 75/100 67/100
Life expectancy 72 yrs 70 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 2.8 4.3
Internet users 70% 67%
Frequently asked
Is India more expensive than Philippines?
Philippines is more expensive: about 29% pricier than India overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Philippines?
Living the way $100,000 buys in India would cost roughly $140,000 in Philippines, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, India or Philippines?
India scores higher, 75 vs 67 out of 100.
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