Pakistan vs Philippines
Philippines is about 30% pricier than Pakistan overall, with a price level of 34.3 versus 24.0 (US = 100). The gap is widest in communication and narrowest in restaurants & hotels. On quality of life, Philippines scores higher (67 vs 56 of 100).
Metric Pakistan Philippines
Price level (US=100) 24.0 34.3
GDP / capita (PPP) $6,252 $11,794
GNI / capita (PPP) $6,100 $13,330
Inflation (YoY) 12.6% 3.2%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Pakistan Philippines
Housing & utilities 33 58
Food 59 92
Transport 54 76
Restaurants & hotels 35 48
Health 28 50
Communication 35 107
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Pakistan Philippines
Quality-of-life score 56/100 67/100
Life expectancy 68 yrs 70 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 4.3 4.3
Internet users 57% 67%
Frequently asked
Is Pakistan more expensive than Philippines?
Philippines is more expensive: about 30% pricier than Pakistan overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Philippines?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Pakistan would cost roughly $143,000 in Philippines, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Pakistan or Philippines?
Philippines scores higher, 67 vs 56 out of 100.
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