Philippines vs Switzerland
Switzerland is about 69% pricier than Philippines overall, with a price level of 109.4 versus 34.3 (US = 100). The gap is widest in housing & utilities and narrowest in communication. On quality of life, Switzerland scores higher (97 vs 67 of 100).
Metric Philippines Switzerland
Price level (US=100) 34.3 109.4
GDP / capita (PPP) $11,794 $96,498
GNI / capita (PPP) $13,330 $91,110
Inflation (YoY) 3.2% 1.1%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Philippines Switzerland
Housing & utilities 58 287
Food 92 193
Transport 76 170
Restaurants & hotels 48 228
Health 50 225
Communication 107 189
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Philippines Switzerland
Quality-of-life score 67/100 97/100
Life expectancy 70 yrs 84 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 4.3 0.6
Internet users 67% 97%
Frequently asked
Is Philippines more expensive than Switzerland?
Switzerland is more expensive: about 69% pricier than Philippines overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Switzerland?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Philippines would cost roughly $319,000 in Switzerland, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Philippines or Switzerland?
Switzerland scores higher, 97 vs 67 out of 100.
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