Is Davao more expensive than Quezon City?

Davao is 3.1% cheaper than Quezon City overall. Rent is 10.8% lower, groceries 11.3% cheaper, and restaurants 19.0% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Quezon City or Davao?

Quezon City has a purchasing power index of 43.4 while Davao has 22.3 (NYC = 100). Quezon City offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇵🇭 Quezon City vs 🇵🇭 Davao

2026

Davao is 3.1% cheaper

Category	🇵🇭 Quezon City	🇵🇭 Davao	Difference
Cost of Living	32.0	31.0	-3.1%
Rent	7.4	6.6	-10.8%
Groceries	37.9	33.6	-11.3%
Restaurants	21.0	25.0	+19.0%
Purchasing Power	43.4	22.3	-48.6%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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