Is Quezon City more expensive than Santa Cruz?

Quezon City is 0.3% more expensive than Santa Cruz overall. Rent is 22.9% lower, groceries 25.1% more expensive, and restaurants 20.2% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Santa Cruz or Quezon City?

Santa Cruz has a purchasing power index of 47.5 while Quezon City has 43.4 (NYC = 100). Santa Cruz offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇧🇴 Santa Cruz vs 🇵🇭 Quezon City

2026

Quezon City is 0.3% more expensive

Category	🇧🇴 Santa Cruz	🇵🇭 Quezon City	Difference
Cost of Living	31.9	32.0	+0.3%
Rent	9.6	7.4	-22.9%
Groceries	30.3	37.9	+25.1%
Restaurants	26.3	21.0	-20.2%
Purchasing Power	47.5	43.4	-8.6%

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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