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๐ต๐ญTotal ScoreDigital nomad
Manila
Philippines ยท Asia
$800/mo ยท Pop. 1.8M
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Chaotic but English-friendly. Rock-bottom costs and a thriving BPO industry.
Full Score Breakdown
Detailed scores across 12 categories and 200+ factors for Manila. Each line is one factor (0โ100).
Economic Factors
66/100Employment & Income54
- Job Market Strength54
- Salary Levels36
- Freelance/Remote Work Market67
- Entrepreneurship Environment59
Cost Factors82
- Housing Costs87
- Daily Living Costs91
- Transportation Costs86
- Entertainment Costs87
- Healthcare Costs81
- Education Costs63
Economic Environment56
- Tax Rates61
- Business Regulations41
- Economic Stability56
- Currency Stability49
- Banking System71
Quality of Life
55/100Healthcare73
- Healthcare Quality65
- Healthcare Accessibility69
- Healthcare Affordability84
- English-Speaking Medical Staff91
- Mental Health Services49
- Dental Care77
Education64
- School Quality51
- International Schools77
- Universities71
- Language Schools64
- Vocational Training57
Safety & Environment35
- Crime Rates37
- Personal Safety36
- Political Stability61
- Natural Disaster Risk17
- Air Quality23
- Water Quality31
- Noise Pollution37
Climate & Nature54
- Climate Suitability59
- Sunshine Hours71
- Rainfall Patterns41
- Natural Beauty56
- Green Spaces41
- Beach/Water Access51
- Mountains/Hiking61
Infrastructure & Connectivity
59/100Transportation50
- Public Transport Quality39
- Public Transport Coverage61
- Public Transport Affordability91
- Bike Infrastructure24
- Walkability47
- Traffic Congestion29
- Driving Conditions31
- Taxi/Rideshare81
- Car Ownership Necessity43
Connectivity60
- Airport Connectivity69
- Airport Distance78
- Train Connections34
- Bus Connections71
- Ferry Connections49
Digital Infrastructure72
- Internet Speed77
- Internet Reliability71
- Internet Cost87
- Mobile Network Quality77
- Coworking Spaces71
- Public WiFi51
Housing & Living Spaces
71/100Housing Market70
- Rental Availability71
- Rental Costs86
- Purchase Prices77
- Housing Quality64
- Housing Variety69
- Landlord Regulations54
Neighborhoods72
- Neighborhood Diversity71
- Expat/International Areas81
- Gentrification Trends57
- Proximity to Amenities77
Daily Life & Services
75/100Shopping & Retail80
- Supermarket Availability81
- Shopping Mall Quantity87
- Shopping Mall Quality81
- International Brands77
- Local Markets84
- Opening Hours74
- E-commerce77
Food & Dining81
- Restaurant Variety87
- Restaurant Quality71
- Restaurant Affordability91
- Cafรฉ Culture67
- Street Food91
- Alcohol Availability71
- Food Delivery87
Essential Services70
- Pharmacy Density81
- 24-Hour Pharmacies61
- Medicine Availability77
- Postal Services51
- Banking Services77
- Laundry Services74
- Repair Services67
- Hair Salons/Barbers84
- Pet Services61
Utilities & Connectivity66
- Electricity Reliability61
- Water Reliability67
- Utility Costs87
- Heating/Cooling64
- Waste Management51
Cultural & Social Life
67/100Culture & Entertainment63
- Museums & Galleries57
- Historical Sites74
- Theaters & Performing Arts61
- Music Scene67
- Cinema Options74
- Libraries54
- Art Scene57
Social Life63
- Nightlife Quality67
- Nightlife Safety44
- Festival Calendar74
- Sports Culture67
- Social Clubs64
- Dating Scene67
- LGBTQ+ Scene57
Community77
- Local Friendliness87
- Expat Community Size77
- Expat Integration71
- Language Barriers81
- Cultural Events71
Professional & Career
64/100Business Environment65
- Industry Clusters64
- Major Companies61
- Startup Ecosystem61
- Coworking Culture74
- Professional Networking67
- Business Associations61
Work Environment65
- Work-Life Balance44
- Remote Work Acceptance67
- Internet for Work77
- Time Zone71
- Business Visa Options67
Market Opportunities58
- Client Base61
- Freelance Market67
- Competition Level47
Lifestyle & Pace
62/100Daily Rhythm63
- Pace of Life47
- Working Hours Culture51
- Dining Hours71
- Shop Opening Hours77
- Weekend Culture71
Lifestyle Options60
- Outdoor Lifestyle51
- Fitness Culture61
- Health Consciousness54
- Pet Friendliness57
- Family Orientation77
Tourism Impact63
- Tourist Volume64
- Tourism Seasonality71
- Tourist Infrastructure67
- Authenticity74
- Crowding41
Legal & Administrative
63/100Visa & Residency64
- Visa Requirements81
- Residency Options71
- Residency Process51
- Citizenship Pathway41
- Deportation Risk74
Administration59
- Bureaucracy Level37
- Digital Government54
- Document Requirements61
- Language Requirements84
- Legal System57
Rights & Freedoms66
- Freedom of Speech61
- Religious Freedom81
- Women's Rights71
- LGBTQ+ Rights57
- Worker Rights61
Family & Children
67/100Child-Friendly Infrastructure62
- Playgrounds61
- Kid Activities67
- Child Safety51
- Pediatric Care71
- Baby/Toddler Facilities61
Family Services71
- Childcare Availability71
- Childcare Costs84
- School Holidays64
- Extracurricular Activities67
- Family Housing71
Practical Considerations
62/100Transportation Costs60
- Fuel Prices67
- Gas Station Density81
- EV Infrastructure41
- Vehicle Costs44
- Vehicle Maintenance67
Special Services66
- Moving Services64
- Storage Facilities57
- Translation Services74
- Legal Services67
- Accounting Services67
Communication67
- Postal Reliability54
- Package Import57
- Language Learning74
- International Calling81
Emergency Services57
- Emergency Response51
- Emergency Healthcare67
- Emergency Numbers74
- Natural Disaster Preparedness37
Specific to Your Profile
65/100Remote Work Specific70
- Time Zone Alignment67
- Coworking Day Passes71
- Cafรฉ Laptop Culture71
- Video Call Quality77
- Tech Ecosystem64
Personal Circumstances63
- Citizenship Advantages54
- Partner Citizenship Advantages50
- Industry Presence59
- Language Skills84
- Religious/Cultural Fit69
- Dietary Requirements74
- Hobby Availability67
- Pet Import Rules44
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