Cost of Living in Panglao
For one person, living costs in Panglao are estimated at $817 a month, including rent and utilities, which take about half of the total. Other living expenses average about $14 a day.
How much you'll spend in Panglao
Real prices from locals and on-the-ground checks – rent, groceries, transit and the daily extras. Here's what a month in Panglao actually costs, broken down by who's living it.
A single person spends around $817 per month with rent, or $415 for everyday expenses alone.
A couple spends around $1,137 per month with rent, or $711 for everyday expenses alone.
A family of three spends around $1,456 per month with rent, or $1,007 without housing.
Overall, Panglao is 39–48% below the global median across household types. Within Asia, costs are 23% below average – relatively affordable for the region.
CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.
Last update: October 11, 2026
Cost Breakdown
Groceries cost around $183 per month for one person. A mid-range dinner for two is priced at $24.00 – well below the Asian average of $36.00.
A monthly public transport pass costs about $11.32 – among the cheapest in Asia (average $33.00).
Cost Highlights
Local beer is cheaper than 93% of cities in Asia
Imported beer is cheaper than 90% of cities in Asia
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