Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this video I break down my REAL monthly expenses living in the Philippines and compare the cost of living in a studio apartment versus renting a house.
• The difference between basic living and living comfortably
A lot of people ask how much money you actually need to live here, and the answer depends on your lifestyle. Some expats live very cheaply while others spend much more for comfort and convenience.
This is my final monthly budget update and hopefully it gives you a realistic look at what life in the Philippines actually costs in 2026.
If you enjoy honest expat life content, subscribe for more videos about life, travel, business, and culture in the Philippines.
In this video I break down my REAL monthly expenses living in the Philippines and compare the cost of living in a studio apartment versus renting a house.
• The difference between basic living and living comfortably
A lot of people ask how much money you actually need to live here, and the answer depends on your lifestyle. Some expats live very cheaply while others spend much more for comfort and convenience.
This is my final monthly budget update and hopefully it gives you a realistic look at what life in the Philippines actually costs in 2026.
If you enjoy honest expat life content, subscribe for more videos about life, travel, business, and culture in the Philippines.
