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Philippines

Philippines

Current Index
93.2
vs World Average
-6.8%
Official (IMF + World Bank)

What this means for vanlife

Food in Philippines is close to the world average (index 93.2). Grocery costs are typical — budget as you normally would.

↑ Year-over-year change: +2.6% 2026

Index History

60 80 100 120 World = 100 2015 2018 2021 2024 2027
Index:

Based on World Bank ICP 2021, adjusted with IMF CPI

Compare with Philippines

Philippines
93.2
World (base = 100)
100

If you spend 100 at home:

100

Select home and destination countries to compare food costs

Similar Countries

Morocco 92.6 -7.4%
Bulgaria 92.4 -7.6%
Bih 92 -8%
Chile 92 -8%
Montenegro 95 -5%

More countries in Asia

India 58.2 -41.8%
Nepal 61 -39%
Tajikistan 62 -38%
Myanmar 63 -37%
Kyrgyzstan 65 -35%
Bangladesh 65 -35%

FAQ

Is food expensive in Philippines?

Food in Philippines is close to the world average. The VanBasket Index is 93.2 (world = 100).

How much should I budget for food in Philippines per month?

If the world average monthly food spend is $300, in Philippines you can expect to spend around $280. This is based on the VanBasket Index of 93.2 (world = 100).

How does Philippines compare to similar countries?

Philippines has a VanBasket Index of 93.2. Similar or nearby countries: Morocco, Bulgaria, Bih.

How often is the food price data for Philippines updated?

The index is updated monthly using IMF Consumer Price Index data. The baseline is from World Bank ICP 2021.

About the data: The VanBasket Index is based on World Bank ICP 2021 food price level data, adjusted monthly using IMF CPI. World average = 100. Index > 100 means food is more expensive than the global average. API for developers →

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