Cost Of Living in Pasig 2025

cost of living chart - average monthly expenditure in Pasig

Average monthly spending for singles, couples, students, and families in Pasig

Whether you're living in Pasig or planning to move there, it is very important to know the cost of living and the prices of things. Here we list the average spending for the four main population groups.

Average Monthly Expenditure

Currency: PHP

6,100

79,000

790,000

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$110

$1,400

$14,000

Monthly Expenditure ▶ Single

Currency: PHP

7,600

54,000

360,000

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$140

$970

$6,500

Monthly Expenditure ▶ Couple

Currency: PHP

30,000

91,000

480,000

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$540

$1,600

$8,600

Monthly Expenditure ▶ Family

Currency: PHP

42,000

120,000

790,000

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$760

$2,200

$14,000

Monthly Expenditure ▶ Student

Currency: PHP

6,100

40,000

270,000

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$110

$720

$4,800

The figures displayed here are inclusive of everything: housing, travel, groceries, healthcare, etc.

Singles

The average monthly expense for a single person living in Pasig is 54,000 PHP. Expenses can range from 7,600 PHP at the minimum level to 360,000 PHP at the highest end.

Couples

The average monthly spending of couples in Pasig is 91,000 PHP. Expenditure can range from 30,000 PHP to 480,000 PHP per month.

Families

The average cost of living for families in Pasig is 120,000 PHP per month. Families spend anywhere from 42,000 PHP to 790,000 PHP.

Students

The average monthly expenditure for students in Pasig is 40,000 PHP. Students spend from 6,100 PHP to 270,000 PHP per month.

Spending behavior can change drastically from one person to another. It is best to consider the minimum, average, and maximum spending together.

Prices and cost of goods and services in Pasig

Chart showing the prices and cost of grocery, food, restaurant meals, market, and beverages in Pasig

Dining, food, and beverages costs

Fast food combo meal

75 PHP

150 PHP

250 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$1.3

$2.7

$4.5

Restaurant meal for one

260 PHP

390 PHP

780 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$4.6

$6.9

$14

Fine dining meal for one

520 PHP

780 PHP

3,100 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$9.2

$14

$55

Cappuccino or latte

63 PHP

100 PHP

150 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$1.1

$1.8

$2.7

Grocery and market costs

Milk large bottle

50 PHP

60 PHP

75 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$0.90

$1.1

$1.3

12 eggs

38 PHP

50 PHP

75 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$0.67

$0.90

$1.3

Fresh whole chicken

86 PHP

110 PHP

160 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$1.5

$2.8

Pack of beef

100 PHP

150 PHP

300 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$1.8

$2.7

$5.4

Medium bag of rice

41 PHP

55 PHP

79 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$0.72

$0.99

$1.4

Bag of tomatos

15 PHP

20 PHP

38 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$0.27

$0.36

$0.67

Bag of apples

27 PHP

35 PHP

58 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$0.48

$0.63

Chart showing the prices and cost of commute, travel, and transportation in Pasig

Commute, travel, and transportation costs

20 minutes taxi ride

65 PHP

78 PHP

160 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$1.2

$1.4

$2.8

Average car full tank

380 PHP

500 PHP

1,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$6.7

$18

Average car 1-day rental

400 PHP

530 PHP

800 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$7.1

$9.5

$14

Average car price

190,000 PHP

380,000 PHP

500,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$3,400

$6,700

$9,000

Bus ticket one way

13 PHP

20 PHP

40 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$0.24

$0.36

$0.71

Car Service

530 PHP

800 PHP

1,600 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$9.5

$14

$29

Chart showing the prices and cost of utility, energy, water, and gas for a family in Pasig

Utility cost (monthly)

Utility Bill - Individual

460 PHP

3,300 PHP

22,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$8.2

$58

$390

Utility Bill - Couple

1,200 PHP

4,100 PHP

27,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$22

$73

$480

Utility Bill - Family

2,100 PHP

6,100 PHP

39,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$38

$110

$700

Internet and cable

380 PHP

750 PHP

1,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$6.7

$13

$18

Mobile phone charges

300 PHP

500 PHP

1,500 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$5.4

$27

Leisure and activities costs

Movie ticket

190 PHP

250 PHP

380 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$3.4

$4.5

$6.7

One month gym membership

640 PHP

800 PHP

1,600 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$11

$14

$29

Chart showing the prices and cost of clothing and accessories in Pasig

Cloths and accessories costs

Pair of jeans or pants

470 PHP

670 PHP

1,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$8.4

$12

$18

Woman dress

440 PHP

610 PHP

2,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$7.9

$11

$36

Woman shoes

420 PHP

570 PHP

1,300 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$7.5

$10

$24

Men's shoes

360 PHP

440 PHP

890 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$6.5

$7.9

$16

Men suit

400 PHP

500 PHP

2,700 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$7.1

$8.9

$48

Regular t-shirt

200 PHP

270 PHP

800 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$3.6

$4.8

$14

Chart showing the prices and cost of housing, accommodation, and rent in Pasig

Housing costs / monthly rent

Studio apartment

6,700 PHP

10,000 PHP

27,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$120

$180

$480

1-bedroom apartment

10,000 PHP

16,000 PHP

40,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$180

$290

$710

2-bedroom apartment

13,000 PHP

20,000 PHP

53,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$240

$360

$950

Housing costs / Buying

Studio apartment

1.3M PHP

2M PHP

4M PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$24,000

$36,000

$71,000

1-bedroom apartment

1.6M PHP

2.7M PHP

10M PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$29,000

$48,000

$180,000

2-bedroom apartment

2.7M PHP

8M PHP

16M PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$48,000

$140,000

$290,000

Chart showing the prices and cost of furniture in Pasig

Furniture Costs

King Size Bed

7,500 PHP

9,400 PHP

13,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$130

$170

$220

Double Bed

5,000 PHP

7,500 PHP

9,400 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$90

$130

$170

Single Bed

4,400 PHP

5,800 PHP

7,500 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$79

$100

$130

Living Room

8,400 PHP

11,000 PHP

38,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$150

$190

$670

Dining Table

3,800 PHP

5,000 PHP

9,400 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$67

$90

$170

Sofa or Couch

5,000 PHP

6,900 PHP

15,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$90

$120

$270

Chart showing the prices and cost of electronic devices and appliances in Pasig

Electronics and House Appliance Costs

TV Set

5,000 PHP

7,500 PHP

15,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$90

$130

$270

Fridge or Freezer

4,400 PHP

6,900 PHP

9,400 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$79

$120

$170

Washing Machine

5,800 PHP

8,400 PHP

15,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$100

$150

$270

Stove or Cooker

5,400 PHP

6,900 PHP

9,400 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$96

$120

$170

Mobile Phone

6,300 PHP

7,500 PHP

11,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$110

$130

$190

Laptop or Computer

6,900 PHP

8,400 PHP

15,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$120

$150

$270

Expenditure to Income Ratio in Pasig

One of the most definite ways to determine how affordable a place is measuring the ratio of expenses to salary. A high expense-to-income to ratio indicates a high cost-of-living index while a low expenditure-to-salary ratio means the place is affordable to live in.

Spending to Income Ratio

91%

83% to 100%

( expenditure / income ) x 100

Expense to income distribution levels

Spending To Income Ratio	% People
< 50%	4%
50% - 60%	9%
60% - 70%	15%
70% - 80%	25%
80% - 90%	20%
90% - 100%	11%
100% - 110%	6%
110% - 120%	4%
120% - 130%	3%
130% - 140%	2%
> 140%	2%

Interpretation and Analysis

The average spending-to-salary ratio in Pasig is 91% This means that on average, people spend around 91% of their income for living. According to the distribution table, 15% of the population spend approximately 60% to 70% of their income every month.

How can spending be more than income?

A value higher than 100% means that the expenditure of those people is higher than their income. They are spending more than what they earn. This is possible in two scenarios. They are either borrowing from their savings to survive or they are borrowing from other sources (relatives, friends, banks, etc.). More about this in the debt section.

Individual
82%
Spending-Income-Ratio

75%

90%

Couple
86%
Spending-Income-Ratio

79%

95%

Family
95%
Spending-Income-Ratio

87%

110%

Distribution of monthly cost of living expenses in Pasig

How do people spend their money in Pasig?

We asked thousands of people about their spending habits and expenditure breaks. Below are their answers.

The percentage figures in this section are percentages of total spending not income. If you would like to see the percentage of expenses as related to income or salary, see other sections.

Housing Expenditure24%

24% of total expenses on average (13% to 32%)

LOW	$32 1,800 PHP
AVERAGE	$420 24,000 PHP
HIGH	$4,200 240,000 PHP
	Per Month

People living in Pasig typically spend from 13% to 32% of their total monthly expenditure on housing with 24% being the average. The average spend on housing is 24,000 PHP with expenditure ranging from 1,800 PHP to 240,000 PHP. This cost mainly goes for rent but it also includes other accommodation-related expenses. Housing costs are highest for families and lowest for students as expected.

Utilities, Electricity, Water, Internet, Mobile8%

8% of total expenses on average (5% to 12%)

LOW	$5.4 300 PHP
AVERAGE	$70 3,900 PHP
HIGH	$700 39,000 PHP
	Per Month

Utility expenditure like electricity, water, and gas in Pasig ranges from 5% to 12% of total expenses with 8% being the average. The average monthly cost of utilities is 3,900 PHP with 300 PHP and 39,000 PHP being the upper and lower limits.

Transport, Fuel, Commute7%

7% of total expenses on average (3% to 11%)

LOW	$11 610 PHP
AVERAGE	$140 7,900 PHP
HIGH	$1,400 79,000 PHP
	Per Month

Fuel consumption and cost of transport depend heavily on whether you live near your work or school, but roughly speaking you would expect to spend from 610 PHP to 79,000 PHP on commuting with 7,900 PHP being the norm for most people in one month. This means that money spent on transport constitutes about 7% of total spending on average but can go as low as 3% or as high as 11%.

Food and Groceries Cost28%

28% of total expenses on average (20% to 34%)

LOW	$27 1,500 PHP
AVERAGE	$350 20,000 PHP
HIGH	$3,500 200,000 PHP
	Per Month

The average outlay on groceries in a month in Pasig is 20,000 PHP. The cost of groceries can range between 1,500 PHP to 200,000 PHP. People spend on average about 28% on food and groceries with upper and lower bounds of 20% and 34% respectively.

Healthcare and Medical Services10%

10% of total expenses on average (5% to 13%)

LOW	$7.6 420 PHP
AVERAGE	$98 5,500 PHP
HIGH	$980 55,000 PHP
	Per Month

People in Pasig allocate 5% to 13% of their total monthly expenditure to healthcare including health insurance and out-of-pocket medical expenses. The average spending is around 10%. The range of medical expenses range from 420 PHP to 55,000 PHP with 5,500 PHP being the norm.

Leisure and Shopping4%

4% of total expenses on average (2% to 8%)

LOW	$4.3 240 PHP
AVERAGE	$56 3,100 PHP
HIGH	$560 31,000 PHP
	Per Month

This category mostly contains discretionary or non-essential expenses but also some non-discretionary spending like furniture for example. The monthly expenses range from 240 PHP to 31,000 PHP with 3,100 PHP being the average. Speaking of percentages, that equates to 2% to 8% of total expenses with an average of 4% for most residents.

Education and Schooling5%

5% of total expenses on average (3% to 11%)

LOW	$6.5 360 PHP
AVERAGE	$84 4,700 PHP
HIGH	$840 47,000 PHP
	Per Month

Spending on education can vary drastically between different people. While working singles can spend 0% on education, families and students' expenditure can reach up to 22%. On average, education constitutes 5% of the monthly expenditure with 3% and 11% being the lower and upper bounds respectively. The average reported education cost is 4,700 PHP per month with 360 PHP being the minimum spent amount and 47,000 PHP being the maximum.

Other Expenses14%

14% of total expenses on average (9% to 21%)

LOW	$14 790 PHP
AVERAGE	$180 10,000 PHP
HIGH	$1,800 100,000 PHP
	Per Month

Percentage of people who manage to save money from their income every month in Pasig

How much money can you save in Pasig every month?

We asked thousands of people what percentage of their income can they save in a month. Below are the answers.

What percentage of people in Pasig manage to save money from their income every month?

Saving Money

61%

Not Saving

39%

Almost 61% of the surveyed people in Pasig said that they can save some money at the end of each month while 39% said that aren't saving anything.

Percentage of people saving money by population group in Pasig

Group	Savers	Non Savers
Singles	65%	35%
Couples	60%	40%
Families	54%	46%

Savings-to-Income Ratio

The savings-to-income ratio is measured as the percentage of income that people save over a specific period and it is simply calculated by dividing the saved money by total income and then multiplying the result by 100. (Savings / Income) x 100.

Saving to Income Ratio

12%

20% of income

33%

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

Average Monthly Saved Amount

1,900 PHP
$35

25,000 PHP
$450

250,000 PHP
$4,500

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

For most people, 12% to 33% of their monthly income is what they can allocate to their savings, with 20% being the average. The amount of money that people can save is approximately 25,000 PHP on average with savings ranging from 1,900 PHP to 250,000 PHP.

65% of surveyed singles reported some of their income going to savings while 60% of couples said the same. 54% of families confirmed their ability to save money.

How much money do people actually save in Pasig?

The amount of money that people can afford to save depends hugely on their income. It is better to focus on the percentage when trying to understand saving patterns.

Singles

Saving to Income Ratio

15%

25% of income

35%

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

Average Monthly Saved Amount

1,900 PHP
$35

17,000 PHP
$310

120,000 PHP
$2,100

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

Savings to income distribution levels for singles

Saving To Income Ratio	% Singles
0% - 10%	32%
10% - 20%	25%
20% - 30%	16%
30% - 40%	13%
40% - 50%	10%
> 50%	4%

Interpretation and Analysis

Singles who can afford to save reported that they allocate from 15% to 35% of their monthly income to savings, with 25% being the average for most singles. The average amount of money that singles are able to save is 17,000 PHP with 1,900 PHP and 120,000 PHP being the minimum and maximum respectively.

Couples

Saving to Income Ratio

13%

22% of income

34%

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

Average Monthly Saved Amount

9,700 PHP
$170

29,000 PHP
$520

150,000 PHP
$2,800

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

Savings to income distribution levels for couples

Saving To Income Ratio	% Couples
0% - 10%	36%
10% - 20%	27%
20% - 30%	19%
30% - 40%	8%
40% - 50%	7%
> 50%	3%

Interpretation and Analysis

Couples who confirmed their ability to save reported saving equivalent to 13% to 34% of their monthly income, with 22% being the average for most couples. The average amount of money that couples can save is 29,000 PHP with 9,700 PHP and 150,000 PHP being the minimum and maximum respectively.

Families

Saving to Income Ratio

11%

19% of income

31%

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

Average Monthly Saved Amount

14,000 PHP
$240

39,000 PHP
$690

250,000 PHP
$4,500

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

Savings to income distribution levels for families

Saving To Income Ratio	% Families
0% - 10%	39%
10% - 20%	30%
20% - 30%	20%
30% - 40%	5%
40% - 50%	4%
> 50%	2%

Interpretation and Analysis

Families in Pasig can save anywhere between 11% to 31% of their monthly income, with 19% being the average for most families. The average amount of money that families can put aside is 39,000 PHP with 14,000 PHP and 250,000 PHP being the minimum and maximum respectively.

Saving Challenges in Pasig

Reasons that make it difficult for people to save money

We wanted to understand what is stopping people from maximizing their savings in Pasig. Listed below are the answers given by the survey participants.

Reason	% People
Low Income	5%
High Expenses	8%
Debt and Loans	14%
Lack of Budgeting Skills	12%
Impulsive Spending	11%
Financial Emergencies	7%
Living the moment	5%
Will do it later	21%
Inflation	13%
Social Pressure	3%
Market Instability	2%

Around 5% of the people said that their salary is too low to accommodate a portion for savings while 8% said that the high cost of living leaves little room for savings. 14% of the residents said that they are burdened with debt and find it challenging to save money. 12% reported that they just don't have the knowledge or discipline to create and stick to a budget, leading to overspending and an inability to save. 11% blamed impulsive spending as the reason for saving inability. Around 7% said that unexpected expenses like medical bills or car repairs are derailing their savings goals. 5% bluntly said that they don't see the purpose of it and prefer to live each day to the fullest. 21% reported that they understand the value of saving but are putting off saving for the future, thinking they have plenty of time to start later. 13% blamed inflation, saying that every time they save some money they end up using it immediately. A surprising 3% said that social pressure and keeping up with peers or social expectations makes them overspend. Lastly, 2% blamed market instability and price fluctuations.

Typical saving choices for people in Pasig

Where do people choose to put their savings?

Saving Type	% People
Emergency Funds	12%
Gold	13%
Savings Accounts	17%
Retirement Accounts	10%
Cash Savings	20%
Real Estate	9%
Investment	5%
Stocks	4%
Bonds	5%
Mutual Funds	2%
Certificates of Deposit	3%

A typical and healthy budgeting structure

The 50/30/20 rule

Spending among different people can vary significantly based on factors such as their income, lifestyle, location, and personal preferences. A commonly used guideline for budgeting is the 50/30/20 rule, which suggests allocating your income into three main categories in the following percentages.

50% for needs and financial obligations
This category includes essential expenses like housing, utilities, groceries, transportation, and healthcare.
30% for wants and discretionary spending
This category covers discretionary spending on non-essential items, such as dining out, entertainment, travel, and other lifestyle choices.
20% for savings and emergency fund
This is the percentage that must be allocated to savings, emergency funds, and retirement accounts.

About financial planning, money management, and household budgeting

The 50/30/20 rule is used as a general guideline but may not be the best choice for all people. There are in fact many budgeting plans out there like the 70/20/10 and the 60/20/20 rules, all claiming to be the best. More important than all of this is to establish financial discipline by creating a budget tailored to your specific financial goals and situation. It is very important that your financial outflow be less than your income to maintain a healthy cash flow.

Affordable living in Pasig

Income and cost of living compatibility

We asked residents one simple question and recorded their answers.

Is it affordable or economical to live in Pasig?

Yes

58%

43%

Around 58% of surveyed residents think that living in Pasig is affordable with proper budgeting while 43% reported that it is just too expensive and not affordable even with frugality and thriftness.

How easily is cost-cutting. Are there plenty of low-cost options in Pasig

Low-cost alternatives in Pasig

People are always looking for ways to cut down expenses and reduce expenditures. The hallmark of any affordable place is the availability of discount stores, bargain deals, smart or secondhand shopping, refurbished items, and couponing. We asked residents how easily cost-cutting is and the answers were distributed as follows:

Plenty of low-cost options60%

Few low-cost options40%

Based on the survey, 60% of the people living in Pasig have no problem finding low-cost alternatives to support a frugal lifestyle while 40% think that thriftness is difficult due to scarcity in discount markets and secondhand outlets.

Emergency Funds

An emergency fund is a financial safety net comprised of easily accessible savings set aside to cover unexpected expenses or financial emergencies, typically amounting to three to six months' worth of living expenses. We asked residents of Pasig whether they have an emergency fund and the answers were as follows.

Yes55%

No45%

Based on the survey, 45% of the people living in Pasig said that they don't have an emergency fund while 55% said that they do.

Financial literacy and difficulty in budgeting and financial planning in Pasig

Financial Literacy in Philippines

Financial literacy is the knowledge of concepts and principles related to personal finance that allow individuals to make informed decisions regarding their money such as budgeting, saving, investing, borrowing, managing debt, financial risk management, and planning.

Financial Leteracy49%

We asked residents of Philippines whether they acquired any adequate personal financial training in their lives. Approximately 51% of the people who participated in the survey said that they are not well informed about the topics of budgeting, saving, etc., and just manage things based on their own experience, while 49% said that they know about the general principles of personal finance from sources other than their own experience.

Difficulty in Budgeting and Financial Planning

We wanted to understand whether residents of Philippines have problems or difficulties in managing their expenditures and savings so we asked people one simple question: do you struggle with your personal finances? 47% of the participants reported that they indeed struggle in creating budgets and in organizing their finances while 53% said that they have everything under control.

Struggles with finance47%

Easily manages finances53%

Financial goals and targets of people living in Pasig

Financial goals of people in Pasig

In an attempt to understand the economic situation in Pasig, we asked participants about their financial targets. By knowing what the population in general is trying to achieve, we can shed light on the economic outlook, cost of living, and quality of life in general.

Financial Goal	% People
Emergency Fund	8%
Debt Reduction	42%
Retirement Savings	10%
Education Funding	7%
Homeownership	18%
Investing	7%
Travel or Lifestyle	7%
Healthcare Expenses	13%
Financial Independence	5%

Around 8% of those who participated in the survey said that their main goal is to establish an emergency fund to cover unexpected expenses while 42% said their number one priority is to pay off high-interest debt or loans and improve credit. 10% of surveyed people confirmed that saving for retirement to ensure a comfortable lifestyle in the final years is their main target. Around 7% reported that their priority is saving for the tuition fees and education costs of their children while 18% choose to buy a home or pay off existing mortgage before other things. 7% of the population would like to build wealth through investments such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, or real estate. For 7% of people, saving for vacations or upgrading their lifestyle is the number one concern. Approximately 13% of the residents said that saving for healthcare expenses including insurance premiums is their main goal.

Retirement, pension plans, and life after work in Pasig

What does the retirement lifestyle look like in Pasig and how much retirement savings are required?

Retirement age

The retirement age for most employees in Philippines is 65 years. Specific retirement ages can vary based on factors like occupation, gender, years of contribution, and location. It is not entirely unlikely for people to retire either before or after this age.

Retirement planning and savings

There are many retirement saving options, some are personally initiated and others are government-sponsered. Regardless of the source of savings, the minimum amount of money that needs to be put aside to ensure a peaceful and comfortable retirement at each age can be found in the table below. This data is largely approximated and can vary drastically based on individual needs and situations. Treat these figures as a general guideline.

The typical saved amount of money you should have at every age as multiples of monthly salary:

Age	Amount
25	5x monthly salary at age 25
30	10x monthly salary at age 30
35	15x monthly salary at age 35
40	25x monthly salary at age 40
45	32x monthly salary at age 45
50	48x monthly salary at age 50
55	56x monthly salary at age 55
60	64x monthly salary at age 60
65	78x monthly salary at age 65

The typical average saved amount of money you should have at every age in Pasig:

Age	Amount
25	210,000 PHP
30	420,000 PHP
35	730,000 PHP
40	1M PHP
45	1.6M PHP
50	2.2M PHP
55	2.6M PHP
60	3.2M PHP
65	3.8M PHP

Retirement Income Distribution

We asked residents of Pasig about their retirement income sources and below are the results.

Source	% People
Pensions	12%
Savings	23%
Investments	12%
Social Security	7%
Annuities	7%
Part-time Job	14%
Real Estate	18%
Dividends and Interest	7%

Retirement Monthly Expenses in Pasig

4,500 PHP
$80

40,000 PHP
$720

270,000 PHP
$4,800

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

Debt, loans, and mortgages in Pasig

Percentage of people who are in debt

In Debt

32%

Debt Free

68%

According to the survey, 32% of the people in Pasig have some kind of debt, loan, mortgage, or credit card payments while 68% reported that they don't have financial obligations to banks.

Debt-to-income ratio in Pasig

Debt to income ratio

32%

23% to 42%

( monthly debt payment / monthly income ) x 100

Interpretation

The debt-to-income ratio measures the percentage of income being paid as debt settlement across the population. It is calculated by dividing the monthly debt settlement payment of an individual by their monthly income. Based on collected data, approximately 32% of the people's monthly income in Pasig goes to debt settlement.

Debt levels

Monthly debt settlement payment as percentage of monthly income

Debt-to-income ratio	% People
> 60%	3%
50% - 60%	18%
40% - 50%	14%
30% - 40%	16%
20% - 30%	11%
10% - 20%	12%
0% - 10%	26%

According to our data, 3% of the debtors in Pasig pay 60%+ of their income as debt settlement while 18% of the people pay 50% to 60% of their income for the same, which is quite an alarming financial situation for those individuals. 14% of people in debt dedicate 40% to 50% of their income to loan and mortgage payments while 16% dedicated 30% to 40% of income for same. Things are looking brighter for 11% of individuals as they only pay 20% to 30% of their income for loan and credit card repayment.

Distribution by type of debt in Pasig

Debt	% People
Real Estate Mortgage	9%
Auto Loan	16%
Student Loan	4%
Credit Card	29%
Personal Loan	43%

9% of debtors in Pasig confirm that real estate mortgages constitutes the main part of their outstanding debt while 29% say that credit card payments are the reason they are in debt. Auto loans were the main type of debt for 16% of people and personal loans rose at 43%. Lastly, student loans are the main source of debt for 4% of debtors in Pasig.

About credit score and debt management

Managing debt is a critical aspect of maintaining a favorable credit score. Debt reduction is the first thing you should do improve your financial situation. Getting rid of debt takes precedence over saving money because of interest rates.

Good debt vs. Bad debt

Not all debt is bad. Good debt typically refers to borrowing money for investments that can increase in value or generate income over time like purchasing a home or acquiring student loans. On the other hand, bad debt involves borrowing for things that fail to generate lasting value like high-interest credit card debt used for non-essential expenses like luxury items or vacations.

Loan Affordability Index in Pasig

Besides measuring the loan-to-income ratio, we asked residents of Pasig how many times in a year they defaulted or were unable to pay their due credit card or loan payments on time. Understanding how often people default on their due payments is one of the indicators of the cost of living and economic situation.

Frequency and percentage of people who failed to pay their monthly credit card or loan payments on time last year.

Frequency	% People
Never	51%
Once a year	24%
Twice a year	13%
Three times a year	9%
Four times a year	4%

Housing and accommodation affordability, property price to income ratio, rent to income ratio, and housing affordability index chart in Pasig

Housing costs, accommodation, and housing affordability in Pasig

Rental costs and house/apartment prices can vary drastically between different areas and locations.

Rent Cost in Pasig

Monthly Rent Prices

Studio apartment monthly rent cost

6,700 PHP

10,000 PHP

27,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$120

$180

$480

1-bedroom apartment monthly rent cost

10,000 PHP

16,000 PHP

40,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$180

$290

$710

2-bedroom apartment monthly rent cost

13,000 PHP

20,000 PHP

53,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$240

$360

$950

3-bedroom apartment monthly rent cost

16,000 PHP

27,000 PHP

73,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$290

$480

$1,300

Furnished apartment monthly rent cost

32,000 PHP

80,000 PHP

160,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$570

$1,400

$2,900

Townhouse monthly rent cost

27,000 PHP

40,000 PHP

110,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$480

$710

$2,000

House monthly rent cost

32,000 PHP

80,000 PHP

160,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$570

$1,400

$2,900

Villa monthly rent cost

40,000 PHP

100,000 PHP

160,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$710

$1,800

$2,900

The monthly rental cost of a studio apartment in Pasig ranges between 6,700 PHP and 27,000 PHP, meanwhile the cost of monthly rental of a one-bedroom apartment can be anywhere from 10,000 PHP to 40,000 PHP. Two-bedroom rentals rate ranges between 13,000 PHP and 53,000 PHP per month. The monthly rental for a three-bedroom apartment ranges from 16,000 PHP to 73,000 PHP. The average rent of a townhouse in Pasig is around 40,000 PHP while house rental costs can be as high as 80,000 PHP per month. Finally, if you want to rent a villa, expect to pay anywhere from 40,000 PHP to 160,000 PHP per month.

Apartment and house prices in Pasig

Cost of buying a property

Studio apartment price

1.3M PHP

2M PHP

4M PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$24,000

$36,000

$71,000

1-bedroom apartment price

1.6M PHP

2.7M PHP

10M PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$29,000

$48,000

$180,000

2-bedroom apartment price

2.7M PHP

8M PHP

16M PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$48,000

$140,000

$290,000

3-bedroom apartment price

8.9M PHP

13M PHP

40M PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$160,000

$240,000

$710,000

Townhouse price

11M PHP

27M PHP

100M PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$200,000

$480,000

$1.8M

House price

13M PHP

80M PHP

110M PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$240,000

$1.4M

$2M

Villa price

16M PHP

89M PHP

130M PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$290,000

$1.6M

$2.4M

The average price of a studio apartment in Pasig can range from 1.3M PHP to 4M PHP depending on location. One bedroom cost can be anywhere from 1.6M PHP to 10M PHP. A villa can cost you 89M PHP on average with prices ranging from 16M PHP to 130M PHP.

If you're leasing or purchasing, housing costs in Pasig will probably constitute your biggest expenditure, yet it's an area where you wield considerable influence. This is due to the substantial variance in housing prices across communities. Keep in mind the location of your workplace and the accessibility of essential amenities to prevent negating the savings from lower rental rates with increased transportation expenses.

House / apartment prices to income ratio

Property price to income ratio

( average property price / average monthly income ) x 100

x110 monthly income

215

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

Property prices in Pasig can be x110 to x215 multiples of the monthly income depending on the property and the income of the person. On average, property prices are approximately x110 multiples of the average monthly salary in Pasig.

Rent to income ratio

( monthly rental / monthly income ) x 100

21%

32% of income

43%

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

The average rent-to-income ratio in Pasig is around 32%. This means that people pay 32% of their income for rent. Those figures can range from 21% to 43% depending on the salary, location, and type of property.

The housing-to-income ratio is a very important metric to evaluate and measure how affordable living is in a particular area, city, or country since housing comprises the biggest chunk of expenditure. A higher housing to income ratio means that the place is relatively expensive. The figure by itself does tell much. It only starts to make sense when comparing the housing to income ratio across different locations.

Housing affordability index

The housing affordability index measures how affordable accommodation is in a particular place. This can measured in multiple ways, the most common being housing expenditure to total expenditure ratio and the rent to income ratio. The housing expenditure ratio is a figure reported by individuals on the percentage they allocate for housing. Rent to income ratio is calculated by dividing the average monthly rent by the average income. Because these values are both percentages, we can find their average and get the best of the two worlds.

Housing Affordability Index

29%

Property Taxes

Real estate owners pay property taxes to local tax authorities, which are determined by the assessed value of their property. Typically, these taxes are paid once a year. Property tax funds contribute to community development, financing infrastructure improvements, public services, and local education initiatives.

FROM

AVERAGE

Home Maintenance Costs

Home maintenance costs encompass various expenses associated with the upkeep and repair of a residence. These expenditures include regular tasks such as lawn care, pest control, and HVAC system servicing, as well as occasional repairs and renovations like fixing leaks, painting, or replacing appliances.

120 PHP

1,600 PHP

16,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

Urban vs. rural living costs

Urban living typically entails higher housing and transportation costs due to demand and limited space, while rural areas generally offer lower housing expenses but may have higher prices for goods and services. The differnce in rental rates between urban areas and rural areas can be as high as 300% in some cases.

Monthly costs and expenses of energy and basic utilities in Pasig

Utilities expenditure can vary slightly between different areas and locations.

Energy, electricity, water, gas, internet, and mobile cost in Pasig

Utility Bill Cost / Electricity + Water + Gas / Individual

460 PHP

3,300 PHP

22,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$8.2

$58

$390

Utility Bill Cost / Electricity + Water + Gas / Couple

1,200 PHP

4,100 PHP

27,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$22

$73

$480

Utility Bill Cost / Electricity + Water + Gas / Family

2,100 PHP

6,100 PHP

39,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$38

$110

$700

Internet and cable cost

380 PHP

750 PHP

1,000 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$6.7

$13

$18

Mobile phone bill and charges

300 PHP

500 PHP

1,500 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$5.4

$27

Because most utility bills club electricity, water, and gas costs in one bill, we can't provide a breakup for each type of utility and will display electricity, gas, and water as single cost.

The average monthly expenditure for individuals on electricty, water, and gas in Pasig ranges between 460 PHP and 22,000 PHP with average being 3,300 PHP, meanwhile the expenditure of couples is slightly higher at 4,100 PHP with 1,200 PHP and 27,000 PHP being the upper and lower limits respectively. As expected, the energy and water consumption of families is the highest among the three groups with an average of 6,100 PHP. The cost of internet and WiFi is unchanged among the three groups and ranges from 380 PHP to 1,000 PHP with 750 PHP being the average internet bill. Finally, the average monthly mobile charges is around 500 PHP but can range between 300 PHP and 1,500 PHP depending on consumption. Mobile charges include both calling minutes as well as data packages.

Energy / Utility expense to income ratio

( monthly utility expenses / monthly income ) x 100

3.2%

6.4% of income

11%

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

The average utility-to-income ratio in Pasig is around 6.4%. This means that people pay 6.4% of their income for energy, water, internet, and mobile charges. Those figures can range from 3.2% to 11% depending on salary and location.

Food Prices, Dining Expenses, and Grocery Costs in Pasig

Grocery / Food expenditure and prices can vary drastically between different areas and locations.

Prices and cost of goods and services in Pasig

Dining out, food, and beverages costs. Price variations for common food items.

Fast food combo meal price

75 PHP

150 PHP

250 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$1.3

$2.7

$4.5

The average price of a regular combo meal at a fast food outlet or chain like McDonald's, Pizzahut, or KFC in Pasig is approximatly 150 PHP with meal cost ranging from 75 PHP to 250 PHP. The typical combo meal consists of a burger, french fries, and a drink.

Restaurant meal for one price

260 PHP

390 PHP

780 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$4.6

$6.9

$14

If you are planning to have a nice meal at a mid-range restaurant, expect to pay anywhere between 260 PHP and 780 PHP with 390 PHP being the average price of a plate for one person at a regular restaurant in Pasig.

Fine dining meal for one price

520 PHP

780 PHP

3,100 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$9.2

$14

$55

The price range of a meal at fine-dining restaurant is 520 PHP to 3,100 PHP with the average cost being 780 PHP for one person. This is what you would expect to pay a top-tier diner in Pasig.

Beverage prices, cappuccino, latte etc..

63 PHP

100 PHP

150 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$1.1

$1.8

$2.7

The average price of a regular beverage like cappuccino or latte at Starbucks, Costa, or similar coffee shops and cafes in Pasig is around 100 PHP. Price ranges between 63 PHP and 150 PHP depending on the type of beverage, the size, and optional add-ons.

Grocery and market costs

Large bottle of milk price

50 PHP

60 PHP

75 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$0.90

$1.1

$1.3

The average price of a large bottle of milk in Pasig is 60 PHP. The maximum what you would pay for milk is 75 PHP and the minimum being 50 PHP depending on the brand of milk and other properties.

12 eggs price

38 PHP

50 PHP

75 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$0.67

$0.90

$1.3

A dozen eggs costs around 50 PHP on average with 38 PHP and 75 PHP being the lower and upper limits respectively.

Fresh whole chicken price

86 PHP

110 PHP

160 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$1.5

$2.8

The price range of a fresh whole chicken in Pasig is between 86 PHP and 160 PHP depending on the size of the chicken and whether it is oraganic or not. The average price is approximatly 110 PHP.

Pack of beef price

100 PHP

150 PHP

300 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$1.8

$2.7

$5.4

The price of a regular pack of beef or meat is around 150 PHP. A pack of beef contains around 1Kg or 1lb depending on packing.

Medium bag of rice price

41 PHP

55 PHP

79 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$0.72

$0.99

$1.4

A bag of rice in Pasig costs around 55 PHP on average with prices rangeing between 41 PHP and 79 PHP depending on the brand and quality.

Bag of tomatos price

15 PHP

20 PHP

38 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$0.27

$0.36

$0.67

A bag of tomatoes costs anywhere from 15 PHP to 38 PHP. A bag of tomatoes denotes 1Kg or 1lb depending on location.

Bag of apples price

27 PHP

35 PHP

58 PHP

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

$0.48

$0.63

A bag of apples costs 35 PHP on average. A bag of apples denotes 1Kg or 1lb depending on location.

Grocery and food expenditure to income ratio

( monthly grocery expenses / monthly income ) x 100

19%

28% of income

34%

MINIMUM

AVERAGE

MAXIMUM

The average grocery-to-income ratio in Pasig is around 28%. This means that people spend 28% of their income on grocery and basic household items. The expenditure can range from 19% to 34% depending on salary and location.

Expenditure on food and grocery for every population group

A single person living alone spends approximately 8,700 PHP per month on grocery and food with expenditure fluctuating between 1,200 PHP and 58,000 PHP depending on location and the type of person. The average cost of food and groceries for a couple is around 13,000 PHP per month. That number can be get as low as 4,200 PHP or a high as 68,000 PHP. Families' spending on grocery ranges from 7,600 PHP to 140,000 PHP with the location, income, and size of the family being the most determinite factors.

SingleSpending habits, consumption analysis, and expenditure patterns for a single person living in Pasig

Housing cost for a single person30%

30% of total expenses on average (18% to 42%)

LOW	$49 2,800 PHP
AVERAGE	$350 20,000 PHP
HIGH	$2,300 130,000 PHP
	Per Month

Utilities, Electricity, Water, Internet, Mobile9%

9% of total expenses on average (5% to 14%)

LOW	$8.2 460 PHP
AVERAGE	$58 3,300 PHP
HIGH	$390 22,000 PHP
	Per Month

Transport and Fuel Cost5%

5% of total expenses on average (3% to 11%)

LOW	$11 610 PHP
AVERAGE	$78 4,400 PHP
HIGH	$520 29,000 PHP
	Per Month

Food and Groceries Cost19%

19% of total expenses on average (13% to 24%)

LOW	$22 1,200 PHP
AVERAGE	$160 8,700 PHP
HIGH	$1,000 58,000 PHP
	Per Month

Healthcare Cost12%

12% of total expenses on average (6% to 16%)

LOW	$12 690 PHP
AVERAGE	$88 4,900 PHP
HIGH	$580 33,000 PHP
	Per Month

Leisure and Shopping Expenditure2%

2% of total expenses on average (2% to 5%)

LOW	$6.8 380 PHP
AVERAGE	$49 2,700 PHP
HIGH	$320 18,000 PHP
	Per Month

Education Cost1%

1% of total expenses on average (0.00% to 3%)

LOW	$2.7 150 PHP
AVERAGE	$19 1,100 PHP
HIGH	$130 7,300 PHP
	Per Month

Other Expenses22%

22% of total expenses on average (14% to 26%)

LOW	$25 1,400 PHP
AVERAGE	$180 9,800 PHP
HIGH	$1,200 65,000 PHP
	Per Month

CoupleAverage monthly living expenditure breaks and spending patterns for couples in Pasig

Housing cost for a couple27%

27% of total expenses on average (20% to 37%)

LOW	$180 10,000 PHP
AVERAGE	$550 31,000 PHP
HIGH	$2,900 160,000 PHP
	Per Month

Utilities, Electricity, Water, Internet, Mobile8%

8% of total expenses on average (6% to 12%)

LOW	$22 1,200 PHP
AVERAGE	$73 4,100 PHP
HIGH	$480 27,000 PHP
	Per Month

Transport and Fuel Cost9%

9% of total expenses on average (3% to 14%)

LOW	$65 3,600 PHP
AVERAGE	$190 11,000 PHP
HIGH	$1,000 58,000 PHP
	Per Month

Food and Groceries Cost17%

17% of total expenses on average (12% to 22%)

LOW	$76 4,200 PHP
AVERAGE	$230 13,000 PHP
HIGH	$1,200 68,000 PHP
	Per Month

Healthcare Cost14%

14% of total expenses on average (8% to 18%)

LOW	$59 3,300 PHP
AVERAGE	$180 10,000 PHP
HIGH	$950 53,000 PHP
	Per Month

Leisure and Shopping Cost3%

3% of total expenses on average (1% to 6%)

LOW	$32 1,800 PHP
AVERAGE	$97 5,400 PHP
HIGH	$520 29,000 PHP
	Per Month

Education Cost1%

1% of total expenses on average (0.00% to 3%)

LOW	$11 610 PHP
AVERAGE	$32 1,800 PHP
HIGH	$170 9,700 PHP
	Per Month

Other Expenses21%

21% of total expenses on average (15% to 27%)

LOW	$92 5,100 PHP
AVERAGE	$280 15,000 PHP
HIGH	$1,500 82,000 PHP
	Per Month

FamilyAverage monthly expenses and break out of spending for families living in Pasig

Housing cost for a family26%

26% of total expenses on average (21% to 36%)

LOW	$240 14,000 PHP
AVERAGE	$690 39,000 PHP
HIGH	$4,500 250,000 PHP
	Per Month

Utilities, Electricity, Water, Internet, Mobile6%

6% of total expenses on average (4% to 9%)

LOW	$38 2,100 PHP
AVERAGE	$110 6,100 PHP
HIGH	$700 39,000 PHP
	Per Month

Transport and Fuel Expenses5%

5% of total expenses on average (3% to 7%)

LOW	$76 4,200 PHP
AVERAGE	$220 12,000 PHP
HIGH	$1,400 79,000 PHP
	Per Month

Food and Groceries Cost21%

21% of total expenses on average (14% to 27%)

LOW	$140 7,600 PHP
AVERAGE	$390 22,000 PHP
HIGH	$2,500 140,000 PHP
	Per Month

Healthcare Expenses11%

11% of total expenses on average (7% to 16%)

LOW	$68 3,800 PHP
AVERAGE	$220 12,000 PHP
HIGH	$1,100 63,000 PHP
	Per Month

Leisure and Shopping Cost2%

2% of total expenses on average (1% to 6%)

LOW	$38 2,100 PHP
AVERAGE	$110 6,100 PHP
HIGH	$700 39,000 PHP
	Per Month

Education Cost13%

13% of total expenses on average (6% to 21%)

LOW	$110 5,900 PHP
AVERAGE	$300 17,000 PHP
HIGH	$2,000 110,000 PHP
	Per Month

Other Expenses16%

16% of total expenses on average (9% to 21%)

LOW	$61 3,400 PHP
AVERAGE	$170 9,700 PHP
HIGH	$1,100 63,000 PHP
	Per Month

StudentCost of living and expenses break down for students living in Pasig

Housing costs for Student18%

18% of total expenses on average (13% to 24%)

LOW	$26 1,500 PHP
AVERAGE	$170 9,600 PHP
HIGH	$1,100 64,000 PHP
	Per Month

Utilities, Electricity, Water, Internet, and Mobile Expenses7%

7% of total expenses on average (5% to 11%)

LOW	$4.3 240 PHP
AVERAGE	$29 1,600 PHP
HIGH	$190 11,000 PHP
	Per Month

Transport and Fuel Cost4%

4% of total expenses on average (4% to 10%)

LOW	$7.6 420 PHP
AVERAGE	$50 2,800 PHP
HIGH	$330 19,000 PHP
	Per Month

Food and Groceries Expenditure23%

23% of total expenses on average (17% to 27%)

LOW	$22 1,200 PHP
AVERAGE	$140 8,000 PHP
HIGH	$950 53,000 PHP
	Per Month

Healthcare Cost9%

9% of total expenses on average (6% to 12%)

LOW	$6.5 360 PHP
AVERAGE	$43 2,400 PHP
HIGH	$290 16,000 PHP
	Per Month

Leisure and Shopping Cost2%

2% of total expenses on average (2% to 6%)

LOW	$5.4 300 PHP
AVERAGE	$36 2,000 PHP
HIGH	$240 13,000 PHP
	Per Month

Education Cost18%

18% of total expenses on average (11% to 23%)

LOW	$21 1,100 PHP
AVERAGE	$140 7,600 PHP
HIGH	$910 51,000 PHP
	Per Month

Other Expenses19%

19% of total expenses on average (13% to 25%)

LOW	$16 910 PHP
AVERAGE	$110 6,000 PHP
HIGH	$720 40,000 PHP
	Per Month

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