Manila, Philippines
-28% vs Manila avgValenzuela is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Manila, with a cost of living index of 19.3 — that is -28% compared to the Manila average. Ranked #20 of 20, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around ₱20,196/month, compared to a range of ₱20,196 in Valenzuela to ₱35,904 in Makati (CBD).
For a typical resident of Valenzuela, housing takes up roughly 26% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 18%, while transportation costs around 10%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately ₱807,831 before tax.
Salaries in Valenzuela reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 19.3:
After tax and deductions of 18.0% in Philippines, take-home pay for someone earning ₱807,831 would be roughly ₱662,422/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.
Estimated annual deductions on a ₱812,039 salary in Valenzuela, Manila (local employee).
Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.
What a $75,000 USD salary in Valenzuela would need to be elsewhere:
| City | Currency | Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| New York | USD | $14,475 |
| London | GBP | £12,457 |
| Dubai | AED | AED 72,430 |
| Neighborhood | COLI | Multiplier | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Makati (CBD) | 34.3 | 1.28x | +28% |
| BGC (Taguig) | 33.5 | 1.25x | +25% |
| Rockwell | 32.7 | 1.22x | +22% |
| Alabang | 29.5 | 1.10x | +10% |
| Ortigas | 28.9 | 1.08x | +8% |
See exactly what you need to earn in Valenzuela, Manila to maintain your lifestyle.
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Valenzuela is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Manila. It costs about -28% less than the city average, ranking #20 out of 20 neighborhoods.
The cost of living in Valenzuela is well below the Manila average. With a multiplier of 0.72x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -28% compared to the city baseline.