Calamba, Philippines
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)

$589

Retiree Score

70.0

Safety Index

56.9

Healthcare

30 facilities

Calamba boasts a population of 575,046, making it the second most populous city in the province of Laguna. However, the city's rapid growth and status as an industrial hub come with tradeoffs - bureaucracy is a persistent headache, and the tropical climate brings a lengthy rainy season. With its numerous hot spring resorts and status as the "Spring Resort Capital of the Philippines", Calamba may appeal to those seeking an escape from the capital, but its bustling urbanization is not for the faint of heart.

Can I afford Calamba?

Total Monthly Household Income (After Tax):

Lifestyle: comfortable

You could save

$2376 / month

Savings Rate79%

Rent $67

Living Costs $558

Safety

Healthcare

100

Walkability

Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L)$2

Bread (loaf)—

Eggs (12)$2

Rice (1kg)—

Chicken (1kg)—

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive)$4

Meal (Mid-range)$60

Cappuccino$2

Water (0.33L)—

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo)$147

Mobile Plan (mo)$29

Gym (mo)—

Cinema Ticket$5

Housing

1BR Center (mo)$67

1BR Outside (mo)—

3BR Center (mo)—

3BR Outside (mo)—

Expat Life

English Proficiency

—

Expat Community

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Top Neighborhoods

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Elevation

Nearest Airport

MNL (36km)

Local Economy

Avg Monthly Salary

$267

Mortgage Interest Rate

6.75%

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet

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Temperature

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Annual Rainfall

1927 mm

Coworking Spaces

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Best Months to Visit

May, Jun, Jul, Aug