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Bonifacio Global City, Philippines

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$938
Retiree Score
95.0
Safety Index
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Healthcare
447 facilities

Living in Bonifacio Global City is not the idyllic urban oasis it may appear. The 240-hectare mixed-use district, built on a former military base, is now home to the Philippine Stock Exchange and several multinational corporations. However, this glossy facade hides a persistent headache - a long-running territorial dispute over the area's jurisdiction. In 2023, Taguig was finally granted control over the 'Inner Fort' barangays that make up Bonifacio Global City, after a protracted legal battle with neighboring Makati. For those seeking a streamlined relocation, the bureaucratic squabbles plaguing this city may be a deterrent. Bonifacio Global City is best suited for those willing to navigate its administrative complexities in exchange for access to the Philippines' premier business hub.

Can I afford Bonifacio Global City?

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Bonifacio Global City

You could save

2,062/mo

Savings Rate69%

Monthly Costs

Rent $417
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$521

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
69/100
Retiree Score
(i)
95/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Philippines Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
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Safety
447
Healthcare
100
Walkability
100
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $3
Bread (loaf) *$1
Eggs (12) $2
Rice (1kg) *$0
Chicken (1kg) *$2

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$6
Meal (Mid-range) $88
Cappuccino $3
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $133
Mobile Plan (mo) $8
Gym (mo) *$50
Cinema Ticket $6

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $250
1BR Outside (mo) *$112
3BR Center (mo) $250
3BR Outside (mo) *$218

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
high
Expat Community
medium
Top Neighborhoods
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🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
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Temperature
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Annual Rainfall
1932 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug

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Bonifacio Global City has a population of approximately 100,000 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $1,042 per month in Bonifacio Global City, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $417/month.

The nearest airport to Bonifacio Global City is MNL, approximately 6km away.

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