Cost of Living in Siargao, Philippines
Siargao is a city in Philippines, where a single person can expect to spend about $680 per month including rent, food, and local transport. Internet is slow at around 27 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Siargao scores 72/100 — generally safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 88°F and winter highs around 84°F, with roughly 229 sunny days a year.
Detailed price-level data for Siargao is being compiled.
Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Siargao
How Siargao Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Siargao is cheaper than 93% of them, but sits in the bottom 2% for public transit.
| Metric | Siargao | World rank | Rank in Asia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $680 | #22 of 340 | #14 of 65 |
| Safety | 72/100 | #121 of 340 | #21 of 65 |
| Healthcare | 25/100 | #338 of 340 | #64 of 65 |
| Internet speed | 27 Mbps | #324 of 340 | #59 of 65 |
| Walkability | 35/100 | #281 of 340 | #49 of 65 |
| Public transit | 5/100 | #335 of 340 | #63 of 65 |
| Food scene | 62/100 | #283 of 340 | #62 of 65 |
| Air quality | 88/100 | #76 of 340 | #7 of 65 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Siargao
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Siargao.
- Dalat, Vietnam — $520/mo, 24% cheaper, safety 78/100
Siargao FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Siargao?
A single person should budget around $680 per month in Siargao, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.
Is Siargao safe?
Siargao scores 72/100 on safety, which is generally safe. Tourist safety is rated 75/100.
How fast is the internet in Siargao?
Median download speeds in Siargao are around 27 Mbps — slow for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 15 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Philippines offer a digital nomad visa?
Philippines does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 30 days visa-free.
What is the weather like in Siargao?
Siargao sees summer highs around 88°F and winter highs near 84°F, with about 229 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 104 days.
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