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    Davao

    Philippines, Asia
    1.7M people
    Asia/Manila
    Filipino
    Davao cityscape
    City
    Urban

    Davao

    Davao City is a highly urbanized city located in the Davao Region of the Philippines. It is the largest city in the country by land area and one of the most important economic centers in Mindanao.

    Tropical
    Safety
    70
    Security
    Cost
    60
    Living costs
    Healthcare
    65
    Medical
    30°
    L: 24°
    Best time to visitNovember
    Annual rainfall
    1500mm

    Cost of Living

    60
    Overall Cost
    45
    Rent Index
    55
    Groceries
    50
    Restaurants

    Monthly Rent (USD)

    1 Bedroom
    $300
    City center
    3 Bedroom
    $700
    City center
    Cost vs Global Average10% higher

    Healthcare System

    Quality Index
    Healthcare excellence
    65
    Good
    Good65
    0255075100
    Cost Index
    Healthcare affordability
    40
    Low Cost
    Poor40
    0255075100

    System Overview

    System Type
    Universal Healthcare
    Emergency Number
    911
    Hospital Density
    15
    per 100k people
    Life Expectancy
    Health Indicator
    71
    years
    Compared to global average (73 years)
    Excellent84
    0255075100
    Developing health systems

    Education & Family

    INTERNATIONAL
    10
    Schools
    MONTHLY
    $200
    Childcare

    Quality Scores

    Education Quality
    Schools and universities
    60
    Good
    Family Friendliness
    Child-friendly environment
    75
    Good

    Major Universities

    University of Southeastern Philippines
    Higher education institution
    Ateneo de Davao University
    Higher education institution

    Mobility & Transportation

    Public Transport
    Quality & coverage
    60
    Good
    Average60
    0255075100
    Walkability
    Pedestrian-friendly
    55
    Fair
    Average55
    0255075100
    Traffic Congestion
    High
    60 Index
    Average60
    0255075100

    Transportation Costs

    Public Transport
    $25
    per month
    Fuel
    $1
    per liter
    Taxi
    $0.5
    per km

    Universities

    University of Southeastern Philippines
    Nearby location
    Ateneo de Davao University
    Nearby location

    Airports

    Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DAV)
    Nearby location

    Work & Economy

    AVERAGE
    $1K
    Annual Salary
    SPEED
    20
    Mbps Internet
    SPACES
    15
    Coworking

    Work Environment Scores

    Job Market
    Professional opportunities
    65
    out of 100
    Good65
    0255075100
    Startup Ecosystem
    Professional opportunities
    55
    out of 100
    Average55
    0255075100
    Business Freedom
    Professional opportunities
    70
    out of 100
    Good70
    0255075100
    Work-Life Balance
    Average work hours per week
    40h

    Lifestyle & Culture

    Overall Culture Score

    Arts, heritage & cultural richness

    Excellent
    80
    Excellent80
    0255075100
    Cultural Diversity
    Multicultural environment
    80
    Excellent80
    0255075100
    Food Scene
    Restaurant quality & variety
    85
    Excellent85
    0255075100
    Entertainment
    Arts, events & activities
    70
    Good70
    0255075100
    Nightlife
    Bars, clubs & evening scene
    60
    Average60
    0255075100

    Language & Integration

    English Proficiency
    Moderate
    70
    Good70
    0255075100
    Language Barrier
    Moderate
    40
    Poor40
    0255075100

    Expat Community

    Community Size
    Unknown
    Integration Score
    60
    Average60
    0255075100

    Environment & Health

    HEALTHCARE
    65
    Health Index
    LIFESPAN
    71
    Years
    HOSPITALS
    15
    Per 100K

    Environmental Quality

    Air Quality
    Clean air quality
    40
    Fair
    Poor40
    0255075100
    Green Spaces
    Parks and nature access
    65
    Good
    Good65
    0255075100
    Noise Levels
    Peaceful environment
    50
    Fair
    Average50
    0255075100
    Air Quality Index
    Moderate air quality
    60

    Transportation & Mobility

    MONTHLY
    $25
    Public Transport
    PER LITER
    $1.00
    Fuel Cost
    PER KM
    $0.50
    Taxi Rate

    Mobility Scores

    Public Transport
    Buses, trains, metro
    60
    Good
    Walkability
    Pedestrian friendly
    55
    Fair
    Traffic Flow
    Commute efficiency
    40
    Fair

    Nearby Airports

    Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DAV)

    Location

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    Key Statistics

    1.7M
    Population
    60
    Cost Index
    20 Mbps
    Internet
    $0.3K
    1BR Rent
    60
    Transport
    $1K
    Avg Salary

    Quality of Life
    Small to Medium expat community

    70
    Overall Quality Score
    Very Good quality of life
    Overall Quality
    Life satisfaction
    70
    Very Good
    Good70
    0255075100
    Cultural Diversity
    Multicultural environment
    80
    Excellent
    Excellent80
    0255075100
    Food Scene
    Restaurants and cuisine
    85
    Outstanding
    Excellent85
    0255075100
    Entertainment
    Nightlife and activities
    70
    Very Good
    Good70
    0255075100
    English Proficiency
    Language accessibility
    70
    Very Good
    Good70
    0255075100
    Expat Integration
    Community inclusion
    60
    Good
    Average60
    0255075100
    Cultural Scene
    Rich cultural diversity with 80/100 score
    Food Culture
    Vibrant dining scene rated 85/100
    Entertainment
    70/100 entertainment options

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