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🇵🇭Median living costs and average scores across each country's covered cities (1-bedroom apartment, USD).
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Country at a Glance
| Metric | United Arab Emirates | Philippines | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cities covered | 2 | 4 | — |
| Median monthly cost (1-bed, USD) | $3,258 | $1,378 | Philippines (cheaper) |
| Cheapest city | Abu Dhabi ($2,760) | Puerto Princesa ($1,061) | — |
| Best rated city | Abu Dhabi (QoL 82) | Cebu City (QoL 70) | — |
| Best value city | Abu Dhabi | Puerto Princesa | — |
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Average scores across each country's cities (0–100, higher is better)
| Score | United Arab Emirates | Philippines | Winner |
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| Cost of living | 28 | 78.8 | Philippines |
| Safety | 85 | 60 | United Arab Emirates |
| Quality of life | 80 | 69 | United Arab Emirates |
| Internet | 91 | 72.5 | United Arab Emirates |
| Healthcare | 84.5 | 61.5 | United Arab Emirates |
| Climate | 76 | 84.5 | Philippines |