Cebu City

🇵🇭Philippines•Southeast Asia

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living37

Safety65

Healthcare54

Career Opportunities59

Climate54

Transport56

Air Quality60

Family Friendliness57.33

Education51

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Cebu City a good place to live?

Cebu City scores 55/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 37/100), moderately safe (safety: 65/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 54/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Cebu City?

Cebu City has a cost of living score of 37/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Cebu City?

Cebu City has a transport score of 56/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Cebu City?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Cebu City are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Cebu City safe for expats?

Cebu City has a safety score of 65/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 60/100.

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