Side-by-side city decision

# Edmonton vs Makati.

A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit.

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EdmontonCanada3
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MakatiPhilippines3

$1,525Edmonton monthly budget
$980Makati monthly budget
100 MbpsEdmonton internet
30 MbpsMakati internet

Decision summary
No universal winner

The result is balanced. Your priorities should decide the better fit.

Cost
Best budget
Makati

Speed
Fastest internet
Edmonton

Vibe
Best nomad vibe
Makati

Safety
Highest safety
Edmonton

Air
Cleanest air
Edmonton

Walk
Most walkable
Makati

Quick read

## Two cities at a glance

The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison.

[Edmonton](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/canada/edmonton.md)
Canada

3/6

Budget$1,525
Internet100 Mbps
Vibe6/10

[Makati](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/philippines/makati.md)
Philippines

3/6

Budget$980
Internet30 Mbps
Vibe7/10

Full comparison

## Compare what matters

Green marks the stronger numeric result. Text-only categories are presented without a winner.

Differences only

### Monthly budget and costs

7 signals

Total estimated budget
$1,525
$980

1-bed center rent
$850
$600

Coworking desk
$150
$180

Local meal
$15
$5

Cappuccino
$3
$3.5

Gym membership
$37
$40

Transport budget
$75
$30

### Work and infrastructure

2 signals

Internet speed
100 Mbps
30 Mbps

Nomad vibe
6/10
7/10

### Quality of life

5 signals

Safety index
75/100
65/100

Air quality
72/100
45/100

Walkability
6/10
7/10

Female safety
7/10
6/10

LGBTQ+ friendly
8/10
7/10

### Culture and climate

4 signals

Healthcare quality
Good
Average

English proficiency
Excellent
Good

Climate type
Continental subarctic
Tropical monsoon

Best time to visit
Jun - Aug
Nov - Mar

Beyond the numbers

## What each city asks you to trade

Costs and scores help narrow the choice. These practical strengths and limitations finish the picture.

[Edmonton](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/canada/edmonton.md)
Canada

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### Strengths

* Affordable rent compared to Vancouver/Toronto

* Strong job market in tech and oil

* Beautiful river valley with extensive trails

* Vibrant arts and festival scene

* Friendly and welcoming locals

* Excellent public healthcare system

### Trade-offs

* Extremely cold winters (-20°C to -40°C)

* Limited public transit outside core

* Few direct international flights

* Seasonal affective disorder risk due to darkness

* Expensive car insurance

* Occasional wildfire smoke in summer

### Common visa routes

* eTA for visa-exempt nationals

* Temporary Resident Visa

* Working Holiday Visa

[Makati](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/philippines/makati.md)
Philippines

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### Strengths

* Excellent expat community and networking events

* Affordable cost of living compared to Western capitals

* High density of coworking spaces and cafes

* Widespread English proficiency

* Modern amenities with malls and restaurants

* Convenient location for exploring other Asian destinations

### Trade-offs

* Heavy traffic congestion during peak hours

* Air quality can be poor due to pollution

* Tap water is not safe to drink

* Power outages occasionally occur

* Typhoon season can disrupt plans

* Metro Manila overall safety varies by area

### Common visa routes

* Visa-free entry (30 days)

* Visa extension (up to 36 months)

* Special Resident Retiree Visa (SRRV)

Reading the result

## Use this as a planning benchmark

The headline score compares six directional signals. It does not weight personal priorities, visa eligibility, household size or individual lifestyle choices.

Costs are monthly estimates, not guaranteed prices.
Higher is better for quality scores and connectivity.
Lower is better for budgets and individual expenses.