Cebu Scores

  • Quality of life: performs above average in subjective well-being, jobs and wages, income and well-being, health, social connections, environmental quality, education and skills, work and leisure balance, housing and personal safety.

  • Freedom of speech: People have full access to free media for accurate information and analysis. Journalists in most cases do their jobs without fear of detention or restraints.

  • Healthcare: The level of local medical institutions is very low, there are no modern clinics. There is a certain lack of modern medical equipment and qualified personnel.

  • Racial tolerance: Many refugees, migrants or people with migratory backgrounds are subject to racism and discrimination.

  • Traffic safety: A lot of work has been done in Cebu to ensure road safety. That’s why the road accident rate can be considered as low.

  • Air quality:
  • Fits for families: There are not so many places where you can spend a good time with your family and children, but almost all of them provide excellent service.

  • Education: Secondary and higher education institutions provide a very mediocre level of knowledge, which indicates the need to reform them and introduce new, more effective programs and trained teachers in Cebu.

  • Level of happiness: The level of happiness and life satisfaction among the local population is quite average.

  • Workspaces: There is an great environment for working and lots of great coworking spots.

  • Income: Unfortunately, the local population in Cebu has very low salaries as low as $240 a month.
  • Female friendly: The relationship between men and women is quite liberal, a woman has all the rights and freedoms. But the way of life in society continues to be patriarchal.

  • Nightlife: At the same time, the level of quality of services provided in most of these establishments is significantly high.

  • Internet: The Internet speed in Cebu is fine.
  • English: Many locals speak English, but not at an advanced level.

  • Entertainment: There are several places where you can relax and have a good time with friends.

  • LGBTQ friendly: The majority of respondents in Cebu are against equal rights for gays and lesbians.

  • Friendliness to outsiders: The attitude towards foreigners is often open and friendly, but not overly intrusive.

  • Startup friendly: In the past few years, startups in Cebu have gained high popularity, increasing the flow of money invested.

  • Safety: In general, the situation in Cebu is calm, the average level of safety, but in some areas there are exceptions. Please be vigilant.
  • Expenses: The average monthly expenses of the average Cebu resident is pretty low and around $950.
  • Free WiFi: Free wi-fi is available in almost all hotels, but its speed raises many questions. In cafes and restaurants, you sometimes have to pay for an Internet connection.

  • Walkability: The area of Cebu is perfect for walking. There are a lot of quality walking paths, sidewalks. Traffic and road conditions are good organized.