Cost of Living, Safety & Expat Guide (2026)

Philippines

Jordan
Based on our comparison, Baguio wins 4 out of 8 categories.Madaba wins 3 categories.
For digital nomads choosing between Baguio and Madaba, the answer depends on your priorities. Here's our analysis:
Best for Budget
Madaba
$506/mo
Best Internet
Baguio
70 Mbps
Best NomadIQ Score
Baguio
7.2/10
Our Recommendation: Choose Madaba if budget is your top priority, or Baguio if you need the fastest internet for remote work.
When comparing Baguio and Madaba for digital nomads, several factors come into play.
Cost of Living: Madaba is the more budget-friendly option at $506/month versus Baguio's $711/month.
Internet & Remote Work: Baguio leads with 70 Mbps average internet speed, ideal for video calls and large file transfers. Madaba offers 50 Mbps.
Safety: With a safety score of 6.6/10, Baguio provides a more secure environment than Madaba (5.9/10).
Overall: Baguio earns a higher NomadIQ score of 7.2/10, making it slightly more suited for the digital nomad lifestyle.
Madaba is 29% cheaper than Baguio.
Baguio has a higher safety score (6.6/10) compared to Madaba (5.9/10).
6.6/10
Baguio
5.9/10
Madaba
For remote workers, internet speed is crucial. Baguio offers faster internet at 70 Mbps vs 50 Mbps.
70 Mbps
Baguio
50 Mbps
Madaba
Based on our analysis, Baguio edges out as the better choice for expats, winning 4 of 8 comparison factors.
Baguio: Best for those prioritizing amenities
Madaba: Best for budget-conscious expats
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