Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
3.1M
Population
172 km2
Area
186 Mbps
Internet
67m
Elevation
Asia/Manila
Timezone
MNL (16km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Quezon City hums as Manila's bustling core, packed with universities, street food stalls, and massive malls like TriNoma. Its tropical warmth, rapid Jeepney transit, and exploding co-working scene make it a hotspot for digital nomads diving into Philippine urban energy with reliable fiber internet.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Philippines
Region
South-Eastern Asia
Population
3.1M
Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
67 m
Currency
PHP
Language
English
Airport
MNL
GPS
14.65, 121.05
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Infrastructure
40,031 points of interest mapped in Quezon City — 233 per km2
Tech
Solid 186 Mbps internet — reliable for remote work and streaming
Economy
68% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
Climate
Year-round average of 27C — near-ideal temperatures
INFRASTRUCTURE
40,031 total POIs 233.1 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
4,505
Cafes
1,793
Bars
541
Fast Food
4,357
Shopping
Supermarkets
693
Convenience
3,629
Shopping Malls
358
Healthcare
Hospitals
196
Clinics
1,367
Pharmacies
1,410
Education
Schools
1,581
Universities
360
Libraries
78
Recreation
Parks
976
Playgrounds
255
Sports
1,772
Cinemas
59
Museums
85
Theatres
49
Transport
Bus Stops
2,431
Train Stations
72
Fuel Stations
1,066
Services
Banks
2,907
ATMs
774
Post Offices
141
Police
331
Fire Stations
219
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
186 Mbps
Download
180 Mbps
Upload
7ms
Latency
1,033,844
Tests
258,729
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jan - Dec
27°
J
27°
F
27°
M
27°
A
27°
M
28°
J
28°
J
28°
A
27°
S
27°
O
27°
N
27°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 27.3 C Range: 27 - 27.5 C Rain: 2,490 mm/year Sunshine: 3,507 h/year
CITY SCORES
83.7
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
61.3
Overall
COST OF LIVING
DIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
32.4
Overall
68% cheaper than NYC
8.8
Rent
91% cheaper than NYC
38.8
Groceries
61% cheaper than NYC
20.9
Restaurants
79% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
MNL
Ninoy Aquino International Airport
16 km from center
~29 min ride
FUN FACTS
It was founded on October 12, 1939, and was named after Manuel L.
Quezon City served as the capital of the Philippines from 1948 until 1976, when the designation was returned to Manila.
The city was intended to be the national capital of the Philippines that would replace Manila, as the latter was suffering from overcrowding, lack of housing, poor sanitation, and traffic congestion.
It was officially proclaimed the national capital on October 12, 1949, and several government departments and institutions moved out of Manila and settled into the new capital city.
940 was enacted, which reverted national capital status to Manila while the whole of Metro Manila was designated as the seat of government.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Quezon City known for?
Quezon City hums as Manila's bustling core, packed with universities, street food stalls, and massive malls like TriNoma. Its tropical warmth, rapid Jeepney transit, and exploding co-working scene make it a hotspot for digital nomads diving into Philippine urban energy with reliable fiber internet.
How fast is the internet in Quezon City?
Quezon City has an average download speed of 186 Mbps and upload speed of 180 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Quezon City?
Quezon City has an average year-round temperature of approximately 27.3 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Quezon City?
Quezon City is served by MNL (Ninoy Aquino International Airport), approximately 16 km from the city center.
What is the population of Quezon City?
The population of Quezon City is approximately 3.1M.
What infrastructure does Quezon City have?
Quezon City has 40,031 mapped points of interest, including 4,505 restaurants, 196 hospitals, 1,581 schools.
What country is Quezon City in?
Quezon City is located in Philippines.
