Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
1.6M
Population
25 km2
Area
186 Mbps
Internet
9m
Elevation
Philippine Standard Time
Timezone
MNL (11km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Manila, officially the City of Manila, is the capital and second-most populous city of the Philippines after Quezon City. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 1,902,590 people. Located on the eastern shore of Manila Bay on the island of Luzon, it is classified as a highly urbanized city. With 43,611.5 inhabitants per square kilom...
QUICK FACTS
Country
Philippines
Region
South-Eastern Asia
Population
1.6M
Timezone
Philippine Standard Time
Elevation
9 m
Currency
PHP
Language
English
Status
Capital City
Airport
MNL
GPS
14.60, 120.98
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Infrastructure
36,985 points of interest mapped in Manila — 1,481 per km2
Tech
Solid 186 Mbps internet — reliable for remote work and streaming
Economy
65% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
Climate
Year-round average of 27C — near-ideal temperatures
INFRASTRUCTURE
36,985 total POIs 1,480.6 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
4,326
Cafes
1,704
Bars
511
Fast Food
4,082
Shopping
Supermarkets
596
Convenience
3,257
Shopping Malls
305
Healthcare
Hospitals
173
Clinics
1,240
Pharmacies
1,308
Education
Schools
1,310
Universities
322
Libraries
71
Recreation
Parks
868
Playgrounds
204
Sports
1,559
Cinemas
58
Museums
84
Theatres
45
Transport
Bus Stops
2,434
Train Stations
77
Fuel Stations
903
Services
Banks
2,861
ATMs
762
Post Offices
127
Police
306
Fire Stations
212
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
186 Mbps
Download
179 Mbps
Upload
7ms
Latency
901,779
Tests
226,534
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jan - Dec
27°
J
27°
F
27°
M
27°
A
28°
M
28°
J
28°
J
28°
A
28°
S
27°
O
27°
N
27°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 27.4 C Range: 27 - 27.8 C Rain: 2,309 mm/year Sunshine: 3,546 h/year
CITY SCORES
89.8
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
62.6
Overall
COST OF LIVING
DIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
35.4
Overall
65% cheaper than NYC
16.8
Rent
83% cheaper than NYC
40.9
Groceries
59% cheaper than NYC
26.8
Restaurants
73% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
MNL
Ninoy Aquino International Airport
11 km from center
Very close — ~17 min ride
FUN FACTS
Manila, officially the City of Manila, is the capital and second-most populous city of the Philippines after Quezon City.
Located on the eastern shore of Manila Bay on the island of Luzon, it is classified as a highly urbanized city.
Manila was the first chartered city in the country, designated by Philippine Commission Act No.
Manila is considered to be part of the world's original set of global cities because its commercial networks were the first to extend across the Pacific Ocean and connect Asia with the Spanish Americas through the galleon trade.
This marked the first time an uninterrupted chain of trade routes circling the planet had been established.
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Manila known for?
Manila is a city in Philippines. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Manila?
Manila has an average download speed of 186 Mbps and upload speed of 179 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Manila?
Manila has an average year-round temperature of approximately 27.4 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Manila?
Manila is served by MNL (Ninoy Aquino International Airport), approximately 11 km from the city center.
What is the population of Manila?
The population of Manila is approximately 1.6M.
What infrastructure does Manila have?
Manila has 36,985 mapped points of interest, including 4,326 restaurants, 173 hospitals, 1,310 schools.
What country is Manila in?
Manila is located in Philippines.
