The Province of Isabela takes pride in fostering a competitive and business-friendly environment where enterprises can thrive. Through streamlined processes, transparent regulations, and proactive local support, doing business in Isabela is both cost-efficient and growth-driven.
This section provides investors and entrepreneurs with an overview of the essential costs associated with starting and operating a business in the province — including business registration fees, permit costs, utility rates, and wage standards. Isabela’s commitment to ease of doing business ensures that every peso invested in the province delivers lasting value, enabling both small and large enterprises to grow with confidence and sustainability.
A. Wage Rate
| Sector/Industry | Minimum Wage Rate |
|---|---|
| Private Sector | |
| Non-Agriculture | Php 480 |
| Agriculture | Php 460 |
| Domestic Workers | Php 6,000 |
B. Power
| Type | Average Rate per kwh |
|---|---|
| Residential | Php 9.00 – 11.00 |
| Commercial | Php 8.00 - 10.00 |
| Industrial | Php 6.00 - 8.00 |
C. Water
| Type | Average Rate per Cubic Meter |
|---|---|
| Residential | Php 37.00 - 55.00 |
| Commercial | Php 45.00 - 96.00 |
| Industrial | Php 73.00 - 110.00 |
D. Communication Rates
Telephone
| Category | Installation Cost | Monthly Subscription Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Residential | Php 1,100.00 | Php 1,000 - 2,500 |
| Commercial | Php 1,500.00 | Php 2,500 - 5,000 |
Internet
| Category | Average Rate |
|---|---|
| Residential Package | Php 800 - 2,5000 / mo |
| Business Package | Php 3,000 - 18,000 / mo |
E. Real Estate Cost
| Classification | Average Rate |
|---|---|
| Residential | Php 6,250.00 / sqm |
| Commercial | Php 12,500 / sqm |
| Agriculture | |
| Irrigated | Php 1,350,000.00/hectare |
| Non-Irrigates | Php 1,000,000.00/hectare |
