Aqaba vs Canggu — Cost of Living Comparison 2026
Which city is cheaper, safer, and better for remote workers? Here's the data.
NoodlePants Verdict — generated from live data
Canggu edges out Aqaba on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 32.2 vs 45.2 (US=100; very affordable vs affordable). Aqaba scores higher on safety (72/100), and Canggu wins on internet at ~60 Mbps. Overall, Canggu takes the Nomad Score crown with 85/100 — best for remote workers.
Metric
Aqaba
Canggu
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$400
US$950
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$280
US$650
Cost of Living (US=100)
45
32
Safety Score
72/100
70/100
Internet Speed
40 Mbps
60 Mbps
Nomad Score
62/100
85/100
Healthcare Score
60/100
60/100
Digital Nomad Visa
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