Austin vs Bangkok — 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
Bangkok edges out Austin on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 42.1 vs 74 (US=100; affordable vs premium). Bangkok scores higher on safety (60/100), and Bangkok wins on internet at ~220 Mbps. Overall, Bangkok takes the Nomad Score crown with 78/100 — best for budget nomad and foodies.
* Some figures are country averages — full city-level data coming soon.Pro members get neighbourhood-level breakdowns.
Metric
Austin
Bangkok
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$1,900
US$690
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$1,400
US$380
Cost of Living (US=100)
74
42
Safety Score
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60/100
Internet Speed
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220 Mbps
Nomad Score
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78/100
Healthcare Score
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78/100
Digital Nomad Visa
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