Baghdad 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
Baghdad edges out Bangkok on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 36.8 vs 42.1 (US=100; affordable vs affordable). 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.
Metric
Baghdad
Bangkok
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$350
US$690
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$220
US$380
Cost of Living (US=100)
37
42
Safety Score
40/100
60/100
Internet Speed
30 Mbps
220 Mbps
Nomad Score
42/100
78/100
Healthcare Score
45/100
78/100
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