Bali (Canggu) vs Bangkok — Cost of Living Comparison 2026
Which city is cheaper, safer, and better for remote workers? Here's the data.
Bali (Canggu)
Indonesia
COL Index
38
affordable
Bangkok
Thailand
COL Index
42
affordable
NoodlePants Verdict — generated from live data
Bali (Canggu) edges out Bangkok on affordability with a NoodlePants COL Index of 38 vs 42.1 (affordable vs affordable). Bali (Canggu) scores higher on safety (67/100), and Bangkok wins on internet at ~220 Mbps. Overall, Bali (Canggu) takes the Nomad Score crown with 84/100 — best for surfers and wellness.
Metric
Bali (Canggu)
Bangkok
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
$750
$690
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
$500
$380
NoodlePants COL Index
38
42
Safety Score
67/100
60/100
Internet Speed
95 Mbps
220 Mbps
Nomad Score
84/100
78/100
Healthcare Score
60/100
78/100
Digital Nomad Visa
✓ Available
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