Which is cheaper, Bali (Canggu) or Bangkok?

Bali (Canggu) is cheaper, with a NoodlePants Cost of Living index of 38 vs 42.1 for Bangkok. A 1-bedroom in the city centre averages $750 vs $690.

Which is safer, Bali (Canggu) or Bangkok?

Bali (Canggu) scores 67/100 on safety vs 60/100 for Bangkok.

Which is better for digital nomads, Bali (Canggu) or Bangkok?

Bali (Canggu) edges ahead with a NoodlePants Nomad Score of 84 vs 78, factoring in internet (95 Mbps), affordability and community.

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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

Cost of Living (USA=100)

affordable

Bangkok

Thailand

Cost of Living (USA=100)

affordable

NoodlePants Verdict — generated from live data

Bali (Canggu) edges out Bangkok on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 38 vs 42.1 (USA=100; 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)

US$750

US$690

Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)

US$500

US$380

Cost of Living (USA=100)

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

Who is each city for?

Bali (Canggu) is better for…

SurfersWellnessRemote workerCommunity

See the Indonesia country profile

Bangkok is better for…

Budget nomadFoodiesCity loversNightlife

See the Thailand country profile

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