Bali (Canggu) vs Lisbon — 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
Lisbon
Portugal
COL Index
56
mid-priced
NoodlePants Verdict — generated from live data
Bali (Canggu) edges out Lisbon on affordability with a NoodlePants COL Index of 38 vs 56.4 (affordable vs mid-priced). Lisbon scores higher on safety (75/100), and Lisbon wins on internet at ~230 Mbps. Overall, Bali (Canggu) takes the Nomad Score crown with 84/100 — best for surfers and wellness.
Metric
Bali (Canggu)
Lisbon
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
$750
$1,450
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
$500
$1,050
NoodlePants COL Index
38
56
Safety Score
67/100
75/100
Internet Speed
95 Mbps
230 Mbps
Nomad Score
84/100
82/100
Healthcare Score
60/100
79/100
Digital Nomad Visa
✓ Available
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