Bali (Canggu) vs Phuket — 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)
38
affordable
NoodlePants Verdict — generated from live data
Bali (Canggu) edges out Phuket on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 38 vs 40 (USA=100; affordable vs affordable). Bali (Canggu) scores higher on safety (67/100), and Bali (Canggu) wins on internet at ~95 Mbps. Overall, Bali (Canggu) takes the Nomad Score crown with 84/100 — best for surfers and wellness.
* Some figures are country averages — full city-level data coming soon.Pro members get neighbourhood-level breakdowns.
Metric
Bali (Canggu)
Phuket
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$750
US$700
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$500
US$480
Cost of Living (USA=100)
38
40
Safety Score
67/100
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Internet Speed
95 Mbps
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Nomad Score
84/100
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Healthcare Score
60/100
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Digital Nomad Visa
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