Bangkok vs Da Nang — 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
Da Nang edges out Bangkok on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 31.2 vs 42.1 (US=100; very affordable vs affordable). Da Nang scores higher on safety (70/100), and Bangkok wins on internet at ~220 Mbps. Overall, Da Nang takes the Nomad Score crown with 79/100 — best for budget nomad and beach lovers.
Metric
Bangkok
Da Nang
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$690
US$420
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$380
US$280
Cost of Living (US=100)
42
31
Safety Score
60/100
70/100
Internet Speed
220 Mbps
95 Mbps
Nomad Score
78/100
79/100
Healthcare Score
78/100
60/100
Digital Nomad Visa
✓ Available
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