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Bangkok vs Ericeira — Cost of Living Comparison 2026

Which city is cheaper, safer, and better for remote workers? Here's the data.

Thailand
Cost of Living (US=100)
42
affordable
Portugal
Cost of Living (US=100)
60
mid-priced
NoodlePants Verdict — generated from live data

Bangkok edges out Ericeira on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 42.1 vs 60 (US=100; affordable vs mid-priced). Ericeira scores higher on safety (80/100), and Bangkok wins on internet at ~220 Mbps. Overall, Bangkok takes the Nomad Score crown with 78/100 — best for budget nomad and foodies.

Metric
Bangkok
Ericeira
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$690
US$900
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$380
US$650
Cost of Living (US=100)
42
60
Safety Score
60/100
80/100
Internet Speed
220 Mbps
90 Mbps
Nomad Score
78/100
7/100
Healthcare Score
78/100
75/100
Digital Nomad Visa
✓ Available
Not available

Who is each city for?

Bangkok is better for…
Budget nomadFoodiesCity loversNightlife
See the Thailand country profile
Ericeira is better for…
Remote workers
See the Portugal country profile

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