Bangkok vs Port-au-Prince — 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
Bangkok edges out Port-au-Prince on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 42.1 vs 80.6 (US=100; affordable vs premium). Bangkok scores higher on safety (60/100), and Bangkok wins on internet at ~220 Mbps. Overall, Bangkok takes the Nomad Score crown with 78/100 — best for budget nomad and foodies.
* Some figures are country averages — full city-level data coming soon.Pro members get neighbourhood-level breakdowns.
Metric
Bangkok
Port-au-Prince
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$690
US$400
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$380
US$260
Cost of Living (US=100)
42
81
Safety Score
60/100
15/100
Internet Speed
220 Mbps
8 Mbps
Nomad Score
78/100
32/100
Healthcare Score
78/100
30/100
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