Bangkok vs Singapore — Cost of Living Comparison 2026
Which city is cheaper, safer, and better for remote workers? Here's the data.
Bangkok
Thailand
COL Index
42
affordable
Singapore
Singapore
COL Index
78
premium
NoodlePants Verdict — generated from live data
Bangkok edges out Singapore on affordability with a NoodlePants COL Index of 42.1 vs 78 (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
Singapore
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
$690
$3,000
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
$380
$2,200
NoodlePants COL Index
42
78
Safety Score
60/100
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Internet Speed
220 Mbps
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Nomad Score
78/100
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Healthcare Score
78/100
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Digital Nomad Visa
✓ Available
Not available
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