Battambang vs Canggu — 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
Canggu edges out Battambang on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 32.2 vs 36.3 (US=100; very affordable vs affordable). Canggu scores higher on safety (70/100), and Canggu wins on internet at ~60 Mbps. Overall, Canggu takes the Nomad Score crown with 85/100 — best for remote workers.
Metric
Battambang
Canggu
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$200
US$950
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$130
US$650
Cost of Living (US=100)
36
32
Safety Score
55/100
70/100
Internet Speed
30 Mbps
60 Mbps
Nomad Score
58/100
85/100
Healthcare Score
50/100
60/100
Digital Nomad Visa
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