Beijing 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 Beijing on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 32.2 vs 54 (US=100; very affordable vs mid-priced). 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.
* Some figures are country averages — full city-level data coming soon.Pro members get neighbourhood-level breakdowns.
Metric
Beijing
Canggu
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$1,100
US$950
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$800
US$650
Cost of Living (US=100)
54
32
Safety Score
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70/100
Internet Speed
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60 Mbps
Nomad Score
—
85/100
Healthcare Score
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60/100
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