Canggu vs Chiang Rai — 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 Chiang Rai on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 32.2 vs 126 (US=100; very affordable vs premium). Chiang Rai scores higher on safety (75/100), and Canggu wins on internet at ~60 Mbps. Overall, Canggu takes the Nomad Score crown with 85/100 — best for remote workers.
Metric
Canggu
Chiang Rai
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$950
US$300
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$650
US$220
Cost of Living (US=100)
32
126
Safety Score
70/100
75/100
Internet Speed
60 Mbps
55 Mbps
Nomad Score
85/100
7/100
Healthcare Score
60/100
55/100
Digital Nomad Visa
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