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Canggu vs Galle — Cost of Living Comparison 2026

Which city is cheaper, safer, and better for remote workers? Here's the data.

Indonesia
Cost of Living (USA=100)
32
very affordable
Sri Lanka
Cost of Living (USA=100)
27
very affordable
NoodlePants Verdict — generated from live data

Galle edges out Canggu on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 27 vs 32 (USA=100; very affordable vs very affordable). Galle scores higher on safety (null/100), and Galle wins on internet at ~—. Overall, Canggu takes the Nomad Score crown with null/100 — best for remote workers.

* Some figures are country averages — full city-level data coming soon.Pro members get neighbourhood-level breakdowns.

Metric
Canggu
Galle
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$340
US$260
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
Cost of Living (USA=100)
32
27
Safety Score
Internet Speed
Nomad Score
Healthcare Score
Digital Nomad Visa
Not available
Not available

Who is each city for?

Canggu is better for…
Remote workers
See the Indonesia country profile
Galle is better for…
Remote workers
See the Sri Lanka country profile

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