Canggu vs Ho Chi Minh City — 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 Ho Chi Minh City on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 32.2 vs 35 (US=100; very affordable vs affordable). Canggu scores higher on safety (70/100), and Ho Chi Minh City wins on internet at ~110 Mbps. Overall, Canggu takes the Nomad Score crown with 85/100 — best for remote workers.
Metric
Canggu
Ho Chi Minh City
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$950
US$620
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$650
US$380
Cost of Living (US=100)
32
35
Safety Score
70/100
60/100
Internet Speed
60 Mbps
110 Mbps
Nomad Score
85/100
76/100
Healthcare Score
60/100
62/100
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Who is each city for?
Ho Chi Minh City is better for…
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