Canggu vs Kathmandu — 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
Kathmandu edges out Canggu on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 26 vs 32 (USA=100; very affordable vs very affordable). Kathmandu scores higher on safety (null/100), and Kathmandu 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
Kathmandu
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$340
US$350
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
—
US$230
Cost of Living (USA=100)
32
26
Safety Score
—
—
Internet Speed
—
—
Nomad Score
—
—
Healthcare Score
—
—
Digital Nomad Visa
Not available
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