Canggu vs Malacca — 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
Malacca edges out Canggu on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 17 vs 32.2 (US=100; very affordable vs very affordable). Malacca scores higher on safety (72/100), and Malacca wins on internet at ~90 Mbps. Overall, Canggu takes the Nomad Score crown with 85/100 — best for remote workers.
Metric
Canggu
Malacca
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$950
US$300
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$650
US$200
Cost of Living (US=100)
32
17
Safety Score
70/100
72/100
Internet Speed
60 Mbps
90 Mbps
Nomad Score
85/100
68/100
Healthcare Score
60/100
68/100
Digital Nomad Visa
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