Canggu vs Rio de Janeiro — 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 Rio de Janeiro on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 30.7 vs 46.2 (US=100; very affordable vs affordable). Canggu scores higher on safety (70/100), and Canggu wins on internet at ~60 Mbps. Overall, Canggu takes the Nomad Score crown with 85/100 — best for remote workers.
* Some figures are country averages — full city-level data coming soon.Pro members get neighbourhood-level breakdowns.
Metric
Canggu
Rio de Janeiro
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$950
US$590
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$650
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Cost of Living (US=100)
31
46
Safety Score
70/100
50/100
Internet Speed
60 Mbps
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Nomad Score
85/100
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Healthcare Score
60/100
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Digital Nomad Visa
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