Nomad score
3.1 / 10
8 key factors
Cost of living
$4,154
per month, nomad profile
Internet speed
No data
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Weather today
26° / 23°
high / low, °CAbout Lae
Lae, Papua New Guinea, is a busy port city with a strong industrial vibe and tropical climate 🌴. It’s better suited to adventurous digital nomads than remote-work comfort: expect limited coworking, uneven internet, and basic expat amenities. For those seeking an authentic, off-the-beaten-path experience, Lae offers local culture and easy access to nature 🚤🌋.
Regions
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Key scores
Quick costs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $809.94 per month |
| Coworking Space | $196.70 per month |
| Coffee | $2.78 per cup |
| Beer | $2.31 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $5.79 per meal |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $27.77 per month |
| Mobile Plan | $23.14 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $104.14 per month |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mount Hagen |  PG
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$1,603 | 2.9 | Compare |
| 2 | Madang | PG
Papua New Guinea |
$2,962 | 3.3 | Compare |
| 3 | Goroka | PG
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$1,351 | 3.2 | Compare |
| 4 | Port Moresby | PG
Papua New Guinea |
$4,281 | 2.7 | Compare |