Head-to-head
Chiang Mai vs Medellín
Chiang Mai takes the overall NomadX Score, Chiang Mai is cheaper, Medellín has faster wifi. Full breakdown below.
86
84
Score breakdown
| Metric | Chiang Mai | Medellín |
|---|---|---|
| NomadX Score | 86 | 84 |
| Cost | 95 | 88 |
| Internet | 82 | 80 |
| Community | 92 | 90 |
| Visa friendliness | 72 | 82 |
| Weather & livability | 85 | 95 |
| Monthly cost (USD) | $1,200/mo | $1,500/mo |
| Median internet | 140 Mbps | 150 Mbps |
| Continent | Asia | South America |
| Climate | tropical | spring-like |
Chiang Mai
Cost95
Internet82
Community92
Visa friendliness72
Weather & livability85
Medellín
Cost88
Internet80
Community90
Visa friendliness82
Weather & livability95
Scores are editorially maintained by the NomadX team. Data reflects our on-the-ground research plus community feedback. Last updated July 2026.