Side-by-side city decision

# Koh Phangan vs Fes.

A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit.

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Koh PhanganThailand4
VS
FesMorocco2

$1,010Koh Phangan monthly budget
$570Fes monthly budget
50 MbpsKoh Phangan internet
20 MbpsFes internet

Decision summary
Koh Phangan

Koh Phangan leads on more of the six headline signals.

Cost
Best budget
Fes

Speed
Fastest internet
Koh Phangan

Vibe
Best nomad vibe
Koh Phangan

Safety
Highest safety
Koh Phangan

Air
Cleanest air
Koh Phangan

Walk
Most walkable
Fes

Quick read

## Two cities at a glance

The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison.

[Koh Phangan](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/thailand/koh-phangan.md)
Thailand

4/6

Budget$1,010
Internet50 Mbps
Vibe8/10

[Fes](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/morocco/fes.md)
Morocco

2/6

Budget$570
Internet20 Mbps
Vibe7/10

Full comparison

## Compare what matters

Green marks the stronger numeric result. Text-only categories are presented without a winner.

Differences only

### Monthly budget and costs

7 signals

Total estimated budget
$1,010
$570

1-bed center rent
$450
$300

Coworking desk
$200
$100

Local meal
$4
$5

Cappuccino
$2.5
$1.5

Gym membership
$50
$30

Transport budget
$60
$20

### Work and infrastructure

2 signals

Internet speed
50 Mbps
20 Mbps

Nomad vibe
8/10
7/10

### Quality of life

5 signals

Safety index
75/100
60/100

Air quality
85/100
60/100

Walkability
5/10
7/10

Female safety
7/10
6/10

LGBTQ+ friendly
7/10
3/10

### Culture and climate

4 signals

Healthcare quality
Average
Average

English proficiency
Average
Basic

Climate type
Tropical monsoon
Mediterranean

Best time to visit
Dec - Mar
Mar - May

Beyond the numbers

## What each city asks you to trade

Costs and scores help narrow the choice. These practical strengths and limitations finish the picture.

[Koh Phangan](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/thailand/koh-phangan.md)
Thailand

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### Strengths

* Stunning beaches and tropical nature

* Strong digital nomad community

* Affordable cost of living

* Variety of healthy food options

* World-famous Full Moon Party

* Plenty of yoga and wellness retreats

### Trade-offs

* Limited healthcare facilities on island

* Slow internet during peak season

* Frequent power outages in remote areas

* High season crowds and noise

* Difficult to find long-term rentals

* Scams with scooter rentals and boat tickets

### Common visa routes

* Tourist Visa (60 days)

* Thai Elite Visa

* Volunteer/Education Visa

[Fes](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/morocco/fes.md)
Morocco

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### Strengths

* Extremely affordable cost of living

* Rich culture and historic medina

* Good weather for most of the year

* Friendly locals and slow-paced lifestyle

* Growing nomad community

* Reliable 4G connectivity in city center

### Trade-offs

* Limited English spoken outside tourist areas

* Tap water not safe to drink

* Airport far from city center

* Medina can be overwhelming and pushy vendors

* Internet speed can be inconsistent

* Public transport is limited

### Common visa routes

* 90-day visa on arrival for most nationalities

* Visa extension possible at local police stations

* Long-stay tourist visa (up to 1 year) with proof of income

Reading the result

## Use this as a planning benchmark

The headline score compares six directional signals. It does not weight personal priorities, visa eligibility, household size or individual lifestyle choices.

Costs are monthly estimates, not guaranteed prices.
Higher is better for quality scores and connectivity.
Lower is better for budgets and individual expenses.