Pakse

🇱🇦Laos•Southeast Asia

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living25

Safety67

Healthcare40

Career Opportunities33

Climate48

Transport37

Air Quality60.5

Family Friendliness50

Education36

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Pakse a good place to live?

Pakse scores 44/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 25/100), moderately safe (safety: 67/100), and has limited healthcare (healthcare: 40/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Pakse?

Pakse has a cost of living score of 25/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Pakse?

Pakse has a transport score of 37/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Pakse?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Pakse are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Pakse safe for expats?

Pakse has a safety score of 67/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 60.5/100.

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