Madang

🇵🇬Papua New Guinea•Oceania

City Score

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

City Metrics

Cost of Living36

Safety50

Healthcare35

Career Opportunities30

Climate46

Transport28

Air Quality51

Family Friendliness41

Education27

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 Madang a good place to live?

Madang scores 39/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 36/100), moderately safe (safety: 50/100), and has limited healthcare (healthcare: 35/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Madang?

Madang has a cost of living score of 36/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Madang?

Madang has a transport score of 28/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Madang?

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

▸Is Madang safe for expats?

Madang has a safety score of 50/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 51/100.

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