Cities with the best work-life balance in Asia

Where evenings and weekends still exist in Asia: the top catalog cities by work-life balance score, with safety and cost context for anyone relocating with a job in hand.

Methodology: Ranked by Jonzy work-life balance score (0–100); safety breaks ties.

  1. 1. Kampot, Cambodia

    Work-life balance 92/100 · Safety 78/100 · $810/mo

    Work-life balance 92/100 with 78/100 safety, about $810/mo all-in.

  2. 2. Pai, Thailand

    Work-life balance 92/100 · Safety 78/100 · $810/mo

    Work-life balance 92/100 with 78/100 safety, about $810/mo all-in.

  3. 3. Da Lat, Vietnam

    Work-life balance 92/100 · Safety 76/100 · $650/mo

    Work-life balance 92/100 with 76/100 safety, about $650/mo all-in.

  4. 4. Hoi An, Vietnam

    Work-life balance 92/100 · Safety 74/100 · $755/mo

    Work-life balance 92/100 with 74/100 safety, about $755/mo all-in.

  5. 5. Siem Reap, Cambodia

    Work-life balance 92/100 · Safety 72/100 · $850/mo

    Work-life balance 92/100 with 72/100 safety, about $850/mo all-in.

  6. 6. Pokhara, Nepal

    Work-life balance 90/100 · Safety 84/100 · $640/mo

    Work-life balance 90/100 with 84/100 safety, about $640/mo all-in.

  7. 7. Chiang Mai, Thailand

    Work-life balance 90/100 · Safety 82/100 · $910/mo

    Work-life balance 90/100 with 82/100 safety, about $910/mo all-in.

  8. 8. Luang Prabang, Laos

    Work-life balance 90/100 · Safety 82/100 · $780/mo

    Work-life balance 90/100 with 82/100 safety, about $780/mo all-in.

  9. 9. Da Nang, Vietnam

    Work-life balance 90/100 · Safety 80/100 · $730/mo

    Work-life balance 90/100 with 80/100 safety, about $730/mo all-in.

  10. 10. Pondicherry, India

    Work-life balance 90/100 · Safety 78/100 · $640/mo

    Work-life balance 90/100 with 78/100 safety, about $640/mo all-in.

  11. 11. Siargao, Philippines

    Work-life balance 90/100 · Safety 76/100 · $1,090/mo

    Work-life balance 90/100 with 76/100 safety, about $1,090/mo all-in.

  12. 12. Yogyakarta, Indonesia

    Work-life balance 90/100 · Safety 74/100 · $760/mo

    Work-life balance 90/100 with 74/100 safety, about $760/mo all-in.

Frequently asked questions

Cities with the best work-life balance in Asia — which city is #1?

Kampot, Cambodia tops this list. Work-life balance 92/100 with 78/100 safety, about $810/mo all-in. Pai and Da Lat round out the top three.

How is this ranking calculated?

Ranked by Jonzy work-life balance score (0–100); safety breaks ties. 86 catalog cities in Asia qualified for this list; the top 12 are shown. Scores are catalog averages, not personalised — Jonzy re-ranks every city for your own income, passport and lifestyle when you sign in.

How much does it cost to live in the top city in Asia?

Kampot runs about $810/month all-in for one person — rent, food, transport, healthcare, utilities and everyday extras. See the Kampot city guide for the full cost breakdown, visa options and FAQ.