About comparing nomad cities
Choosing between two places is far easier when you can see them side by side. This comparison tool puts up to three cities against each other across cost of living, our overall Nomad Score, and all 13 of the factors we rate, from wifi and safety to nightlife and nature, so the trade-offs are obvious at a glance instead of buried in separate tabs.
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How it works
Pick two or three cities and the tool lays out their monthly budget, Nomad Score and a category-by-category breakdown, with a radar chart to show the overall shape of each place. The ratings are The Nomad HQ’s editorial scores on a 0–10 scale, applied consistently across every city so the comparison is fair.
Frequently asked questions
How many cities can I compare at once?
Two or three. Two is best for a clean head-to-head; a third is useful when you are torn between a shortlist. Add or swap cities at the top of the page.
What exactly is compared?
Monthly cost of living, the overall Nomad Score, and all 13 category ratings: climate, cost, wifi, nightlife, nature, safety, food, community, English, visa, culture, cleanliness and air quality.
Where do the scores come from?
They are our own editorial ratings, applied the same way to every city so comparisons stay consistent. Costs are estimated monthly budgets for one person, not official statistics.
Can I share a comparison?
Yes, the cities you pick are stored in the page URL, so you can copy the link and send someone the exact head-to-head.