Athens vs Rome — Cost of Living Comparison 2026
Which city is cheaper, safer, and better for remote workers? Here's the data.
NoodlePants Verdict — generated from live data
Athens edges out Rome on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 50 vs 60 (NYC=100; mid-priced vs mid-priced). Rome scores higher on safety (null/100), and Rome wins on internet at ~—. Overall, Athens takes the Nomad Score crown with null/100 — best for .
* Some figures are country averages — full city-level data coming soon.Pro members get neighbourhood-level breakdowns.
Metric
Athens
Rome
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$650
US$1,200
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$480
US$900
Cost of Living (NYC=100)
50
60
Safety Score
—
—
Internet Speed
—
—
Nomad Score
—
—
Healthcare Score
—
—
Digital Nomad Visa
Not available
Not available
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