Lisbon vs Medellín — 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
Medellín edges out Lisbon on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 32.4 vs 56.4 (USA=100; very affordable vs mid-priced). Lisbon scores higher on safety (75/100), and Lisbon wins on internet at ~230 Mbps. Overall, Lisbon takes the Nomad Score crown with 82/100 — best for remote worker and eu base.
Metric
Lisbon
Medellín
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$1,450
US$580
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$1,050
US$360
Cost of Living (USA=100)
56
32
Safety Score
75/100
48/100
Internet Speed
230 Mbps
130 Mbps
Nomad Score
82/100
80/100
Healthcare Score
79/100
70/100
Digital Nomad Visa
✓ Available
✓ Available
Who is each city for?
Medellín is better for…
Budget nomadLatAm baseSpring climateCommunity
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