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Lisbon vs Ostrava — Cost of Living Comparison 2026

Which city is cheaper, safer, and better for remote workers? Here's the data.

Portugal
Cost of Living (US=100)
56
mid-priced
Czech Republic
Cost of Living (US=100)
154
premium
NoodlePants Verdict — generated from live data

Lisbon edges out Ostrava on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 56.4 vs 154 (US=100; mid-priced vs premium). Ostrava 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
Ostrava
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$1,450
US$500
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$1,050
US$350
Cost of Living (US=100)
56
154
Safety Score
75/100
75/100
Internet Speed
230 Mbps
150 Mbps
Nomad Score
82/100
68/100
Healthcare Score
79/100
72/100
Digital Nomad Visa
✓ Available
Not available

Who is each city for?

Lisbon is better for…
Remote workerEU baseFoodiesMild climate
See the Portugal country profile
Ostrava is better for…
Remote workers
See the Czech Republic country profile

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