London vs New York — Cost of Living Comparison 2026
Which city is cheaper, safer, and better for remote workers? Here's the data.
London
United Kingdom
Cost of Living (USA=100)
79
premium
NoodlePants Verdict — generated from live data
London edges out New York on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 78.5 vs 100 (USA=100; premium vs premium). New York scores higher on safety (null/100), and New York wins on internet at ~—. Overall, London 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
London
New York
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$2,700
US$3,800
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$1,900
US$2,400
Cost of Living (USA=100)
79
100
Safety Score
—
—
Internet Speed
—
—
Nomad Score
—
—
Healthcare Score
—
—
Digital Nomad Visa
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