Madrid vs Porto — 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
Porto edges out Madrid on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 49.5 vs 55.2 (USA=100; affordable vs mid-priced). Porto scores higher on safety (80/100), and Madrid wins on internet at ~240 Mbps. Overall, Madrid takes the Nomad Score crown with 78/100 — best for remote worker and city lovers.
Metric
Madrid
Porto
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$1,380
US$1,050
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$980
US$760
Cost of Living (USA=100)
55
50
Safety Score
72/100
80/100
Internet Speed
240 Mbps
210 Mbps
Nomad Score
78/100
76/100
Healthcare Score
82/100
78/100
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