Best cities for digital nomads in Europe

Where remote work actually works in Europe: fast internet, an established expat and nomad scene, liveable weather, and a monthly budget that leaves room to save.

Methodology: Only cities with a strong internet score (65+) qualify; blended score: internet speed (30%), affordability (30%), expat & nomad community (25%), and climate (15%), all from Jonzy catalog data.

  1. 1. Faro, Portugal

    Internet 80/100 · Expat scene 92/100 · $1,490/mo

    Internet 80/100 and a 92/100 expat scene on roughly $1,490/mo all-in.

  2. 2. Heraklion, Greece

    Internet 78/100 · Expat scene 85/100 · $1,260/mo

    Internet 78/100 and a 85/100 expat scene on roughly $1,260/mo all-in.

  3. 3. Sliema, Malta

    Internet 92/100 · Expat scene 90/100 · $2,290/mo

    Internet 92/100 and a 90/100 expat scene on roughly $2,290/mo all-in.

  4. 4. Las Palmas, Spain

    Internet 80/100 · Expat scene 84/100 · $1,540/mo

    Internet 80/100 and a 84/100 expat scene on roughly $1,540/mo all-in.

  5. 5. Pécs, Hungary

    Internet 88/100 · Expat scene 70/100 · $1,005/mo

    Internet 88/100 and a 70/100 expat scene on roughly $1,005/mo all-in.

  6. 6. Valencia, Spain

    Internet 82/100 · Expat scene 84/100 · $1,580/mo

    Internet 82/100 and a 84/100 expat scene on roughly $1,580/mo all-in.

  7. 7. Madeira, Portugal

    Internet 78/100 · Expat scene 84/100 · $1,355/mo

    Internet 78/100 and a 84/100 expat scene on roughly $1,355/mo all-in.

  8. 8. Izmir, Turkey

    Internet 78/100 · Expat scene 72/100 · $810/mo

    Internet 78/100 and a 72/100 expat scene on roughly $810/mo all-in.

  9. 9. Saranda, Albania

    Internet 80/100 · Expat scene 70/100 · $830/mo

    Internet 80/100 and a 70/100 expat scene on roughly $830/mo all-in.

  10. 10. Pula, Croatia

    Internet 84/100 · Expat scene 75/100 · $1,240/mo

    Internet 84/100 and a 75/100 expat scene on roughly $1,240/mo all-in.

  11. 11. Tenerife, Spain

    Internet 76/100 · Expat scene 85/100 · $1,550/mo

    Internet 76/100 and a 85/100 expat scene on roughly $1,550/mo all-in.

  12. 12. Novi Sad, Serbia

    Internet 88/100 · Expat scene 70/100 · $900/mo

    Internet 88/100 and a 70/100 expat scene on roughly $900/mo all-in.

Frequently asked questions

Best cities for digital nomads in Europe — which city is #1?

Faro, Portugal tops this list. Internet 80/100 and a 92/100 expat scene on roughly $1,490/mo all-in. Heraklion and Sliema round out the top three.

How is this ranking calculated?

Only cities with a strong internet score (65+) qualify; blended score: internet speed (30%), affordability (30%), expat & nomad community (25%), and climate (15%), all from Jonzy catalog data. 126 catalog cities in Europe qualified for this list; the top 12 are shown. Scores are catalog averages, not personalised — Jonzy re-ranks every city for your own income, passport and lifestyle when you sign in.

How much does it cost to live in the top city in Europe?

Faro runs about $1,490/month all-in for one person — rent, food, transport, healthcare, utilities and everyday extras. See the Faro city guide for the full cost breakdown, visa options and FAQ.