Cities with the fastest internet in Asia

Where your video calls won't drop in Asia: the top catalog cities by internet score, with cost and safety context for anyone working remotely.

Methodology: Ranked by Jonzy internet score (0–100); safety breaks ties.

  1. 1. Seoul, South Korea

    Internet 96/100 · Safety 92/100 · $2,170/mo

    Internet 96/100 with 92/100 safety — about $2,170/mo all-in.

  2. 2. Kaohsiung, Taiwan

    Internet 95/100 · Safety 92/100 · $1,160/mo

    Internet 95/100 with 92/100 safety — about $1,160/mo all-in.

  3. 3. Lusail, Qatar

    Internet 95/100 · Safety 92/100 · $3,010/mo

    Internet 95/100 with 92/100 safety — about $3,010/mo all-in.

  4. 4. Busan, South Korea

    Internet 95/100 · Safety 90/100 · $1,690/mo

    Internet 95/100 with 90/100 safety — about $1,690/mo all-in.

  5. 5. Singapore, Singapore

    Internet 92/100 · Safety 98/100 · $3,430/mo

    Internet 92/100 with 98/100 safety — about $3,430/mo all-in.

  6. 6. Tokyo, Japan

    Internet 92/100 · Safety 98/100 · $2,060/mo

    Internet 92/100 with 98/100 safety — about $2,060/mo all-in.

  7. 7. Hiroshima, Japan

    Internet 92/100 · Safety 96/100 · $1,620/mo

    Internet 92/100 with 96/100 safety — about $1,620/mo all-in.

  8. 8. Kanazawa, Japan

    Internet 92/100 · Safety 96/100 · $1,600/mo

    Internet 92/100 with 96/100 safety — about $1,600/mo all-in.

  9. 9. Sapporo, Japan

    Internet 92/100 · Safety 96/100 · $1,570/mo

    Internet 92/100 with 96/100 safety — about $1,570/mo all-in.

  10. 10. Hong Kong, Hong Kong

    Internet 92/100 · Safety 88/100 · $3,680/mo

    Internet 92/100 with 88/100 safety — about $3,680/mo all-in.

  11. 11. Kuwait City, Kuwait

    Internet 92/100 · Safety 82/100 · $2,560/mo

    Internet 92/100 with 82/100 safety — about $2,560/mo all-in.

  12. 12. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

    Internet 92/100 · Safety 82/100 · $2,810/mo

    Internet 92/100 with 82/100 safety — about $2,810/mo all-in.

Frequently asked questions

Cities with the fastest internet in Asia — which city is #1?

Seoul, South Korea tops this list. Internet 96/100 with 92/100 safety — about $2,170/mo all-in. Kaohsiung and Lusail round out the top three.

How is this ranking calculated?

Ranked by Jonzy internet score (0–100); safety breaks ties. 86 catalog cities in Asia 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 Asia?

Seoul runs about $2,170/month all-in for one person — rent, food, transport, healthcare, utilities and everyday extras. See the Seoul city guide for the full cost breakdown, visa options and FAQ.