Florence vs Glasgow: cost of living for digital nomads
Florence, Italy and Glasgow, United Kingdom, line by line from the catalogue: what a month costs, rent, food, coworking, safety and internet. Every figure links back to its source on the city page.
The short version
- Florence is about 4% cheaper than Glasgow for a month of nomad living ($2,140 vs $2,220).
- Florence scores higher on safety (8/10 vs 6/10).
- Internet is faster in Glasgow: 200 Mbps typical against 110 Mbps.
- Florence is mediterranean; Glasgow is temperate.
Florence wins 4 of the measured lines; Glasgow wins 2.
Frequently asked questions
Which city is cheaper, Florence or Glasgow?
Florence is cheaper: about $2,140/month against $2,220/month in Glasgow, roughly 4% less for a typical remote worker's budget.
Which city is safer, Florence or Glasgow?
Florence scores higher on safety: 8/10 against 6/10 for Glasgow.
Which has faster internet, Florence or Glasgow?
Glasgow has faster typical internet: 200 Mbps against 110 Mbps in Florence.
| Line | Florence | Glasgow |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly total (USD) | $2,140 | $2,220 |
| Rent | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Food | $520 | $520 |
| Transport | $40 | $95 |
| Coworking | $160 | $155 |
| Safety (out of 10) | 8/10 | 6/10 |
| Internet (Mbps) | 110 | 200 |
| Climate | mediterranean | temperate |
| City size | mid | metro |
| Setting | inland | inland |
| Nomad score (out of 10) | 7/10 | 6/10 |
Costs are typical monthly figures for one person in USD, from the sources named on each city page; safety and internet are the catalogue's own ratings. Cost figures verified (Eastern Time): Florence September 10, 2026, Glasgow September 11, 2026.