Florence vs Seoul: cost of living for digital nomads
Florence, Italy and Seoul, South Korea, 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 3% cheaper than Seoul for a month of nomad living ($2,140 vs $2,200).
- Seoul scores higher on safety (9/10 vs 8/10).
- Internet is faster in Seoul: 250 Mbps typical against 110 Mbps.
- Florence is mediterranean; Seoul is continental.
Florence wins 4 of the measured lines; Seoul wins 2.
Frequently asked questions
Which city is cheaper, Florence or Seoul?
Florence is cheaper: about $2,140/month against $2,200/month in Seoul, roughly 3% less for a typical remote worker's budget.
Which city is safer, Florence or Seoul?
Seoul scores higher on safety: 9/10 against 8/10 for Florence.
Which has faster internet, Florence or Seoul?
Seoul has faster typical internet: 250 Mbps against 110 Mbps in Florence.
| Line | Florence | Seoul |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly total (USD) | $2,140 | $2,200 |
| Rent | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Food | $520 | $550 |
| Transport | $40 | $80 |
| Coworking | $160 | $170 |
| Safety (out of 10) | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| Internet (Mbps) | 110 | 250 |
| Climate | mediterranean | continental |
| City size | mid | metro |
| Setting | inland | inland |
| Nomad score (out of 10) | 7/10 | 7/10 |
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, Seoul November 10, 2026.