Galway vs Milan: cost of living for digital nomads
Galway, Ireland and Milan, Italy, 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
- Galway is about 0% cheaper than Milan for a month of nomad living ($2,615 vs $2,625).
- Rent is the biggest gap: $1,300 in Milan against $1,350 in Galway.
- Galway scores higher on safety (8/10 vs 7/10).
- Internet is faster in Galway: 180 Mbps typical against 150 Mbps.
- Both have a temperate climate.
Galway wins 5 of the measured lines; Milan wins 3.
Frequently asked questions
Which city is cheaper, Galway or Milan?
Galway is cheaper: about $2,615/month against $2,625/month in Milan, roughly 0% less for a typical remote worker's budget.
Which city is safer, Galway or Milan?
Galway scores higher on safety: 8/10 against 7/10 for Milan.
Which has faster internet, Galway or Milan?
Galway has faster typical internet: 180 Mbps against 150 Mbps in Milan.
| Line | Galway | Milan |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly total (USD) | $2,615 | $2,625 |
| Rent | $1,350 | $1,300 |
| Food | $550 | $580 |
| Transport | $85 | $45 |
| Coworking | $150 | $200 |
| Safety (out of 10) | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Internet (Mbps) | 180 | 150 |
| Climate | temperate | temperate |
| City size | small | metro |
| Setting | coast | inland |
| Nomad score (out of 10) | 6/10 | 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): Galway September 11, 2026, Milan September 10, 2026.