Galway vs Utrecht: cost of living for digital nomads
Galway, Ireland and Utrecht, Netherlands, 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 1% cheaper than Utrecht for a month of nomad living ($2,615 vs $2,645).
- Both score 8/10 on safety.
- Internet is faster in Utrecht: 200 Mbps typical against 180 Mbps.
- Both have a temperate climate.
Galway wins 3 of the measured lines; Utrecht wins 3.
Frequently asked questions
Which city is cheaper, Galway or Utrecht?
Galway is cheaper: about $2,615/month against $2,645/month in Utrecht, roughly 1% less for a typical remote worker's budget.
Which city is safer, Galway or Utrecht?
Galway and Utrecht score the same on safety, 8/10 each.
Which has faster internet, Galway or Utrecht?
Utrecht has faster typical internet: 200 Mbps against 180 Mbps in Galway.
| Line | Galway | Utrecht |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly total (USD) | $2,615 | $2,645 |
| Rent | $1,350 | $1,350 |
| Food | $550 | $560 |
| Transport | $85 | $65 |
| Coworking | $150 | $180 |
| Safety (out of 10) | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Internet (Mbps) | 180 | 200 |
| Climate | temperate | temperate |
| City size | small | mid |
| 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, Utrecht September 10, 2026.