Glasgow vs Gothenburg: cost of living for digital nomads
Glasgow, United Kingdom and Gothenburg, Sweden, 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
- Glasgow is about 9% cheaper than Gothenburg for a month of nomad living ($2,220 vs $2,450).
- Rent is the biggest gap: $1,000 in Glasgow against $1,150 in Gothenburg.
- Gothenburg scores higher on safety (8/10 vs 6/10).
- Internet is faster in Gothenburg: 250 Mbps typical against 200 Mbps.
- Both have a temperate climate.
Glasgow wins 4 of the measured lines; Gothenburg wins 4.
Frequently asked questions
Which city is cheaper, Glasgow or Gothenburg?
Glasgow is cheaper: about $2,220/month against $2,450/month in Gothenburg, roughly 9% less for a typical remote worker's budget.
Which city is safer, Glasgow or Gothenburg?
Gothenburg scores higher on safety: 8/10 against 6/10 for Glasgow.
Which has faster internet, Glasgow or Gothenburg?
Gothenburg has faster typical internet: 250 Mbps against 200 Mbps in Glasgow.
| Line | Glasgow | Gothenburg |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly total (USD) | $2,220 | $2,450 |
| Rent | $1,000 | $1,150 |
| Food | $520 | $560 |
| Transport | $95 | $80 |
| Coworking | $155 | $170 |
| Safety (out of 10) | 6/10 | 8/10 |
| Internet (Mbps) | 200 | 250 |
| Climate | temperate | temperate |
| City size | metro | mid |
| Setting | inland | coast |
| 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): Glasgow September 11, 2026, Gothenburg September 11, 2026.