Lisbon vs Rome: cost of living for digital nomads
Lisbon, Portugal and Rome, 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
- Rome is about 7% cheaper than Lisbon for a month of nomad living ($2,325 vs $2,500).
- Rent is the biggest gap: $1,100 in Rome against $1,400 in Lisbon.
- Lisbon scores higher on safety (9/10 vs 7/10).
- Both have a mediterranean climate.
Lisbon wins 4 of the measured lines; Rome wins 2.
Frequently asked questions
Which city is cheaper, Lisbon or Rome?
Rome is cheaper: about $2,325/month against $2,500/month in Lisbon, roughly 7% less for a typical remote worker's budget.
Which city is safer, Lisbon or Rome?
Lisbon scores higher on safety: 9/10 against 7/10 for Rome.
Which has faster internet, Lisbon or Rome?
Lisbon and Rome have about the same typical internet speed, 120 Mbps.
| Line | Lisbon | Rome |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly total (USD) | $2,500 | $2,325 |
| Rent | $1,400 | $1,100 |
| Food | $500 | $550 |
| Transport | $45 | $45 |
| Coworking | $150 | $180 |
| Safety (out of 10) | 9/10 | 7/10 |
| Internet (Mbps) | 120 | 120 |
| Climate | mediterranean | mediterranean |
| City size | metro | metro |
| Setting | coast | inland |
| Nomad score (out of 10) | 10/10 | 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): Lisbon November 1, 2026, Rome September 10, 2026.