Lyon vs Porto: cost of living for digital nomads
Lyon, France and Porto, Portugal, 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
- Porto is about 11% cheaper than Lyon for a month of nomad living ($1,900 vs $2,140).
- Porto scores higher on safety (9/10 vs 8/10).
- Internet is faster in Lyon: 200 Mbps typical against 120 Mbps.
- Lyon is temperate; Porto is mediterranean.
Lyon wins 1 of the measured lines; Porto wins 6.
Frequently asked questions
Which city is cheaper, Lyon or Porto?
Porto is cheaper: about $1,900/month against $2,140/month in Lyon, roughly 11% less for a typical remote worker's budget.
Which city is safer, Lyon or Porto?
Porto scores higher on safety: 9/10 against 8/10 for Lyon.
Which has faster internet, Lyon or Porto?
Lyon has faster typical internet: 200 Mbps against 120 Mbps in Porto.
| Line | Lyon | Porto |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly total (USD) | $2,140 | $1,900 |
| Rent | $950 | $950 |
| Food | $520 | $450 |
| Transport | $70 | $40 |
| Coworking | $160 | $130 |
| Safety (out of 10) | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| Internet (Mbps) | 200 | 120 |
| Climate | temperate | mediterranean |
| City size | metro | metro |
| Setting | inland | coast |
| Nomad score (out of 10) | 7/10 | 9/10 |
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): Lyon September 11, 2026, Porto November 7, 2026.