Montreal vs Oranjestad: cost of living for digital nomads
Montreal, Canada and Oranjestad, Aruba, 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
- Oranjestad is about 6% cheaper than Montreal for a month of nomad living ($2,360 vs $2,500).
- Oranjestad scores higher on safety (8/10 vs 7/10).
- Internet is faster in Montreal: 250 Mbps typical against 150 Mbps.
- Montreal is continental; Oranjestad is arid.
Montreal wins 2 of the measured lines; Oranjestad wins 4.
Frequently asked questions
Which city is cheaper, Montreal or Oranjestad?
Oranjestad is cheaper: about $2,360/month against $2,500/month in Montreal, roughly 6% less for a typical remote worker's budget.
Which city is safer, Montreal or Oranjestad?
Oranjestad scores higher on safety: 8/10 against 7/10 for Montreal.
Which has faster internet, Montreal or Oranjestad?
Montreal has faster typical internet: 250 Mbps against 150 Mbps in Oranjestad.
| Line | Montreal | Oranjestad |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly total (USD) | $2,500 | $2,360 |
| Rent | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Food | $560 | $560 |
| Transport | $80 | $60 |
| Coworking | $170 | $120 |
| Safety (out of 10) | 7/10 | 8/10 |
| Internet (Mbps) | 250 | 150 |
| Climate | continental | arid |
| City size | metro | small |
| Setting | inland | island |
| Nomad score (out of 10) | 8/10 | 6/10 |
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): Montreal September 11, 2026, Oranjestad September 11, 2026.