San Jose vs Victoria: cost of living for digital nomads
San Jose, Costa Rica and Victoria, Seychelles, 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
- San Jose is about 3% cheaper than Victoria for a month of nomad living ($1,900 vs $1,955).
- Victoria scores higher on safety (8/10 vs 7/10).
- Internet is faster in Victoria: 100 Mbps typical against 80 Mbps.
- Both have a tropical climate.
San Jose wins 3 of the measured lines; Victoria wins 4.
Frequently asked questions
Which city is cheaper, San Jose or Victoria?
San Jose is cheaper: about $1,900/month against $1,955/month in Victoria, roughly 3% less for a typical remote worker's budget.
Which city is safer, San Jose or Victoria?
Victoria scores higher on safety: 8/10 against 7/10 for San Jose.
Which has faster internet, San Jose or Victoria?
Victoria has faster typical internet: 100 Mbps against 80 Mbps in San Jose.
| Line | San Jose | Victoria |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly total (USD) | $1,900 | $1,955 |
| Rent | $900 | $900 |
| Food | $480 | $520 |
| Transport | $55 | $45 |
| Coworking | $140 | $110 |
| Safety (out of 10) | 7/10 | 8/10 |
| Internet (Mbps) | 80 | 100 |
| Climate | tropical | tropical |
| City size | metro | small |
| Setting | inland | island |
| Nomad score (out of 10) | 8/10 | 5/10 |
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): San Jose November 7, 2026, Victoria September 11, 2026.