★ Best places to live
Best cities for digital nomads in Europe
Affordable, well-connected cities popular with remote workers, ranked by cost of living.
The Best cities for digital nomads in Europe, ranked by Cost index across 5 cities we track in the region. Budapest leads with 67, ahead of Porto and Lisbon.
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Which cities top this ranking?
Budapest leads at 67, followed by Porto and Lisbon. The full ranking of 5 cities is listed above.
How is this ranking calculated?
We sort all 5 cities in our index by Cost index. Figures are calibrated estimates, refreshed as we expand coverage — a practical guide, not official statistics.
Can I compare these cities in detail?
Yes. Open any city for its cost of living, rent, taxes, visas and quality of life, or use CostTrek’s side-by-side comparison to weigh two cities against each other.