Side-by-side city decision # Amed vs Salinas. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link AmedIndonesia4 VS SalinasEcuador1 $610Amed monthly budget $680Salinas monthly budget 25 MbpsAmed internet 15 MbpsSalinas internet Decision summary Amed Amed leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Amed Speed Fastest internet Amed Vibe Best nomad vibe Tie Safety Highest safety Amed Air Cleanest air Amed Walk Most walkable Salinas Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Amed](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/indonesia/amed.md) Indonesia 4/6 Budget$610 Internet25 Mbps Vibe7/10 [Salinas](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/ecuador/salinas.md) Ecuador 1/6 Budget$680 Internet15 Mbps Vibe7/10 Full comparison ## Compare what matters Green marks the stronger numeric result. Text-only categories are presented without a winner. Differences only ### Monthly budget and costs 7 signals Total estimated budget $610 $680 1-bed center rent $250 $350 Coworking desk $80 $100 Local meal $3 $4 Cappuccino $2.5 $2.5 Gym membership $30 $30 Transport budget $60 $30 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals Internet speed 25 Mbps 15 Mbps Nomad vibe 7/10 7/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals Safety index 85/100 55/100 Air quality 85/100 80/100 Walkability 4/10 7/10 Female safety 7/10 6/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 5/10 6/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals Healthcare quality Average Average English proficiency Average Basic Climate type Tropical monsoon Tropical arid Best time to visit May - Oct Jun - Dec Beyond the numbers ## What each city asks you to trade Costs and scores help narrow the choice. These practical strengths and limitations finish the picture. [Amed](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/indonesia/amed.md) Indonesia → ### Strengths * Incredible snorkeling and diving right off the shore * Very low cost of living compared to southern Bali * Peaceful, slow-paced lifestyle away from crowds * Stunning sunrise views over Mount Agung * Friendly local community with authentic Balinese culture * Good internet in villas with fiber optic ### Trade-offs * Very limited coworking spaces – most work from cafes or home * Need a scooter to get around – limited public transport * Nightlife is almost non-existent – quiet after dark * Healthcare facilities are basic; serious issues require trip to Denpasar * Frequent power cuts and water shortages during dry season * Few international dining options – mostly local warungs ### Common visa routes * B211A Business Visa * Social-Cultural Visa * KITAS (Temporary Stay) [Salinas](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/ecuador/salinas.md) Ecuador → ### Strengths * Affordable cost of living * Beautiful beaches * Warm weather year-round * Friendly locals * Good seafood * Easy access to Guayaquil ### Trade-offs * Limited coworking spaces * Internet reliability issues * Petty crime * Spanish language barrier * Lack of nightlife variety * Hot and humid in summer ### Common visa routes * Tourist visa (90 days) * Visa 12-X (visitor visa extension) * Professional visa (requires employer) Reading the result ## Use this as a planning benchmark The headline score compares six directional signals. It does not weight personal priorities, visa eligibility, household size or individual lifestyle choices. Costs are monthly estimates, not guaranteed prices. Higher is better for quality scores and connectivity. Lower is better for budgets and individual expenses.