Side-by-side city decision

# Amsterdam vs Ubud.

A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit.

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AmsterdamNetherlands4
VS
UbudIndonesia1

$2,800Amsterdam monthly budget
$890Ubud monthly budget
100 MbpsAmsterdam internet
25 MbpsUbud internet

Decision summary
Amsterdam

Amsterdam leads on more of the six headline signals.

Cost
Best budget
Ubud

Speed
Fastest internet
Amsterdam

Vibe
Best nomad vibe
Tie

Safety
Highest safety
Amsterdam

Air
Cleanest air
Amsterdam

Walk
Most walkable
Amsterdam

Quick read

## Two cities at a glance

The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison.

[Amsterdam](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/netherlands/amsterdam.md)
Netherlands

4/6

Budget$2,800
Internet100 Mbps
Vibe8/10

[Ubud](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/indonesia/ubud.md)
Indonesia

1/6

Budget$890
Internet25 Mbps
Vibe8/10

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
$2,800
$890

1-bed center rent
$1,700
$450

Coworking desk
$350
$120

Local meal
$18
$4

Cappuccino
$4
$2.5

Gym membership
$50
$35

Transport budget
$100
$50

### Work and infrastructure

2 signals

Internet speed
100 Mbps
25 Mbps

Nomad vibe
8/10
8/10

### Quality of life

5 signals

Safety index
75/100
70/100

Air quality
80/100
45/100

Walkability
9/10
6/10

Female safety
8/10
8/10

LGBTQ+ friendly
9/10
7/10

### Culture and climate

4 signals

Healthcare quality
Excellent
Average

English proficiency
Excellent
Good

Climate type
Oceanic
Tropical monsoon

Best time to visit
May - Sep
Apr - Oct

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.

[Amsterdam](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/netherlands/amsterdam.md)
Netherlands

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### Strengths

* Excellent public transport and bike infrastructure

* English widely spoken, easy for expats

* Rich cultural scene (museums, festivals, nightlife)

* International hub with diverse community

* High quality of life and safety

* Beautiful canals and architecture

### Trade-offs

* Very high cost of living, especially rent

* Housing shortage requires early booking

* Rainy and cloudy weather year-round

* Tourist crowds in central areas

* Complex bureaucracy for registration

* Short daylight hours in winter

### Common visa routes

* Tourist visa (90 days)

* Digital nomad visa (via Netherlands)

* Short-stay Schengen

[Ubud](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/indonesia/ubud.md)
Indonesia

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### Strengths

* Affordable cost of living

* Strong digital nomad community

* Rich cultural and spiritual scene

* Beautiful rice terraces and nature

* Good yoga and wellness options

* Delicious local cuisine

### Trade-offs

* Traffic congestion on narrow roads

* Poor air quality during dry season

* Limited healthcare facilities

* Touristy and crowded in peak season

* Visa runs required every 30-60 days

* Unreliable internet in some areas

### Common visa routes

* Visa on Arrival (30 days)

* B211A Cultural Visa (60 days)

* Social Visit Visa (60 days, extendable)

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.