Side-by-side city decision # Fukuoka vs Valencia. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link FukuokaJapan2/6 VS ValenciaSpain3/6 $1,280Fukuoka monthly budget $1,935Valencia monthly budget 180 MbpsFukuoka internet 290 MbpsValencia internet Decision summary Valencia Valencia leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Fukuoka Speed Fastest internet Valencia Vibe Best nomad vibe Valencia Safety Highest safety Fukuoka Air Cleanest air Tie Walk Most walkable Valencia Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Fukuoka](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/japan/fukuoka.md) Japan 2/6 Budget$1,280 Internet180 Mbps Vibe8/10 [Valencia](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/spain/valencia.md) Spain 3/6 Budget$1,935 Internet290 Mbps Vibe9/10 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 MetricFukuokaValencia Total estimated budget $1,280 $1,935 1-bed center rent $650 $1,250 Coworking desk $220 $210 Local meal $6.8 $15.5 Cappuccino $3.5 $2.2 Gym membership $65 $45 Transport budget $70 $35 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals MetricFukuokaValencia Internet speed 180 Mbps 290 Mbps Nomad vibe 8/10 9/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals MetricFukuokaValencia Safety index 87/100 74/100 Air quality 78/100 78/100 Walkability 8/10 9/10 Female safety 9/10 8/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 6/10 9/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals MetricFukuokaValencia Healthcare quality Excellent Excellent English proficiency Average Good Climate type Humid subtropical Mediterranean Best time to visit Oct - Nov Mar - Jun 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. [Fukuoka](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/japan/fukuoka.md) Japan → ### Strengths * Lower living costs than Tokyo and Osaka * Fast, reliable fiber internet and extensive 5G * Exceptionally safe and clean urban environment * Excellent ramen, seafood, and casual dining * Airport is remarkably close to the city center * Walkable core with efficient subway connections ### Trade-offs * Summer heat, humidity, and typhoon risk can be intense * English is limited outside international-facing businesses * Apartments often require substantial upfront move-in fees * Digital-nomad community is smaller than Tokyo's * Some smaller shops and bars remain cash-oriented * Visa options for long-term remote workers are restrictive ### Common visa routes * Japan Digital Nomad Visa * Temporary Visitor Visa Waiver * Working Holiday Visa [Valencia](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/spain/valencia.md) Spain → ### Strengths * Sunny Mediterranean climate with beaches close to the center * Excellent walkability, cycling lanes, and affordable public transport * Strong café culture and a growing international remote-work community * Generally lower living costs than Barcelona and Madrid * Fast fiber internet is widely available * Safe, relaxed, and LGBTQ+-friendly atmosphere ### Trade-offs * Central rental prices have risen sharply * Summer humidity and heat can be uncomfortable * Landlord paperwork and deposits can be frustrating * English is less common outside international and central areas * Las Fallas brings intense noise, crowds, and accommodation demand * Some older flats have poor insulation and limited heating ### Common visa routes * Spain Digital Nomad Visa * Non-Lucrative Visa * Schengen Short-Stay Visa 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.