Side-by-side city decision # Ghent vs Amed. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link GhentBelgium2/6 VS AmedIndonesia3/6 $1,915Ghent monthly budget $1,000Amed monthly budget 180 MbpsGhent internet 45 MbpsAmed internet Decision summary Amed Amed leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Amed Speed Fastest internet Ghent Vibe Best nomad vibe Tie Safety Highest safety Amed Air Cleanest air Amed Walk Most walkable Ghent Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Ghent](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/belgium/ghent.md) Belgium 2/6 Budget$1,915 Internet180 Mbps Vibe8/10 [Amed](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/indonesia/amed.md) Indonesia 3/6 Budget$1,000 Internet45 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 MetricGhentAmed Total estimated budget $1,915 $1,000 1-bed center rent $1,160 $550 Coworking desk $260 $120 Local meal $19.5 $2.3 Cappuccino $3.9 $2.5 Gym membership $48 $35 Transport budget $55 $70 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals MetricGhentAmed Internet speed 180 Mbps 45 Mbps Nomad vibe 8/10 8/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals MetricGhentAmed Safety index 72/100 78/100 Air quality 78/100 83/100 Walkability 9/10 4/10 Female safety 8/10 7/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 9/10 6/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals MetricGhentAmed Healthcare quality Excellent Average English proficiency Excellent Average Climate type Temperate oceanic Tropical monsoon Best time to visit May - Sep May - 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. [Ghent](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/belgium/ghent.md) Belgium → ### Strengths * Exceptionally walkable and bicycle-friendly historic center * Fast, reliable fiber internet and strong mobile coverage * High English proficiency among students and young professionals * Excellent rail links to Brussels, Antwerp, Bruges, and Europe * Inclusive, progressive atmosphere with a lively cultural calendar * Safe tap water and high-quality public healthcare ### Trade-offs * Housing is expensive and well-priced furnished flats move quickly * Rain, wind, and gray winter days can feel persistent * Belgian taxes and administrative procedures are complex * Restaurants, alcohol, and everyday services cost more than in southern Europe * There is no dedicated Belgian digital nomad visa * Cycling requires confidence around tram tracks and heavy bike traffic ### Common visa routes * Schengen short-stay visa * Belgian self-employed professional card route * EU Blue Card or local employment permit [Amed](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/indonesia/amed.md) Indonesia → ### Strengths * Quiet coastal setting with excellent snorkeling and diving * Lower living costs than Canggu, Ubud, and Seminyak * Dramatic Mount Agung and sunrise views * Friendly local community and relaxed pace * Generally clean air and little urban traffic * Good local Indonesian food at modest prices ### Trade-offs * A scooter is close to essential for daily life * Internet quality varies substantially by villa and village * Few formal coworking spaces or dedicated desks * Healthcare is limited compared with southern Bali * Long transfer time to Denpasar airport * Limited nightlife, shopping, and international dining ### Common visa routes * Visa on Arrival / e-VOA for eligible nationalities * B211A Visit Visa * E33G Remote Worker 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.