Side-by-side city decision # Guiyang vs Fes. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link GuiyangChina3/6 VS FesMorocco1/6 $735Guiyang monthly budget $655Fes monthly budget 180 MbpsGuiyang internet 45 MbpsFes internet Decision summary Guiyang Guiyang leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Fes Speed Fastest internet Guiyang Vibe Best nomad vibe Tie Safety Highest safety Guiyang Air Cleanest air Guiyang Walk Most walkable Tie Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Guiyang](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/china/guiyang.md) China 3/6 Budget$735 Internet180 Mbps Vibe6/10 [Fes](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/morocco/fes.md) Morocco 1/6 Budget$655 Internet45 Mbps Vibe6/10 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 MetricGuiyangFes Total estimated budget $735 $655 1-bed center rent $350 $330 Coworking desk $120 $110 Local meal $3.2 $3.5 Cappuccino $3.6 $1.8 Gym membership $35 $22 Transport budget $25 $25 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals MetricGuiyangFes Internet speed 180 Mbps 45 Mbps Nomad vibe 6/10 6/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals MetricGuiyangFes Safety index 76/100 62/100 Air quality 65/100 64/100 Walkability 7/10 7/10 Female safety 7/10 6/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 4/10 3/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals MetricGuiyangFes Healthcare quality Good Average English proficiency Basic Basic Climate type Humid subtropical highland Mediterranean Best time to visit Mar - May Mar - May 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. [Guiyang](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/china/guiyang.md) China → ### Strengths * Very affordable rent, food, and daily services * Cooler summers than many major Chinese cities * Extensive metro system and inexpensive ride-hailing * Strong mobile payments and widespread 5G coverage * Excellent Guizhou cuisine and nearby natural scenery * Generally low street-crime risk ### Trade-offs * English is limited outside international hotels and universities * Foreign internet services require a reliable VPN * Persistent rain, cloud cover, and humidity are common * International coworking and nomad communities are small * Tap water should not be consumed untreated * Visa rules are not designed for long-term remote work ### Common visa routes * China L tourist visa * China M business visa * China work or residence permit [Fes](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/morocco/fes.md) Morocco → ### Strengths * Very affordable rents and everyday expenses * Remarkably rich historic medina and traditional culture * Excellent Moroccan food at local prices * Walkable central districts with atmospheric streets * Milder spring and autumn weather than hotter Moroccan cities * Friendly local hospitality and strong craft traditions ### Trade-offs * English is limited outside tourist-facing businesses * Reliable dedicated coworking choices are scarce * Cash is essential for many daily purchases * Summer heat can be intense * Medina navigation can be confusing and noisy * Social attitudes are conservative, especially for LGBTQ+ travelers ### Common visa routes * Visa-free entry up to 90 days for many nationalities * Tourist visa through a Moroccan consulate where required * Temporary residence permit for qualifying workers, students, or investors 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.