Side-by-side city decision # Hoi An vs Ljubljana. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link Hoi AnVietnam1/6 VS LjubljanaSlovenia3/6 $845Hoi An monthly budget $1,675Ljubljana monthly budget 85 MbpsHoi An internet 155 MbpsLjubljana internet Decision summary Ljubljana Ljubljana leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Hoi An Speed Fastest internet Ljubljana Vibe Best nomad vibe Tie Safety Highest safety Tie Air Cleanest air Ljubljana Walk Most walkable Ljubljana Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Hoi An](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/vietnam/hoi-an.md) Vietnam 1/6 Budget$845 Internet85 Mbps Vibe8/10 [Ljubljana](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/slovenia/ljubljana.md) Slovenia 3/6 Budget$1,675 Internet155 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 MetricHoi AnLjubljana Total estimated budget $845 $1,675 1-bed center rent $420 $1,050 Coworking desk $95 $210 Local meal $2.3 $13.5 Cappuccino $2.2 $2.4 Gym membership $28 $48 Transport budget $55 $45 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals MetricHoi AnLjubljana Internet speed 85 Mbps 155 Mbps Nomad vibe 8/10 8/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals MetricHoi AnLjubljana Safety index 78/100 78/100 Air quality 68/100 82/100 Walkability 7/10 9/10 Female safety 8/10 8/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 6/10 7/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals MetricHoi AnLjubljana Healthcare quality Good Excellent English proficiency Average Good Climate type Tropical monsoon Humid continental Best time to visit Feb - Apr May - Sep 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. [Hoi An](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/vietnam/hoi-an.md) Vietnam → ### Strengths * Low everyday costs compared with major regional hubs * Charming UNESCO-listed old town and riverside setting * Strong café culture and reliable fiber internet * Easy access to beaches, rice fields, and Da Nang * Relaxed pace with relatively light traffic * Excellent Vietnamese food and international dining ### Trade-offs * Heavy rain and occasional flooding during wet season * Limited specialist healthcare compared with Da Nang * Tourist crowds can overwhelm the Old Town * Scooter use is often needed beyond the center * Power and internet can be disrupted in major storms * Nightlife is quieter than in larger Vietnamese cities ### Common visa routes * Vietnam e-Visa * Visa exemption for eligible nationalities * Business or work visa with employer sponsorship [Ljubljana](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/slovenia/ljubljana.md) Slovenia → ### Strengths * Very safe, compact, and easy to navigate on foot or by bicycle * Fast, reliable fiber internet and widespread card payments * Excellent tap water and clean public spaces * Beautiful access to the Alps, lakes, coast, and neighboring capitals * Strong café culture, greenery, and high overall quality of life * English is widely spoken among younger people and in central areas ### Trade-offs * Long-term apartment supply is tight and rents have risen sharply * No dedicated digital nomad visa currently exists * Winters can be cold, foggy, and damp * The city can feel quiet for people seeking major-city nightlife * Slovenian bureaucracy can be slow and documentation-heavy * Air quality may worsen during winter temperature inversions ### Common visa routes * Schengen short-stay visa-free or C visa: up to 90 days in any 180-day period * Slovenian temporary residence permit for work, study, family reunification, or self-employment * EU/EEA/Swiss free-movement registration for qualifying longer stays 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.