Side-by-side city decision # Ibiza vs Canggu. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link IbizaSpain4/6 VS CangguIndonesia1/6 $2,820Ibiza monthly budget $1,590Canggu monthly budget 185 MbpsIbiza internet 85 MbpsCanggu internet Decision summary Ibiza Ibiza leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Canggu Speed Fastest internet Ibiza Vibe Best nomad vibe Tie Safety Highest safety Ibiza Air Cleanest air Ibiza Walk Most walkable Ibiza Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Ibiza](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/spain/ibiza.md) Spain 4/6 Budget$2,820 Internet185 Mbps Vibe8/10 [Canggu](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/indonesia/canggu.md) Indonesia 1/6 Budget$1,590 Internet85 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 MetricIbizaCanggu Total estimated budget $2,820 $1,590 1-bed center rent $1,850 $950 Coworking desk $290 $170 Local meal $17.5 $3.3 Cappuccino $3.3 $2.7 Gym membership $65 $55 Transport budget $70 $90 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals MetricIbizaCanggu Internet speed 185 Mbps 85 Mbps Nomad vibe 8/10 8/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals MetricIbizaCanggu Safety index 74/100 72/100 Air quality 88/100 74/100 Walkability 7/10 4/10 Female safety 8/10 7/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 9/10 7/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals MetricIbizaCanggu Healthcare quality Excellent Good English proficiency Good Good Climate type Mediterranean Tropical monsoon Best time to visit Apr - Jun 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. [Ibiza](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/spain/ibiza.md) Spain → ### Strengths * Beautiful beaches and clear Mediterranean water * Strong international remote-worker and creative scene * Fast fiber internet is widely available in town * Very safe by European resort-city standards * Excellent nightlife, wellness, and outdoor activities * Long sunny season with mild winters ### Trade-offs * Housing costs are exceptionally high, especially in summer * Seasonal crowds, traffic, and noise can be intense * Long-term rentals are scarce and competitive * Public transport is limited outside main routes * Restaurants, taxis, and nightlife add up quickly * Many businesses reduce hours or close in winter ### Common visa routes * Spain Digital Nomad Visa * Schengen short-stay visa-free or tourist stay * Spanish non-lucrative residence visa [Canggu](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/indonesia/canggu.md) Indonesia → ### Strengths * Large and active international remote-worker community * Excellent choice of cafes, coworking spaces, and wellness studios * Warm tropical weather and nearby beaches * Strong food scene spanning cheap warungs to high-end restaurants * English is widely understood in tourist-facing businesses * Convenient digital payments and affordable mobile data ### Trade-offs * Traffic congestion is severe on main roads * Rents and short-term villas are expensive for Indonesia * Sidewalks are limited and walking can be unsafe * Rainy-season flooding and construction noise are common * Tap water is not safe to drink * Scooter accidents and petty theft are real risks ### Common visa routes * Visa on Arrival / e-VOA * C1 Tourist 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.