Side-by-side city decision # Las Palmas de Gran Canaria vs Stockholm. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link Las Palmas de Gran CanariaSpain3 VS StockholmSweden1 $1,340Las Palmas de Gran Canaria monthly budget $2,000Stockholm monthly budget 150 MbpsLas Palmas de Gran Canaria internet 120 MbpsStockholm internet Decision summary Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Las Palmas de Gran Canaria leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Speed Fastest internet Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Vibe Best nomad vibe Tie Safety Highest safety Stockholm Air Cleanest air Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Walk Most walkable Tie Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Las Palmas de Gran Canaria](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/spain/las-palmas-de-gran-canaria.md) Spain 3/6 Budget$1,340 Internet150 Mbps Vibe8/10 [Stockholm](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/sweden/stockholm.md) Sweden 1/6 Budget$2,000 Internet120 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 Total estimated budget $1,340 $2,000 1-bed center rent $700 $1,200 Coworking desk $180 $350 Local meal $12 $15 Cappuccino $2.5 $4.5 Gym membership $40 $50 Transport budget $40 $100 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals Internet speed 150 Mbps 120 Mbps Nomad vibe 8/10 8/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals Safety index 70/100 85/100 Air quality 85/100 78/100 Walkability 8/10 8/10 Female safety 8/10 9/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 9/10 9/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals Healthcare quality Good Excellent English proficiency Average Excellent Climate type Subtropical Humid continental Best time to visit Nov - Mar 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. [Las Palmas de Gran Canaria](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/spain/las-palmas-de-gran-canaria.md) Spain → ### Strengths * Year-round mild climate * Affordable cost of living * Excellent beaches and outdoor activities * Good fiber internet * Safe and stable * Vibrant expat community ### Trade-offs * Limited nightlife compared to mainland * Less English speakers outside tourist areas * Isolated location (flights can be pricey) * Occasional strong winds (calima) * Bureaucracy for residency * Limited job opportunities locally ### Common visa routes * Digital Nomad Visa * Non-Lucrative Visa * Student Visa [Stockholm](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/sweden/stockholm.md) Sweden → ### Strengths * Excellent English proficiency * Strong digital infrastructure and fast internet * High safety and social trust * Beautiful archipelago and nature access * Excellent healthcare system * Progressive and LGBTQ+ friendly society ### Trade-offs * High cost of living, especially rent * Dark winters with limited daylight * Difficult to get personal number without job offer * Restaurant dining is expensive * Alcohol is heavily taxed and pricey * Complex tax rules for freelancers ### Common visa routes * Schengen visa (90 days) * Residence permit for digital nomads (not specific, can apply under self-employed) * Swedish personal number for long 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.