Side-by-side city decision # Lisbon vs Hoi An. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link LisbonPortugal4/6 VS Hoi AnVietnam2/6 $2,275Lisbon monthly budget $845Hoi An monthly budget 220 MbpsLisbon internet 85 MbpsHoi An internet Decision summary Lisbon Lisbon leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Hoi An Speed Fastest internet Lisbon Vibe Best nomad vibe Lisbon Safety Highest safety Hoi An Air Cleanest air Lisbon Walk Most walkable Lisbon Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Lisbon](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/portugal/lisbon.md) Portugal 4/6 Budget$2,275 Internet220 Mbps Vibe9/10 [Hoi An](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/vietnam/hoi-an.md) Vietnam 2/6 Budget$845 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 MetricLisbonHoi An Total estimated budget $2,275 $845 1-bed center rent $1,550 $420 Coworking desk $240 $95 Local meal $13 $2.3 Cappuccino $2.4 $2.2 Gym membership $45 $28 Transport budget $45 $55 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals MetricLisbonHoi An Internet speed 220 Mbps 85 Mbps Nomad vibe 9/10 8/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals MetricLisbonHoi An Safety index 67/100 78/100 Air quality 78/100 68/100 Walkability 9/10 7/10 Female safety 8/10 8/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 9/10 6/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals MetricLisbonHoi An Healthcare quality Good Good English proficiency Good Average Climate type Mediterranean Tropical monsoon Best time to visit Apr - Jun Feb - Apr 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. [Lisbon](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/portugal/lisbon.md) Portugal → ### Strengths * Large, international remote-worker community * Excellent walkability and public transport * Mild climate with abundant sunshine * Reliable high-speed fiber internet * Strong café, food, and cultural scene * Safe city with easy European flight connections ### Trade-offs * Housing costs have risen sharply * Long-term rentals are highly competitive * Winter apartments can be cold and damp * Tourist-heavy central neighborhoods get noisy * Portuguese bureaucracy can move slowly * Wages and services do not always match capital-city prices ### Common visa routes * Portugal Digital Nomad Visa * D7 Passive Income Visa * Schengen short-stay visa waiver or tourist visa [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 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.