Side-by-side city decision # Nanjing vs Palma de Mallorca. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link NanjingChina3 VS Palma de MallorcaSpain2 $880Nanjing monthly budget $1,650Palma de Mallorca monthly budget 100 MbpsNanjing internet 150 MbpsPalma de Mallorca internet Decision summary Nanjing Nanjing leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Nanjing Speed Fastest internet Palma de Mallorca Vibe Best nomad vibe Palma de Mallorca Safety Highest safety Nanjing Air Cleanest air Nanjing Walk Most walkable Tie Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Nanjing](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/china/nanjing.md) China 3/6 Budget$880 Internet100 Mbps Vibe7/10 [Palma de Mallorca](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/spain/palma-de-mallorca.md) Spain 2/6 Budget$1,650 Internet150 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 $880 $1,650 1-bed center rent $500 $950 Coworking desk $150 $220 Local meal $5 $15 Cappuccino $3.5 $2.8 Gym membership $40 $55 Transport budget $30 $50 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals Internet speed 100 Mbps 150 Mbps Nomad vibe 7/10 8/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals Safety index 80/100 72/100 Air quality 60/100 42/100 Walkability 8/10 8/10 Female safety 8/10 7/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 5/10 8/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals Healthcare quality Good Good English proficiency Average Good Climate type Humid subtropical Mediterranean Best time to visit Mar - May, Sep - Nov Apr - Oct 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. [Nanjing](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/china/nanjing.md) China → ### Strengths * Affordable cost of living compared to Shanghai * Rich historical and cultural attractions * Excellent public transportation system * Very safe city with low crime rates * Delicious local cuisine at low prices * Modern infrastructure with good internet ### Trade-offs * Language barrier; limited English outside expat areas * Air quality can be poor in winter * Internet restrictions require VPN for many sites * Visa runs are mandatory every 30-90 days * Humid summers can be uncomfortable * Nightlife is limited compared to tier-1 cities ### Common visa routes * Tourist L visa * Work Z visa * Student X visa [Palma de Mallorca](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/spain/palma-de-mallorca.md) Spain → ### Strengths * Stunning beaches and Mediterranean lifestyle * Excellent weather most of the year * Vibrant expat and nomad community * Reliable high-speed internet and coworking spaces * Safe with low crime rates * Rich culture, food, and nightlife ### Trade-offs * Peak season crowds and higher prices in summer * Limited local job opportunities for non-Spanish speakers * Language barrier (Catalan and Spanish dominate locals) * Public transport limited outside the city * Summer heat can be intense (30°C+) * Rent can be expensive near the coast ### Common visa routes * Schengen 90/180 days * Non-lucrative visa (residence without work) * Digital Nomad Visa (Spain) 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.