Side-by-side city decision # Nantes vs Makati. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link NantesFrance4 VS MakatiPhilippines1 $1,466Nantes monthly budget $980Makati monthly budget 150 MbpsNantes internet 30 MbpsMakati internet Decision summary Nantes Nantes leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Makati Speed Fastest internet Nantes Vibe Best nomad vibe Tie Safety Highest safety Nantes Air Cleanest air Nantes Walk Most walkable Nantes Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Nantes](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/france/nantes.md) France 4/6 Budget$1,466 Internet150 Mbps Vibe7/10 [Makati](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/philippines/makati.md) Philippines 1/6 Budget$980 Internet30 Mbps Vibe7/10 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 $1,466 $980 1-bed center rent $800 $600 Coworking desk $220 $180 Local meal $16 $5 Cappuccino $3.8 $3.5 Gym membership $44 $40 Transport budget $66 $30 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals Internet speed 150 Mbps 30 Mbps Nomad vibe 7/10 7/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals Safety index 75/100 65/100 Air quality 60/100 45/100 Walkability 8/10 7/10 Female safety 8/10 6/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 7/10 7/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals Healthcare quality Excellent Average English proficiency Average Good Climate type Oceanic temperate Tropical monsoon Best time to visit May - Sep Nov - Mar 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. [Nantes](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/france/nantes.md) France → ### Strengths * Excellent public transport and bike infrastructure * Vibrant cultural scene with festivals and art * Affordable rent compared to Paris or Lyon * Green spaces like Île de Versailles and Jardin des Plantes * Strong digital nomad community and coworking spaces * Great local food markets and seafood ### Trade-offs * Rainy and cloudy weather for much of the year * Limited English speakers outside tourist areas * Bureaucracy can be slow for visa and administrative tasks * Limited nightlife compared to larger cities * Some neighborhoods have higher crime rates at night * Public transport ends early on weekends ### Common visa routes * Long-stay visa (VLS-TS) * Talent Passport * Schengen tourist visa (90 days) [Makati](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/philippines/makati.md) Philippines → ### Strengths * Excellent expat community and networking events * Affordable cost of living compared to Western capitals * High density of coworking spaces and cafes * Widespread English proficiency * Modern amenities with malls and restaurants * Convenient location for exploring other Asian destinations ### Trade-offs * Heavy traffic congestion during peak hours * Air quality can be poor due to pollution * Tap water is not safe to drink * Power outages occasionally occur * Typhoon season can disrupt plans * Metro Manila overall safety varies by area ### Common visa routes * Visa-free entry (30 days) * Visa extension (up to 36 months) * Special Resident Retiree Visa (SRRV) 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.