Side-by-side city decision # Nottingham vs Curitiba. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link NottinghamUnited Kingdom1/6 VS CuritibaBrazil4/6 $1,855Nottingham monthly budget $885Curitiba monthly budget 180 MbpsNottingham internet 230 MbpsCuritiba internet Decision summary Curitiba Curitiba leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Curitiba Speed Fastest internet Curitiba Vibe Best nomad vibe Curitiba Safety Highest safety Tie Air Cleanest air Curitiba Walk Most walkable Nottingham Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Nottingham](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/united-kingdom/nottingham.md) United Kingdom 1/6 Budget$1,855 Internet180 Mbps Vibe7/10 [Curitiba](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/brazil/curitiba.md) Brazil 4/6 Budget$885 Internet230 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 MetricNottinghamCuritiba Total estimated budget $1,855 $885 1-bed center rent $1,120 $430 Coworking desk $250 $150 Local meal $18 $6.5 Cappuccino $4.3 $2.4 Gym membership $42 $32 Transport budget $85 $55 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals MetricNottinghamCuritiba Internet speed 180 Mbps 230 Mbps Nomad vibe 7/10 8/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals MetricNottinghamCuritiba Safety index 62/100 62/100 Air quality 72/100 78/100 Walkability 8/10 7/10 Female safety 7/10 6/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 8/10 8/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals MetricNottinghamCuritiba Healthcare quality Excellent Good English proficiency Excellent Basic Climate type Temperate maritime Humid subtropical highland Best time to visit May - Sep Oct - 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. [Nottingham](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/united-kingdom/nottingham.md) United Kingdom → ### Strengths * Lower living costs than London and much of southeast England * Fast rail connections to London, Birmingham, Manchester and other UK cities * Walkable central districts with extensive tram and bus coverage * Strong student, creative and technology communities * Reliable high-speed broadband and widespread contactless payments * Easy access to the Peak District and Midlands countryside ### Trade-offs * Grey, wet weather and short winter daylight can affect mood * City-centre rents have risen sharply in popular buildings * Some outer areas are less convenient without a car or bus pass * Rush-hour road traffic can be slow * There is no dedicated UK digital nomad visa * Winter heating and council tax can substantially raise monthly costs ### Common visa routes * Standard Visitor visa * Youth Mobility Scheme visa * Skilled Worker visa [Curitiba](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/brazil/curitiba.md) Brazil → ### Strengths * Lower living costs than São Paulo or Rio de Janeiro * Fast, widely available fiber internet * Extensive and efficient bus rapid transit network * Leafy parks and a pleasant urban planning legacy * Strong café, restaurant, and craft-beer scene * Relatively inclusive and educated urban atmosphere ### Trade-offs * Cool, rainy, and changeable weather can surprise newcomers * English is not widely spoken outside international-facing businesses * Petty theft and nighttime street safety require caution * Winters can feel cold in apartments without heating * The airport is outside the central area * Brazilian bureaucracy can be slow for banking and long-term rentals ### Common visa routes * Brazil Digital Nomad Visa * Visa-free tourist stay for eligible nationalities * Temporary visitor 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.