# Southampton vs Wellington Detailed side-by-side comparison of living costs, infrastructure, safety, and nomad lifestyle. * Share Copy link πŸ”₯ Top Nomad Vibe ### [Thailand](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/thailand.md) [Indonesia](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/indonesia.md) [Spain](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/spain.md) [Portugal](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/portugal.md) [Mexico](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/mexico.md) [Vietnam](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/vietnam.md) [Colombia](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/colombia.md) [Argentina](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/argentina.md) [Malaysia](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/malaysia.md) [Philippines](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/philippines.md) [TΓΌrkiye](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/turkey.md) [Croatia](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/croatia.md) [Georgia](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/georgia.md) ## πŸ† Who Wins? πŸ’° Best Budget Southampton 🌐 Fastest Internet Wellington πŸ”₯ Best Vibe Wellington πŸ›‘οΈ Safest City Wellington 🌿 Cleanest Air Wellington 🚢 Most Walkable Wellington πŸ† Overall Winner: Wellington Show differences only Metric [Southampton](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/united-kingdom/southampton.md) [United Kingdom](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/united-kingdom.md) [Wellington](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/new-zealand/wellington.md) [New Zealand](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/new-zealand.md) πŸ’° Monthly Budget & Costs Total Est. Budget $1775 $2270 1-Bed Center Rent $1100 $1350 Coworking Desk $200 $320 Local Meal $19 $15 Cappuccino $4.4 $4.5 Gym Membership $40 $55 Transport Budget $75 $120 πŸ’» Workspace & Infrastructure Internet Speed 60 Mbps 70 Mbps Nomad Vibe 6/10 8/10 🌿 Quality of Life & Culture Safety Index 65/100 82/100 Healthcare Quality Good Good English Proficiency Excellent Excellent Climate Type Temperate maritime Oceanic (Temperate, Windy) Best Time to Visit May - Sep Nov - Mar ## [Southampton](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/united-kingdom/southampton.md) ### πŸ‘ Pros βœ… Affordable compared to London * βœ… Coastal city with parks and waterfront * βœ… Excellent transport links to London and Europe * βœ… Historic maritime culture * βœ… Good mix of student and professional life * βœ… Relatively safe and clean ### πŸ‘Ž Cons * ❌ Rainy and cloudy weather much of the year * ❌ Limited nightlife compared to larger cities * ❌ Some areas have higher crime rates * ❌ Expensive housing relative to local wages * ❌ Public transport can be unreliable * ❌ Not as diverse as London ### πŸ›‚ Nomad Visas * β–ͺ Standard Visitor Visa * β–ͺ Skilled Worker Visa * β–ͺ Youth Mobility Scheme ## [Wellington](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/new-zealand/wellington.md) ### πŸ‘ Pros * βœ… Stunning natural landscapes and weekend getaways * βœ… Excellent safety and low crime rates * βœ… Vibrant craft beer and coffee culture * βœ… Highly walkable compact city center * βœ… Friendly and multicultural community * βœ… Top-tier internet and remote work infrastructure ### πŸ‘Ž Cons * ❌ Very high cost of living, especially rent * ❌ Frequent strong winds, especially in spring * ❌ Limited nightlife compared to larger cities * ❌ Isolated location; flights to major hubs are expensive * ❌ Housing quality can vary greatly * ❌ Earthquake risk requires preparedness ### πŸ›‚ Nomad Visas * β–ͺ Standard Visitor Visa (up to 9 months) * β–ͺ Working Holiday Visa (ages 18-30, varies by country) * β–ͺ Digital Nomad Visa (pilot program)