Side-by-side city decision # Tenerife vs Tulsa. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link TenerifeSpain4 VS TulsaUnited States1 $1,560Tenerife monthly budget $1,750Tulsa monthly budget 100 MbpsTenerife internet 120 MbpsTulsa internet Decision summary Tenerife Tenerife leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Tenerife Speed Fastest internet Tulsa Vibe Best nomad vibe Tenerife Safety Highest safety Tie Air Cleanest air Tenerife Walk Most walkable Tenerife Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Tenerife](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/spain/tenerife.md) Spain 4/6 Budget$1,560 Internet100 Mbps Vibe8/10 [Tulsa](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/united-states/tulsa.md) United States 1/6 Budget$1,750 Internet120 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 $1,560 $1,750 1-bed center rent $900 $950 Coworking desk $200 $200 Local meal $12 $14 Cappuccino $2.5 $4.5 Gym membership $40 $40 Transport budget $60 $50 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals Internet speed 100 Mbps 120 Mbps Nomad vibe 8/10 7/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals Safety index 70/100 70/100 Air quality 80/100 65/100 Walkability 7/10 4/10 Female safety 8/10 7/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 8/10 6/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals Healthcare quality Good Average English proficiency Average Excellent Climate type Subtropical Humid subtropical Best time to visit Nov - Mar 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. [Tenerife](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/spain/tenerife.md) Spain → ### Strengths * Year-round mild climate with 300+ sunny days * Stunning beaches and volcanic landscapes * Affordable cost of living compared to mainland Spain * Strong expat community with plenty of networking events * Excellent hiking and outdoor activities * Good digital infrastructure and coworking spaces ### Trade-offs * Touristy areas can be crowded and expensive * Long-term rental contracts are hard to secure * Bureaucratic hurdles for residency paperwork * Limited nightlife outside major resort zones * Public transport is infrequent in remote areas * Tap water not drinkable – rely on bottled water ### Common visa routes * Schengen Area (90/180 days) * Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa * Spanish Digital Nomad Visa [Tulsa](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/united-states/tulsa.md) United States → ### Strengths * Extremely low cost of living for a US city * Growing art deco architecture and cultural scene * Friendly locals and welcoming communities * No state income tax in Oklahoma * Solid internet infrastructure * Central location for road trips across the US ### Trade-offs * Limited public transportation; car essential for most areas * Hot and humid summers with occasional tornadoes * Walkability is poor outside downtown * Relatively small digital nomad community * Healthcare options fewer than coastal hubs * Some neighborhoods have safety concerns at night ### Common visa routes * B-1/B-2 Visitor Visa * ESTA (Visa Waiver) * Remote work on tourist visa (legal gray area) 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.