Side-by-side city decision # Toulouse vs Gothenburg. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link ToulouseFrance3 VS GothenburgSweden2 $1,410Toulouse monthly budget $1,780Gothenburg monthly budget 150 MbpsToulouse internet 100 MbpsGothenburg internet Decision summary Toulouse Toulouse leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Toulouse Speed Fastest internet Toulouse Vibe Best nomad vibe Tie Safety Highest safety Gothenburg Air Cleanest air Toulouse Walk Most walkable Gothenburg Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Toulouse](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/france/toulouse.md) France 3/6 Budget$1,410 Internet150 Mbps Vibe7/10 [Gothenburg](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/sweden/gothenburg.md) Sweden 2/6 Budget$1,780 Internet100 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 $1,410 $1,780 1-bed center rent $750 $1,100 Coworking desk $250 $300 Local meal $16 $15 Cappuccino $3.5 $4.5 Gym membership $35 $50 Transport budget $60 $80 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals Internet speed 150 Mbps 100 Mbps Nomad vibe 7/10 7/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals Safety index 72/100 75/100 Air quality 75/100 20/100 Walkability 7/10 9/10 Female safety 8/10 9/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 8/10 9/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals Healthcare quality Excellent Excellent English proficiency Average Excellent Climate type Mediterranean Temperate oceanic Best time to visit May - Sep May - Sep 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. [Toulouse](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/france/toulouse.md) France → ### Strengths * Fantastic food scene with Michelin-starred restaurants and local markets * Pleasant weather with over 300 days of sunshine a year * Affordable rent compared to Paris or Lyon * Strong expat community, especially in aerospace and tech * Excellent public healthcare system * Walkable city center with bike-friendly infrastructure ### Trade-offs * Language barrier; limited English outside tourist areas * Bureaucratic hurdles for residence permits and utility setup * High income taxes and social contributions * Limited coworking spaces compared to larger hubs * Nightlife is modest; not a party destination * Summer can be uncomfortably hot (35°C+) ### Common visa routes * Long-stay visa (VLS-TS) for stays over 3 months * Talent passport (Passeport Talent) for high-skilled workers * Short-stay Schengen visa (90 days within 180) [Gothenburg](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/sweden/gothenburg.md) Sweden → ### Strengths * Excellent public transport and bike lanes * High English proficiency makes integration easy * Stunning archipelago accessible by ferry * Strong digital infrastructure with reliable internet * Very safe city with low crime rates * Vibrant food scene and craft beer culture ### Trade-offs * High cost of living, especially rent * Long, dark winters with limited daylight * Alcohol is heavily taxed and expensive * Difficult to find housing without a queue system * Copenhagen is a cheaper nearby alternative for some * Swedish bureaucracy can be slow for permits ### Common visa routes * Schengen visa (90 days) * Swedish residence permit (employment/study) * EU/EEA freedom of movement 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.