Side-by-side city decision # Vienna vs Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link ViennaAustria2 VS Las Palmas de Gran CanariaSpain4 $1,860Vienna monthly budget $1,340Las Palmas de Gran Canaria monthly budget 55 MbpsVienna internet 150 MbpsLas Palmas de Gran Canaria internet Decision summary Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Las Palmas de Gran Canaria leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Speed Fastest internet Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Vibe Best nomad vibe Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Safety Highest safety Vienna Air Cleanest air Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Walk Most walkable Vienna Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Vienna](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/austria/vienna.md) Austria 2/6 Budget$1,860 Internet55 Mbps Vibe7/10 [Las Palmas de Gran Canaria](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/spain/las-palmas-de-gran-canaria.md) Spain 4/6 Budget$1,340 Internet150 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 Total estimated budget $1,860 $1,340 1-bed center rent $950 $700 Coworking desk $240 $180 Local meal $13.5 $12 Cappuccino $4.2 $2.5 Gym membership $45 $40 Transport budget $51 $40 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals Internet speed 55 Mbps 150 Mbps Nomad vibe 7/10 8/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals Safety index 87/100 70/100 Air quality 75/100 85/100 Walkability 9/10 8/10 Female safety 9/10 8/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 9/10 9/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals Healthcare quality Excellent Good English proficiency Good Average Climate type Humid continental Subtropical 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. [Vienna](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/austria/vienna.md) Austria → ### Strengths * Exceptional public transport and walkability * World-class healthcare system * Safe and clean city with low crime * Rich cultural scene with museums, music, and cafes * Excellent tap water and high environmental standards * Central location for European travel ### Trade-offs * High cost of living, especially housing * Bureaucracy can be slow and complex * German language barrier for some services * Winter months are cold and grey * Coworking spaces are pricier than in Eastern Europe * Apartment hunting can be competitive ### Common visa routes * Schengen Tourist (90 days) * Austrian Red-White-Red Card (freelancer) * Student / Work Visa [Las Palmas de Gran Canaria](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/spain/las-palmas-de-gran-canaria.md) Spain → ### Strengths * Year-round mild climate * Affordable cost of living * Excellent beaches and outdoor activities * Good fiber internet * Safe and stable * Vibrant expat community ### Trade-offs * Limited nightlife compared to mainland * Less English speakers outside tourist areas * Isolated location (flights can be pricey) * Occasional strong winds (calima) * Bureaucracy for residency * Limited job opportunities locally ### Common visa routes * Digital Nomad Visa * Non-Lucrative Visa * Student 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.