Safest Cities for Digital Nomads in 2026
The safest cities for remote workers — ranked by safety score based on crime rates, political stability, healthcare access, and nomad community feedback.
About this ranking
Safety is a top priority for digital nomads, especially solo travelers and women traveling alone. These cities score highest on our safety index, which factors in violent crime rates, petty theft frequency, political stability, healthcare quality, and real feedback from the nomad community. Southeast Asian cities consistently rank well, as do several European destinations. All cities on this list have established nomad communities and well-known safe neighborhoods for foreigners.
Full ranking
All 19 cities sorted by safety
Chiang Mai, Thailand
Southeast Asia
Da Nang, Vietnam
Southeast Asia
Porto, Portugal
Europe
Taipei, Taiwan
East Asia
$1,200/mo
Lisbon, Portugal
Europe
$1,900/mo
Tbilisi, Georgia
Europe
$1,000/mo
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Southeast Asia
$1,000/mo
Bali, Indonesia
Southeast Asia
$1,100/mo
Las Palmas, Spain
Europe
$1,400/mo
Prague, Czech Republic
Europe
$1,500/mo
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Southeast Asia
$900/mo
Bucharest, Romania
Europe
$1,000/mo
Bangkok, Thailand
Southeast Asia
$1,100/mo
Belgrade, Serbia
Europe
$1,000/mo
Budapest, Hungary
Europe
$1,200/mo
Buenos Aires, Argentina
South America
$1,100/mo
Mexico City, Mexico
North America
$1,300/mo
Medellín, Colombia
South America
$1,200/mo
Cape Town, South Africa
Africa
$1,300/mo
At a glance
Key scores compared side-by-side
| # | City | Safety | Cost | Internet | Safety | Nomad |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chiang MaiThailand | 9/10 | $800 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 10/10 |
| 2 | Da NangVietnam | 9/10 | $850 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 |
| 3 | PortoPortugal | 9/10 | $1,200 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 7/10 |
| 4 | TaipeiTaiwan | 9/10 | $1,200 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 |
| 5 | LisbonPortugal | 9/10 | $1,900 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 |
| 6 | TbilisiGeorgia | 8/10 | $1,000 | 7/10 | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| 7 | Kuala LumpurMalaysia | 8/10 | $1,000 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| 8 | BaliIndonesia | 8/10 | $1,100 | 7/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| 9 | Las PalmasSpain | 8/10 | $1,400 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| 10 | PragueCzech Republic | 8/10 | $1,500 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| 11 | Ho Chi Minh CityVietnam | 7/10 | $900 | 8/10 | 7/10 | 8/10 |
| 12 | BucharestRomania | 7/10 | $1,000 | 10/10 | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| 13 | BangkokThailand | 7/10 | $1,100 | 9/10 | 7/10 | 8/10 |
| 14 | BelgradeSerbia | 7/10 | $1,000 | 8/10 | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| 15 | BudapestHungary | 7/10 | $1,200 | 8/10 | 7/10 | 8/10 |
| 16 | Buenos AiresArgentina | 6/10 | $1,100 | 7/10 | 6/10 | 8/10 |
| 17 | Mexico CityMexico | 6/10 | $1,300 | 7/10 | 6/10 | 9/10 |
| 18 | MedellínColombia | 5/10 | $1,200 | 7/10 | 5/10 | 8/10 |
| 19 | Cape TownSouth Africa | 5/10 | $1,300 | 7/10 | 5/10 | 7/10 |
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about digital nomad life in Safest Cities
Cities like Chiang Mai, Lisbon, and Kuala Lumpur consistently rank among the safest for digital nomads, with low crime rates, friendly locals, and good infrastructure.
FAQ: Safest Cities for Digital Nomads
What's the safest city for digital nomads?
Cities like Chiang Mai, Lisbon, and Kuala Lumpur consistently rank among the safest for digital nomads, with low crime rates, friendly locals, and good infrastructure.
Is it safe to travel alone as a digital nomad?
Yes, especially in the cities on this list. Solo travel is extremely common in the nomad community. Stick to recommended neighborhoods, use ride-hailing apps at night, and connect with local nomad communities for tips.
How is the safety score calculated?
Our safety score combines official crime statistics, political stability indices, healthcare access, and real feedback from digital nomads living in each city. It's updated regularly.
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