City Comparison Heatmap — Rent, Safety, Internet at a Glance
Every city, color-coded at a glance. Green is good. Red means watch out.
Europe (55)avg: $1448
Asia (25)avg: $1034
South America (4)avg: $689
North America (26)avg: $1721
Africa (2)avg: $761
Middle East (1)avg: $215
Oceania (3)avg: $2198
Data: Numbeo (rent) · UNODC (safety) · Ookla Speedtest (internet)
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you compare cost of living between cities?▼
This heatmap compares cities across rent, safety, and internet speed using real data. Green = better: lower rent, lower crime rate, faster internet. Data: Numbeo (rent), UNODC (safety), Ookla Speedtest (internet).
Which European cities combine low rent and high safety?▼
Prague, Budapest, Warsaw, and Vienna combine affordable rent (under $1,200/month 1-bed) with low homicide rates (under 1 per 100k). Tbilisi and Belgrade are cheaper still. This heatmap shows those trade-offs at a glance.
Which cities have the fastest internet for remote work?▼
Singapore, Seoul, and Tokyo lead on Ookla internet speed. European leaders include Lisbon, Prague, and Amsterdam. Switch the heatmap to 'Internet Speed' to see the full comparison.
What is a good Livability Score?▼
The Livability Score is a 0–100 composite of affordability, safety, internet, democracy, climate, and English proficiency. Cities scoring 65+ offer a strong combination — switch the heatmap to 'Livability Score' to see who ranks where.