Cost of Living, Safety & Expat Guide (2026)

Paraguay

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Based on our comparison, San Juan del Sur wins 5 out of 8 categories.Asunción wins 2 categories.
For digital nomads choosing between Asunción and San Juan del Sur, the answer depends on your priorities. Here's our analysis:
Best for Budget
San Juan del Sur
$915/mo
Best Internet
Asunción
75 Mbps
Best NomadIQ Score
Asunción
6.9/10
Our Recommendation: Choose San Juan del Sur if budget is your top priority, or Asunción if you need the fastest internet for remote work.
When comparing Asunción and San Juan del Sur for digital nomads, several factors come into play.
Cost of Living: San Juan del Sur is the more budget-friendly option at $915/month versus Asunción's $998/month.
Internet & Remote Work: Asunción leads with 75 Mbps average internet speed, ideal for video calls and large file transfers. San Juan del Sur offers 55 Mbps.
Safety: With a safety score of 7/10, San Juan del Sur offers better security than Asunción (4.5/10).
Overall: Asunción earns a higher NomadIQ score of 6.9/10, making it slightly more suited for the digital nomad lifestyle.
San Juan del Sur is 8% cheaper than Asunción.
San Juan del Sur has a higher safety score (7/10) compared to Asunción (4.5/10).
4.5/10
Asunción
7/10
San Juan del Sur
For remote workers, internet speed is crucial. Asunción offers faster internet at 75 Mbps vs 55 Mbps.
75 Mbps
Asunción
55 Mbps
San Juan del Sur
Based on our analysis, San Juan del Sur edges out as the better choice for expats, winning 5 of 8 comparison factors.
Asunción: Best for those prioritizing amenities
San Juan del Sur: Best for budget-conscious expats
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