Cost of Living, Safety & Expat Guide (2026)

Indonesia
Austria
Based on our comparison, Bali wins 6 out of 8 categories.Vienna wins 2 categories.
For digital nomads choosing between Bali and Vienna, the answer depends on your priorities. Here's our analysis:
Best for Budget
Bali
$1,585/mo
Best Internet
Bali
200 Mbps
Best NomadIQ Score
Vienna
7.4/10
Our Recommendation: Choose Bali if budget is your top priority, or Bali if you need the fastest internet for remote work.
When comparing Bali and Vienna for digital nomads, several factors come into play.
Cost of Living: Bali offers a more affordable lifestyle at $1,585/month compared to Vienna's $1,907/month.
Internet & Remote Work: Bali leads with 200 Mbps average internet speed, ideal for video calls and large file transfers. Vienna offers 120 Mbps.
Safety: With a safety score of 7/10, Vienna offers better security than Bali (4.9/10).
Overall: Vienna's NomadIQ score of 7.4/10 gives it an edge for remote workers.
Bali is 17% cheaper than Vienna.
Vienna has a higher safety score (7/10) compared to Bali (4.9/10).
4.9/10
Bali
7/10
Vienna
For remote workers, internet speed is crucial. Bali offers faster internet at 200 Mbps vs 120 Mbps.
200 Mbps
Bali
120 Mbps
Vienna
Based on our analysis, Bali edges out as the better choice for expats, winning 6 of 8 comparison factors.
Bali: Best for budget-conscious expats
Vienna: Best for those prioritizing amenities
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