Cost of Living, Safety & Expat Guide (2026)

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Based on our comparison, Cascais wins 5 out of 8 categories.Naples wins 3 categories.
For digital nomads choosing between Cascais and Naples, the answer depends on your priorities. Here's our analysis:
Best for Budget
Naples
$1,701/mo
Best Internet
Cascais
150 Mbps
Best NomadIQ Score
Cascais
6.3/10
Our Recommendation: Choose Naples if budget is your top priority, or Cascais if you need the fastest internet for remote work.
When comparing Cascais and Naples for digital nomads, several factors come into play.
Cost of Living: Naples is the more budget-friendly option at $1,701/month versus Cascais's $2,311/month.
Internet & Remote Work: Cascais leads with 150 Mbps average internet speed, ideal for video calls and large file transfers. Naples offers 120 Mbps.
Safety: With a safety score of 7.3/10, Cascais provides a more secure environment than Naples (3.8/10).
Overall: Cascais earns a higher NomadIQ score of 6.3/10, making it slightly more suited for the digital nomad lifestyle.
Naples is 26% cheaper than Cascais.
Cascais has a higher safety score (7.3/10) compared to Naples (3.8/10).
7.3/10
Cascais
3.8/10
Naples
For remote workers, internet speed is crucial. Cascais offers faster internet at 150 Mbps vs 120 Mbps.
150 Mbps
Cascais
120 Mbps
Naples
Based on our analysis, Cascais edges out as the better choice for expats, winning 5 of 8 comparison factors.
Cascais: Best for those prioritizing amenities
Naples: Best for budget-conscious expats
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