Cost of Living, Safety & Expat Guide (2026)

Portugal

Belize
Based on our comparison, Cascais wins 5 out of 8 categories.San Pedro wins 3 categories.
For digital nomads choosing between Cascais and San Pedro, the answer depends on your priorities. Here's our analysis:
Best for Budget
San Pedro
$1,645/mo
Best Internet
Cascais
150 Mbps
Best NomadIQ Score
Cascais
6.3/10
Our Recommendation: Choose San Pedro if budget is your top priority, or Cascais if you need the fastest internet for remote work.
When comparing Cascais and San Pedro for digital nomads, several factors come into play.
Cost of Living: San Pedro is the more budget-friendly option at $1,645/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. San Pedro offers 60 Mbps.
Safety: With a safety score of 7.3/10, Cascais provides a more secure environment than San Pedro (3.3/10).
Overall: Cascais earns a higher NomadIQ score of 6.3/10, making it slightly more suited for the digital nomad lifestyle.
San Pedro is 29% cheaper than Cascais.
Cascais has a higher safety score (7.3/10) compared to San Pedro (3.3/10).
7.3/10
Cascais
3.3/10
San Pedro
For remote workers, internet speed is crucial. Cascais offers faster internet at 150 Mbps vs 60 Mbps.
150 Mbps
Cascais
60 Mbps
San Pedro
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
San Pedro: Best for budget-conscious expats
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