Cost of Living, Safety & Expat Guide (2026)

Paraguay

Turkey
Based on our comparison, Fethiye wins 5 out of 8 categories.Ciudad del Este wins 3 categories.
For digital nomads choosing between Ciudad del Este and Fethiye, the answer depends on your priorities. Here's our analysis:
Best for Budget
Ciudad del Este
$865/mo
Best Internet
Fethiye
75 Mbps
Best NomadIQ Score
Fethiye
7.5/10
Our Recommendation: Choose Ciudad del Este if budget is your top priority, or Fethiye if you need the fastest internet for remote work.
When comparing Ciudad del Este and Fethiye for digital nomads, several factors come into play.
Cost of Living: Ciudad del Este offers a more affordable lifestyle at $865/month compared to Fethiye's $1,005/month.
Internet & Remote Work: Fethiye provides faster connectivity at 75 Mbps compared to Ciudad del Este's 70 Mbps.
Safety: With a safety score of 7.8/10, Fethiye offers better security than Ciudad del Este (4.6/10).
Overall: Fethiye's NomadIQ score of 7.5/10 gives it an edge for remote workers.
Ciudad del Este is 14% cheaper than Fethiye.
Fethiye has a higher safety score (7.8/10) compared to Ciudad del Este (4.6/10).
4.6/10
Ciudad del Este
7.8/10
Fethiye
For remote workers, internet speed is crucial. Fethiye offers faster internet at 75 Mbps vs 70 Mbps.
70 Mbps
Ciudad del Este
75 Mbps
Fethiye
Based on our analysis, Fethiye edges out as the better choice for expats, winning 5 of 8 comparison factors.
Ciudad del Este: Best for budget-conscious expats
Fethiye: Best for those prioritizing amenities
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