Cost of Living, Safety & Expat Guide (2026)

Paraguay

Belgium
Based on our comparison, Ciudad del Este wins 5 out of 8 categories.Gent wins 2 categories.
For digital nomads choosing between Ciudad del Este and Gent, the answer depends on your priorities. Here's our analysis:
Best for Budget
Ciudad del Este
$865/mo
Best Internet
Gent
180 Mbps
Best NomadIQ Score
Gent
6.9/10
Our Recommendation: Choose Ciudad del Este if budget is your top priority, or Gent if you need the fastest internet for remote work.
When comparing Ciudad del Este and Gent for digital nomads, several factors come into play.
Cost of Living: Ciudad del Este offers a more affordable lifestyle at $865/month compared to Gent's $1,998/month.
Internet & Remote Work: Gent provides faster connectivity at 180 Mbps compared to Ciudad del Este's 70 Mbps.
Safety: With a safety score of 7.5/10, Gent offers better security than Ciudad del Este (4.6/10).
Overall: Both cities score similarly on our NomadIQ scale at 6.9/10.
Ciudad del Este is 57% cheaper than Gent.
Gent has a higher safety score (7.5/10) compared to Ciudad del Este (4.6/10).
4.6/10
Ciudad del Este
7.5/10
Gent
For remote workers, internet speed is crucial. Gent offers faster internet at 180 Mbps vs 70 Mbps.
70 Mbps
Ciudad del Este
180 Mbps
Gent
Based on our analysis, Ciudad del Este edges out as the better choice for expats, winning 5 of 8 comparison factors.
Ciudad del Este: Best for budget-conscious expats
Gent: Best for those prioritizing amenities
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