Cost of Living, Safety & Expat Guide (2026)

Philippines

Turkey
Based on our comparison, Davao wins 5 out of 8 categories.Eskisehir wins 2 categories.
For digital nomads choosing between Davao and Eskisehir, the answer depends on your priorities. Here's our analysis:
Best for Budget
Davao
$612/mo
Best Internet
Davao
80 Mbps
Best NomadIQ Score
Davao
7.8/10
Our Recommendation: Davao is the clear winner for digital nomads, offering both affordability and excellent nomad infrastructure.
When comparing Davao and Eskisehir for digital nomads, several factors come into play.
Cost of Living: Davao offers a more affordable lifestyle at $612/month compared to Eskisehir's $696/month.
Internet & Remote Work: Davao leads with 80 Mbps average internet speed, ideal for video calls and large file transfers. Eskisehir offers 65 Mbps.
Safety: With a safety score of 7.5/10, Eskisehir offers better security than Davao (7.1/10).
Overall: Davao earns a higher NomadIQ score of 7.8/10, making it slightly more suited for the digital nomad lifestyle.
Davao is 12% cheaper than Eskisehir.
Eskisehir has a higher safety score (7.5/10) compared to Davao (7.1/10).
7.1/10
Davao
7.5/10
Eskisehir
For remote workers, internet speed is crucial. Davao offers faster internet at 80 Mbps vs 65 Mbps.
80 Mbps
Davao
65 Mbps
Eskisehir
Based on our analysis, Davao edges out as the better choice for expats, winning 5 of 8 comparison factors.
Davao: Best for budget-conscious expats
Eskisehir: Best for those prioritizing amenities
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