Cost of Living, Safety & Expat Guide (2026)

Philippines

Poland
Based on our comparison, Davao wins 5 out of 8 categories.Krakow wins 3 categories.
For digital nomads choosing between Davao and Krakow, the answer depends on your priorities. Here's our analysis:
Best for Budget
Davao
$612/mo
Best Internet
Krakow
170 Mbps
Best NomadIQ Score
Krakow
7.9/10
Our Recommendation: Choose Davao if budget is your top priority, or Krakow if you need the fastest internet for remote work.
When comparing Davao and Krakow for digital nomads, several factors come into play.
Cost of Living: Davao offers a more affordable lifestyle at $612/month compared to Krakow's $4,002/month.
Internet & Remote Work: Krakow provides faster connectivity at 170 Mbps compared to Davao's 80 Mbps.
Safety: With a safety score of 7.5/10, Krakow offers better security than Davao (7.1/10).
Overall: Krakow's NomadIQ score of 7.9/10 gives it an edge for remote workers.
Davao is 85% cheaper than Krakow.
Krakow has a higher safety score (7.5/10) compared to Davao (7.1/10).
7.1/10
Davao
7.5/10
Krakow
For remote workers, internet speed is crucial. Krakow offers faster internet at 170 Mbps vs 80 Mbps.
80 Mbps
Davao
170 Mbps
Krakow
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
Krakow: Best for those prioritizing amenities
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