Cost of Living, Safety & Expat Guide (2026)

Philippines

Bosnia and Herzegovina
Based on our comparison, Davao wins 6 out of 8 categories.Sarajevo wins 2 categories.
For digital nomads choosing between Davao and Sarajevo, the answer depends on your priorities. Here's our analysis:
Best for Budget
Davao
$612/mo
Best Internet
Sarajevo
90 Mbps
Best NomadIQ Score
Sarajevo
7.9/10
Our Recommendation: Choose Davao if budget is your top priority, or Sarajevo if you need the fastest internet for remote work.
When comparing Davao and Sarajevo for digital nomads, several factors come into play.
Cost of Living: Davao offers a more affordable lifestyle at $612/month compared to Sarajevo's $870/month.
Internet & Remote Work: Sarajevo provides faster connectivity at 90 Mbps compared to Davao's 80 Mbps.
Safety: With a safety score of 7.1/10, Davao provides a more secure environment than Sarajevo (5.6/10).
Overall: Sarajevo's NomadIQ score of 7.9/10 gives it an edge for remote workers.
Davao is 30% cheaper than Sarajevo.
Davao has a higher safety score (7.1/10) compared to Sarajevo (5.6/10).
7.1/10
Davao
5.6/10
Sarajevo
For remote workers, internet speed is crucial. Sarajevo offers faster internet at 90 Mbps vs 80 Mbps.
80 Mbps
Davao
90 Mbps
Sarajevo
Based on our analysis, Davao edges out as the better choice for expats, winning 6 of 8 comparison factors.
Davao: Best for budget-conscious expats
Sarajevo: Best for those prioritizing amenities
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