Cost of Living, Safety & Expat Guide (2026)

El Salvador
Croatia
Based on our comparison, El Tunco wins 5 out of 8 categories.Split wins 2 categories.
For digital nomads choosing between El Tunco and Split, the answer depends on your priorities. Here's our analysis:
Best for Budget
El Tunco
$1,030/mo
Best Internet
Split
140 Mbps
Best NomadIQ Score
Split
7.6/10
Our Recommendation: Choose El Tunco if budget is your top priority, or Split if you need the fastest internet for remote work.
When comparing El Tunco and Split for digital nomads, several factors come into play.
Cost of Living: El Tunco offers a more affordable lifestyle at $1,030/month compared to Split's $1,565/month.
Internet & Remote Work: Split provides faster connectivity at 140 Mbps compared to El Tunco's 60 Mbps.
Safety: With a safety score of 7/10, both cities offer similar levels of security.
Overall: Split's NomadIQ score of 7.6/10 gives it an edge for remote workers.
El Tunco is 34% cheaper than Split.
Both cities have similar safety ratings.
7/10
El Tunco
7/10
Split
For remote workers, internet speed is crucial. Split offers faster internet at 140 Mbps vs 60 Mbps.
60 Mbps
El Tunco
140 Mbps
Split
Based on our analysis, El Tunco edges out as the better choice for expats, winning 5 of 8 comparison factors.
El Tunco: Best for budget-conscious expats
Split: Best for those prioritizing amenities
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