Cost of Living, Safety & Expat Guide (2026)

Tunisia

Dominican Republic
Based on our comparison, Hammamet wins 5 out of 8 categories.Puerto Plata wins 2 categories.
For digital nomads choosing between Hammamet and Puerto Plata, the answer depends on your priorities. Here's our analysis:
Best for Budget
Hammamet
$727/mo
Best Internet
Puerto Plata
95 Mbps
Best NomadIQ Score
Puerto Plata
7.6/10
Our Recommendation: Choose Hammamet if budget is your top priority, or Puerto Plata if you need the fastest internet for remote work.
When comparing Hammamet and Puerto Plata for digital nomads, several factors come into play.
Cost of Living: Hammamet offers a more affordable lifestyle at $727/month compared to Puerto Plata's $891/month.
Internet & Remote Work: Puerto Plata provides faster connectivity at 95 Mbps compared to Hammamet's 60 Mbps.
Safety: With a safety score of 7.9/10, Hammamet provides a more secure environment than Puerto Plata (6.1/10).
Overall: Puerto Plata's NomadIQ score of 7.6/10 gives it an edge for remote workers.
Hammamet is 18% cheaper than Puerto Plata.
Hammamet has a higher safety score (7.9/10) compared to Puerto Plata (6.1/10).
7.9/10
Hammamet
6.1/10
Puerto Plata
For remote workers, internet speed is crucial. Puerto Plata offers faster internet at 95 Mbps vs 60 Mbps.
60 Mbps
Hammamet
95 Mbps
Puerto Plata
Based on our analysis, Hammamet edges out as the better choice for expats, winning 5 of 8 comparison factors.
Hammamet: Best for budget-conscious expats
Puerto Plata: Best for those prioritizing amenities
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