Cost of Living, Safety & Expat Guide (2026)

Dominican Republic

Sweden
Based on our comparison, Santo Domingo wins 5 out of 8 categories.Uppsala wins 2 categories.
For digital nomads choosing between Santo Domingo and Uppsala, the answer depends on your priorities. Here's our analysis:
Best for Budget
Santo Domingo
$1,273/mo
Best Internet
Uppsala
180 Mbps
Best NomadIQ Score
Uppsala
6.5/10
Our Recommendation: Choose Santo Domingo if budget is your top priority, or Uppsala if you need the fastest internet for remote work.
When comparing Santo Domingo and Uppsala for digital nomads, several factors come into play.
Cost of Living: Santo Domingo offers a more affordable lifestyle at $1,273/month compared to Uppsala's $1,883/month.
Internet & Remote Work: Uppsala provides faster connectivity at 180 Mbps compared to Santo Domingo's 75 Mbps.
Safety: With a safety score of 5.7/10, Uppsala offers better security than Santo Domingo (3.3/10).
Overall: Both cities score similarly on our NomadIQ scale at 6.5/10.
Santo Domingo is 32% cheaper than Uppsala.
Uppsala has a higher safety score (5.7/10) compared to Santo Domingo (3.3/10).
3.3/10
Santo Domingo
5.7/10
Uppsala
For remote workers, internet speed is crucial. Uppsala offers faster internet at 180 Mbps vs 75 Mbps.
75 Mbps
Santo Domingo
180 Mbps
Uppsala
Based on our analysis, Santo Domingo edges out as the better choice for expats, winning 5 of 8 comparison factors.
Santo Domingo: Best for budget-conscious expats
Uppsala: Best for those prioritizing amenities
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