Head-to-head
Lisbon vs Medellín
Lisbon takes the overall NomadX Score, Medellín is cheaper, Lisbon has faster wifi. Full breakdown below.

88
84
Score breakdown
| Metric | Lisbon | Medellín |
|---|---|---|
| NomadX Score | 88 | 84 |
| Cost | 62 | 88 |
| Internet | 90 | 80 |
| Community | 95 | 90 |
| Visa friendliness | 88 | 82 |
| Weather & livability | 90 | 95 |
| Monthly cost (USD) | $2,400/mo | $1,500/mo |
| Median internet | 180 Mbps | 150 Mbps |
| Continent | Europe | South America |
| Climate | mediterranean | spring-like |
Lisbon
Cost62
Internet90
Community95
Visa friendliness88
Weather & livability90
Medellín
Cost88
Internet80
Community90
Visa friendliness82
Weather & livability95
Scores are editorially maintained by the NomadX team. Data reflects our on-the-ground research plus community feedback. Last updated July 2026.
