Galway or Las Palmas

Based on 2026 cost of living data, Las Palmas is more affordable than Galway. Galway has a cost rating of 66/100, while Las Palmas has a cost rating of 40/100.

In terms of safety, Galway ranks higher with a safety score of 88/100, compared to Las Palmas at 82/100. Galway's safety score is 88/100 and Las Palmas's safety score is 82/100.

Average rent in Galway is typically €1,100 - €1,600 per month, whereas typical rent in Las Palmas averages €650 - €950 per month.

For Galway, the visa process is rated as: Critical Skills Employment Permit & EU Freedom (Full EU freedom of movement complemented by Ireland’s Critical Skills Employment Permit leading to fast permanent residency (Stamp 4).). For Las Palmas, the process is rated as: Spanish Digital Nomad Visa (Spain’s Nomad Visa provides non-EU remote workers a 1-to-3 year residence permit with streamlined tax perks.).