Kuala Lumpur or Las Palmas

Based on 2026 cost of living data, Las Palmas is more affordable than Kuala Lumpur. Kuala Lumpur has a cost rating of 90/100, while Las Palmas has a cost rating of 40/100.

In terms of safety, Las Palmas ranks higher with a safety score of 80/100, compared to Kuala Lumpur at 82/100. Kuala Lumpur's safety score is 80/100 and Las Palmas's safety score is 82/100.

Average rent in Kuala Lumpur is typically $1,000 per month, whereas typical rent in Las Palmas averages €650 - €950 per month.

For Kuala Lumpur, the visa process is rated as: MM2H/DE Rantau (New Digital Nomad (DE Rantau) visa has made it much easier for remote workers.). 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.).