Las Palmas or Mexico City

Based on 2026 cost of living data, Las Palmas is more affordable than Mexico City. Las Palmas has a cost rating of 40/100, while Mexico City has a cost rating of 80/100.

In terms of safety, Las Palmas ranks higher with a safety score of 82/100, compared to Mexico City at 55/100. Las Palmas's safety score is 82/100 and Mexico City's safety score is 55/100.

Average rent in Las Palmas is typically €650 - €950 per month, whereas typical rent in Mexico City averages Mex$20,054.34 per month.

For Las Palmas, the visa 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.). For Mexico City, the process is rated as: Expat Friendly (One of the most accessible residency permits in the Americas for remote workers.).