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Comprehensive comparison between Lisbon (Portugal) and Madrid (Spain). Analyze differences in purchasing power, housing, safety, and visas to make your next move.
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Based on 2026 cost of living data, Lisbon is more affordable than Madrid. Lisbon has a cost rating of 65/100, while Madrid has a cost rating of 70/100.
In terms of safety, Madrid ranks higher with a safety score of 90/100, compared to Lisbon at 85/100. Lisbon's safety score is 85/100 and Madrid's safety score is 90/100.
Average rent in Lisbon is typically €1,401.56 per month, whereas typical rent in Madrid averages 1,287.93 € per month.
For Lisbon, the visa process is rated as: Friendly for Digital Nomads (Portugal offers some of the most accessible visas in EU, though bureaucracy can be slow.). For Madrid, the process is rated as: Digital Nomad (Spain's Digital Nomad Visa is fully active and leads to the Beckham Law tax status.).
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