Los Angeles or San Sebastián

Based on 2026 cost of living data, San Sebastián is more affordable than Los Angeles. Los Angeles has a cost rating of 35/100, while San Sebastián has a cost rating of 58/100.

In terms of safety, San Sebastián ranks higher with a safety score of 90/100, compared to Los Angeles at 65/100. Los Angeles's safety score is 65/100 and San Sebastián's safety score is 90/100.

Average rent in Los Angeles is typically $4,500+ per month, whereas typical rent in San Sebastián averages €800 - €1,200 per month.

For Los Angeles, the visa process is rated as: Hard (Standard US visas (H1B, O1, L1) are notoriously difficult and require sponsorship.). For San Sebastián, the process is rated as: Spanish Digital Nomad Visa & EU Freedom (Spain’s Nomad Visa provides non-EU remote workers a 1-to-3 year residence permit with streamlined tax benefits.).