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London vs tehran

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London vs tehran

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London

United Kingdom

#93 of 104 in the dataset

tehran

Iran

#96 of 104 in the dataset

Nomad Score70/10070/100
Cost of living7 metrics
Monthly cost$4,404$753
Monthly cost (couple)$2,150$489
1BR centre$3,043$443
1BR outside centre$2,345$271
Inexpensive meal$26.59$3.50
Cappuccino$5.49$1.24
Monthly cost (family)$4,967$1,131
Internet2 metrics
Fiber
285 Mbps191 Mbps10 ms
Mobile (4G/5G)
156 Mbps23 Mbps31 ms
Quality of life7 metrics
Safety4.5/104.3/10
Climate index8871
Healthcare7053
Pollution index5880
Purchasing power10525
Quality of life index13671
Commute time45 min53 min
Visa & entry2 metrics
Nomad visa stay
Visa-free stay (your passport)

London vs tehran at a glance

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Nomad Score

London70/100

tehran70/100

Monthly cost (solo)

London$1,361

tehran$310

Cost of living (incl. 1BR)

London$4,404

tehran$753

Fiber download

London285 Mbps

tehran

London vs tehran: which is better for digital nomads?

Comparing the pair head-to-head, London edges ahead at 70/100 vs 70/100 (a 0-point gap). The index behind it blends cost, connectivity, climate, safety and visas, with affordability the largest slice at 35%.

If your mood follows the thermometer, London has the steadier climate: 88 (London) vs 71 (tehran) on the climate index.

Money tends to go further in tehran. Everyday spending for one person averages $1,361 in London and $310 in tehran; add a central 1BR ($3,043 vs $443) and the monthly total settles at $4,404 for London and $753 for tehran — about 83% less in tehran.

Living alone in a new city is easier where it feels safe: London rates 4.5/10 and tehran 4.3/10 on the safety index — London top.

Bottom line. The cost gap is the deciding factor here: tehran comes in roughly 83% cheaper. For most nomads, the savings alone tip the judgment.

London vs tehran — FAQ

+Is London or tehran cheaper to live in?

London costs about $4,404 a month for a solo digital nomad ($1,361 spending plus $3,043 for a 1BR in the centre). tehran comes to $753 ($310 plus $443 for rent). tehran is the cheaper base, about 83% less.

+How much does a couple spend in London vs tehran?

For two people sharing, monthly costs run about $2,150 in London and $489 in tehran.

+Which city has a higher Nomad Score, London or tehran?

London leads with 70/100 versus 70/100 for tehran — a 0-point gap. The score weighs affordability 35%, internet 25%, climate 15%, safety 15% and visa freedom 10%.

+Is London or tehran safer for digital nomads?

London scores 4.5/10 for safety versus 4.3/10 in tehran.

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