Solopress, a research organization, has conducted a new study exploring the requirements of digital nomads and uncovering the optimal global destinations for remote work in creative fields. Through analyzing various factors, such as freelancers’ average hourly rates, cost of living, and even the speed of WiFi, we have identified the finest cities for creative digital nomads.
Did you know, for instance, that Istanbul boasts the most affordable hotdesking prices, starting at just £64? Similarly, Bangkok offers the least expensive monthly Airbnb stay, priced at only £1,176.
Best 10 Cities in the World to Work Remotely
Solopress ranked 30 cities using a combination of statistics to assess their ability to effectively fulfill digital nomads’ requirements.
These requirements include essential elements such as sustenance, accommodation, a workspace, and a reliable WiFi connection. The price and quality of these resources, along with the potential remuneration for our nomads, significantly influence the success of their sojourn.
These are the top cities of the ranking:
| Rank | City | Country | Average hourly rate freelancers charge for creative roles | Average cost of living per month | Average price of an Airbnb per month | Cost of hotdesking per month | Wifi speeds (Mb/s) |
| 1 | Istanbul | Turkey | £31 | £444 | £1,584 | £64 | 6 |
| 2 | Bangkok | Thailand | £27 | £516 | £1,176 | £159 | 27 |
| 3 | Hong Kong | Hong Kong | £33 | £884 | £2,665 | £190 | 87 |
| 4 | Las Vegas | United States | £49 | £822 | £5,881 | £171 | 61 |
| 5 | Budapest | Hungary | £25 | £569 | £1,728 | £165 | 30 |
| 6 | Washington | United States | £49 | £1,002 | £4,321 | £349 | 104 |
| 7 | Los Angeles | United States | £49 | £939 | £5,641 | £238 | 66 |
| 8 | Toronto | Canada | £40 | £842 | £3,937 | £117 | 19 |
| 9 | Berlin | Germany | £33 | £858 | £3,025 | £191 | 51 |
| 10 | Singapore | Singapore | £39 | £916 | £3,841 | £396 | 102 |
