7 Budget-Friendly Cities Where You Can Live Comfortably for Under $800/Month

🌍 Why Consider Living Abroad?

Living in a cheaper country isn’t about escaping your home — it’s about buying freedom with fewer expenses.

You can save money, experience new cultures, and maybe even work remotely while enjoying a higher quality of life for less.

🏡 1. Lviv, Ukraine 🇺🇦

• 🛏 Rent (1-bedroom): $260/month

• 🍽 Groceries + dining out: $200

• 🌐 Wi-Fi: $7

• 🚌 Public Transport: $8/month

Despite the challenges in the country, western cities like Lviv remain culturally rich and incredibly affordable for remote workers.

🌄 2. Da Lat, Vietnam 🇻🇳

• 🛏 Rent: $200/month

• 🍲 Street food heaven: $1–$2 per meal

• 🛵 Scooter rental: $40/month

Cool climate, coffee farms, and mountain views. Perfect for creatives and remote workers who want to live slow — and cheap.

🏝 3. Taghazout, Morocco 🇲🇦

• 🛏 Rent: $300/month

• 🧆 Groceries + local food: $150–200

• 🏄‍♂️ Surf lessons: $5–10

A laid-back surf town where digital nomads, yogis, and backpackers gather. Safe, beautiful, and perfect for a minimalist lifestyle.

🏙 4. Medellín, Colombia 🇨🇴

• 🛏 Rent: $280/month

• 🚌 Metro pass: $25

• ☕ Coffee shops + coworking spaces: affordable and reliable

It’s called the “City of Eternal Spring” for a reason — the weather is perfect year-round and the cost of living is impressively low.

🕌 5. Izmir, Turkey 🇹🇷

• 🏠 Rent: $250–$350

• 🥙 Groceries + dining out: $180

• 🚎 Transit: $10/month

A gorgeous seaside city with ancient ruins, fast internet, and an underrated café culture. More chill (and cheaper) than Istanbul.

🏞 6. Oaxaca, Mexico 🇲🇽

• 🏠 Rent: $250–$350

• 🌮 Street food: $2–$3

• 🧘‍♀️ Great for: slow living, creatives, and cultural lovers

Colorful buildings, rich indigenous traditions, amazing markets and very walkable — Oaxaca is a favorite among expats and artists.

🏖 7. Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪

• 🏡 Rent: $200–$300

• 🥘 Wine and food: Cheap and incredible

• 🌐 Fast, reliable internet

Georgia (the country!) offers a 1-year visa for remote workers, low taxes, and a unique fusion of Europe and Asia. The locals are welcoming and it’s safe to live solo.

🧠 How to Prepare Before Moving

✅ Save at least 3 months of expenses
✅ Join expat Facebook groups or Reddit communities
✅ Use Airbnb monthly stays or local rental sites
✅ Always check visa rules and healthcare access
✅ Consider travel insurance (like SafetyWing or HeyMondo)

💬 Final Thoughts

You don’t need to be rich to live well — just strategic.

Living abroad can open doors financially, emotionally, and spiritually. Whether for 6 months or forever, these places offer freedom on a budget.

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• 🧮 Budget calculator (in Excel or Google Sheets)

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• 🧳 Packing checklist for long stays abroad

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