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Escaldes-Engordany, Andorra 🇦🇩
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Nomad Score:
57%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
31%
Weight: 150
Andorra is generally expensive compared to many countries, especially for groceries and dining out, though cheaper than major European capitals.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
27%
Weight: 80
Accommodation prices are high due to limited supply and popularity among tourists and residents.
🍎 Food & Groceries
40%
Weight: 40
Food prices are moderate but higher than neighboring Spain; groceries can be costly due to import reliance.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; many rely on walking or private vehicles.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
35%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options tend to be pricey, especially in tourist areas.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with several quality facilities available.
💱 Currency Stability
90%
Weight: 30
Uses the Euro unofficially, benefiting from Eurozone currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
86%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet is widely available with reliable connectivity.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
41%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces exist but are growing slowly.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
63%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, though not all are optimized for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to digital nomads but overall options are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
38%
Weight: 100
Not a major hub for digital nomads yet, but gaining some attention.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
78%
Weight: 25
SIM cards easily available with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
87%
Weight: 30
Excellent work-life balance with outdoor activities and low stress.
🌳 Environmental Quality
94%
Weight: 15
Clean mountain environment with fresh air and low pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
92%
Weight: 10
Very clean city with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
Catalan is official; Spanish and French widely spoken; English less common but growing.
💨 Air Quality
96%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to mountainous terrain and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good for families with outdoor activities and safety.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
79%
Weight: 20
Good healthcare system with access to nearby Spanish and French hospitals.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable but private options can be costly.
🏥 Healthcare
78%
Weight: 20
Reliable healthcare services with good standards.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
54%
Weight: 80
Mountain climate with cold winters and mild summers; some may find winters too cold.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional avalanches in winter.
🏞️ Green Spaces
97%
Weight: 10
Abundant green spaces and access to nature trails and mountains.
❄️ Air Conditioning
43%
Weight: 15
Limited need for air conditioning due to cooler climate; not widely installed.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
72%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
89%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small size and mountain location.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich Catalan culture with festivals and traditions, but small city feel.
🌃 Nightlife
39%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
98%
Weight: 15
Excellent for hiking, skiing, and mountain sports.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
51%
Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn Catalan, Spanish, and French locally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Good range of mountain and cultural tours available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
47%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
53%
Weight: 25
Decent variety of local and international cuisine but limited diversity.
🧠 Yoga Studios
48%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, growing interest.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
56%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and fitness centers, but not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
59%
Weight: 15
Moderate availability of healthy and organic food options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone suitable for European and some US clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
37%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; mostly reliant on remote work from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
39%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community, slowly developing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
43%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic but functional.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
28%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
62%
Weight: 10
Standard European payment services available; some limitations due to small market.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest but no major hubs or regulations.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
34%
Weight: 30
No airport in Andorra; nearest airports are in Spain and France, requiring 2+ hour transfers.
🚇 Public Transit
45%
Weight: 20
Limited bus services; no trains.
🚶 Walkability
79%
Weight: 20
Compact city center is walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
32%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps.
🚲 Cycling
61%
Weight: 10
Good for mountain biking but urban cycling infrastructure is limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
40%
Weight: 15
Limited direct public transport to other cities; mostly reliant on buses.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
37%
Weight: 10
Few rental options, mostly seasonal.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
81%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage throughout the city and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports VPN use without issues.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
93%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
54%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
42%
Weight: 40
Andorra has strict residency requirements; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
75%
Weight: 30
Favorable tax regime with low income tax rates.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
88%
Weight: 15
High level of freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
91%
Weight: 20
Very stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
39%
Weight: 15
Banking can be bureaucratic and requires residency.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex procedures.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
43%
Weight: 50
Somewhat friendly but lacks infrastructure and visa options for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
21%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
97%
Weight: 100
Extremely safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
85%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; small population with limited diversity.