Escaldes-Engordany, Andorra 🇦🇩
#1169
42.486196, 1.603771
Nomad Score:
63%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
65%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to larger European cities, but still higher than many other regions.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
58%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are on the higher side for a small city, especially for short-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
60%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are reasonable, but dining out can be expensive due to limited options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable, but limited; most places are walkable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
55%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited, and prices can be high for activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with a few options available.
💱 Currency Stability
90%
Weight: 30
Andorra uses the Euro, which is stable and widely accepted.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
85%
Weight: 100
High-speed internet is available, making it suitable for remote work.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
40%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces available, mostly catering to local needs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but options are not as abundant as in larger cities.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
A few cafes are suitable for working, but the environment can be quiet.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads, leading to fewer community events.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Good work-life balance with a relaxed lifestyle and outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
88%
Weight: 15
High environmental quality with beautiful natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
90%
Weight: 10
Very clean city with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Catalan is the official language, but many locals speak Spanish and English.
💨 Air Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low industrial activity and abundant green spaces.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
80%
Weight: 20
Good quality healthcare services available, though limited in variety.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable, especially for residents.
🏥 Healthcare
80%
Weight: 20
Access to healthcare is good, with a focus on quality and patient care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
65%
Weight: 80
Cold winters with snow, but pleasant summers; seasonal variety is notable.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, though occasional snowstorms can occur.
🏞️ Green Spaces
85%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and natural areas for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in some buildings, but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons provide a variety of outdoor activities year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Cultural offerings are limited, with a focus on local traditions and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, primarily catering to locals.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for hiking, skiing, and other outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
45%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language learning opportunities, but local immersion is possible.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but options are not extensive.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, primarily focused on local culture.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Decent food scene with local cuisine, but fewer international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, but not a strong presence.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness facilities available, but options are limited.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but not as diverse as larger cities.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is generally favorable for remote work with the Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Limited freelance ecosystem with few local clients.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Quality of available coworking spaces is variable and often limited.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup scene, with few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Local payment services are reliable, but options are limited compared to larger cities.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Some interest in blockchain, but adoption is not widespread.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Limited direct flights; nearest major airport is in Spain or France.
🚇 Public Transit
60%
Weight: 20
Public transit is available but not extensive; reliance on personal transport is common.
🚶 Walkability
80%
Weight: 20
Highly walkable city with compact layout and pedestrian-friendly areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing services available.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible, but infrastructure is not fully developed.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Intercity travel options are limited, primarily relying on bus services.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of rental services for scooters and bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage, though some rural areas may have limitations.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available, suitable for remote work.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Very reliable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa process is relatively straightforward for EU citizens; others may face challenges.
📊 Tax Friendliness
80%
Weight: 30
Attractive tax rates for residents and businesses.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech, though local media is limited.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low levels of corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic, especially for non-residents.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Business registration process can be complex and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa; options are limited.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Not particularly nomad-friendly due to limited community and resources.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Limited online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
90%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, though diversity is limited.