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Graz, Austria 🇦🇹
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Nomad Score:
67%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
51%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to Western European standards; more affordable than Vienna but pricier than Eastern Europe.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
47%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but on the higher side for students and digital nomads, especially in central areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
63%
Weight: 40
Graz offers a good balance of affordable groceries and mid-range dining options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and affordable with monthly passes available at reasonable prices.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are moderately priced, with theaters, cinemas, and cultural events accessible.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are fairly priced, with multiple options including budget gyms and premium facilities.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
Euro currency provides high stability and low inflation risk.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
Reliable high-speed internet with widespread fiber-optic availability in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
72%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist, catering well to freelancers and digital nomads.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
79%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi and comfortable work environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
70%
Weight: 30
A good number of cafes are nomad-friendly with power outlets and quiet atmospheres.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
43%
Weight: 100
Graz is less known internationally among digital nomads but growing steadily.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain prepaid SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
85%
Weight: 30
Strong emphasis on work-life balance with cultural norms supporting reasonable working hours.
🌳 Environmental Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Good environmental quality with green initiatives and clean urban spaces.
🧼 Cleanliness
89%
Weight: 10
City is well-maintained and clean, typical of Austrian standards.
🗨️ Language Barrier
62%
Weight: 30
German is the primary language; English is widely understood in service and younger populations.
💨 Air Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with occasional pollution spikes in winter.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good infrastructure and services for families, including parks and schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
94%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with modern facilities and well-trained professionals.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable for EU residents; private insurance recommended for non-EU nomads.
🏥 Healthcare
93%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services with easy access to specialists.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
41%
Weight: 80
Temperate continental climate with cold winters and moderate summers; some rainy days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
83%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and green areas within the city and nearby nature.
❄️ Air Conditioning
35%
Weight: 15
Limited air conditioning in many buildings; summers can be warm but not extreme.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
78%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and warm summers, appealing to those who enjoy seasonal changes.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet city with low noise pollution outside central nightlife areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
87%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, theaters, festivals, and historic architecture.
🌃 Nightlife
61%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with bars and clubs mostly catering to students and locals.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Close proximity to hiking trails, parks, and countryside for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and meetups available for learning German.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
73%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours, cultural experiences, and culinary events.
🎳 Indoors Fun
68%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, cinemas, and indoor sports facilities provide entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
75%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with traditional Austrian cuisine and international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
64%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, though not as abundant as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good range of fitness centers, including gyms, pools, and sports clubs.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
72%
Weight: 15
Organic markets and health-conscious restaurants are available but limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
80%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is favorable for coordinating with most European countries.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
60%
Weight: 25
Growing startup and freelancer community but smaller than major hubs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most opportunities come from international companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
63%
Weight: 20
Moderate freelance ecosystem with coworking spaces and some support networks.
🏢 Coworking Quality
71%
Weight: 30
Well-equipped coworking spaces with good amenities and community events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
58%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene with some incubators and accelerators but still developing.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of cards and mobile payments; some cash still preferred in smaller shops.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; some local interest but not a major hub for crypto innovation.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
67%
Weight: 30
Graz Airport offers regional flights; larger international airports accessible within 2 hours.
🚇 Public Transit
84%
Weight: 20
Efficient tram and bus network covering the city well.
🚶 Walkability
80%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Limited presence of ride-sharing apps compared to larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
75%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure and bike lanes throughout the city.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
78%
Weight: 15
Well-connected by train and bus to other Austrian cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Bike rentals widely available; e-scooters present but less common than in bigger cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
90%
Weight: 20
Excellent mobile coverage with 4G and expanding 5G networks.
🔒 VPN Reliability
92%
Weight: 20
Stable internet infrastructure supports reliable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
95%
Weight: 15
Highly reliable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many cafes and public spaces but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
55%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa required for many; no specific digital nomad visa available.
📊 Tax Friendliness
42%
Weight: 30
Austria has relatively high taxes; not particularly friendly for freelancers or nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
96%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
93%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate difficulty; requires residency or local address, some bureaucracy involved.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
58%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves paperwork and some delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available as of mid-2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
62%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly to nomads but lacks specific infrastructure or visa support.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
50%
Weight: 25
Few organized nomad-specific events; community is small but growing.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
55%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads compared to larger cities.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
91%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
87%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for female travelers and nomads.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some challenges but overall welcoming.