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Hasselt, Belgium 🇧🇪
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Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
41%
Weight: 150
Belgium is generally expensive; Hasselt is cheaper than Brussels but still above average for Europe.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
43%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate for Belgium but high compared to Eastern Europe or Asia.
🍎 Food & Groceries
52%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are moderately priced; local markets offer some affordable options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
65%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and affordable; cycling is popular and free.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate prices for cinemas, museums, and events; nightlife can be pricey.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
58%
Weight: 10
Average gym fees; several fitness centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
Euro is stable and widely accepted.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
62%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but fewer than in larger Belgian cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
60%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not a strong niche yet.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Hasselt is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Belgium offers good work-life balance with reasonable working hours and social benefits.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Clean city with good waste management and green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
78%
Weight: 10
Public spaces and streets are generally clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Dutch is primary language; English is widely spoken but less so than in Brussels.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with occasional pollution spikes.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family services.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with accessible services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable with insurance but can be costly without it.
🏥 Healthcare
85%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare infrastructure and professionals.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
32%
Weight: 80
Temperate oceanic climate; often cloudy and rainy, cool summers.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
25%
Weight: 15
Rarely used due to mild summers; many buildings lack AC.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons with mild winters and cool summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively quiet city with low noise pollution.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with museums, festivals, and historic sites.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options; more subdued than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
72%
Weight: 15
Access to nearby nature reserves and cycling routes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and community classes available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Limited but some local cultural tours and events.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Museums, cinemas, and indoor activities available but limited variety.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Good variety of Belgian and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios but not abundant.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Gyms and fitness centers available but not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Organic markets and health food stores present.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
85%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is favorable for working with most of Europe.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
50%
Weight: 25
Limited compared to major hubs; some local business events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from larger cities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Growing but still limited freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Decent coworking spaces with good amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
48%
Weight: 15
Small startup scene compared to Brussels or Antwerp.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Good banking infrastructure with contactless and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; Belgium is cautious but open to crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Brussels Airport (~1 hour away).
🚇 Public Transit
70%
Weight: 20
Reliable buses and trains connect Hasselt to other cities.
🚶 Walkability
75%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Uber not available; local taxi apps exist but limited.
🚲 Cycling
80%
Weight: 10
Excellent cycling infrastructure and culture.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to major Belgian cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Bike rentals common; electric scooters less prevalent.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G/5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
No restrictions; VPNs work reliably.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa required; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
Belgium has relatively high taxes, not very favorable for freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
90%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate bureaucracy; easier with residency.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Process is bureaucratic and can be slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Not a popular destination for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Few to no dedicated nomad events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for nomads in Hasselt.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Generally very safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional issues as in much of Europe.