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Sint-Niklaas, Belgium 🇧🇪
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Nomad Score:
55%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
31%
Weight: 150
Sint-Niklaas is moderately expensive compared to global standards, typical for Belgium but cheaper than Brussels.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
35%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but still on the higher side compared to Eastern Europe or Southeast Asia.
🍎 Food & Groceries
42%
Weight: 40
Food prices are reasonable with access to supermarkets and local markets, but dining out can be pricey.
🚌 Transportation Cost
56%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and affordable; local buses and trains are well-priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but can be moderately expensive.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
50%
Weight: 10
Average gym membership fees, comparable to other mid-sized European cities.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
Euro is a stable currency with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
Reliable high-speed fiber internet widely available.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
53%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to larger Belgian cities but some options exist.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
64%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not a strong digital nomad culture.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Belgium generally offers good work-life balance with reasonable work hours and social benefits.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Good environmental standards with green initiatives but some urban pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
78%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
62%
Weight: 30
Dutch is primary language; English is widely spoken but less so than in Brussels or Antwerp.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate air quality; occasional pollution due to traffic but generally acceptable.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and family services available.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system typical of Belgium.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable with insurance but can be costly without coverage.
🏥 Healthcare
88%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare infrastructure and services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
30%
Weight: 80
Temperate oceanic climate with frequent rain and cloudy days, mild summers.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
72%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
25%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon in homes and public places due to mild climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild winters and cool summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter than larger cities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich Flemish culture with local festivals and historical sites.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to bigger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
68%
Weight: 15
Access to countryside and nature reserves nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Language schools available but limited compared to major cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences but not a major tourist hub.
🎳 Indoors Fun
50%
Weight: 10
Museums and cultural centers available but limited variety.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
63%
Weight: 25
Good local Belgian cuisine with some international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
45%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios, not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Availability of organic and health food stores but limited variety.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is convenient for European and some American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited networking events for digital nomads or startups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Moderate opportunities, mostly in local companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community, not very active.
🏢 Coworking Quality
52%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but limited in number and amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is small compared to Brussels or Antwerp.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Good banking infrastructure with common European payment methods.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption, no major hubs or events.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Antwerp or Brussels, about 30-45 minutes away.
🚇 Public Transit
68%
Weight: 20
Good local bus and train connections.
🚶 Walkability
75%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing services available but limited compared to bigger cities.
🚲 Cycling
70%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure and bike-friendly city.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
72%
Weight: 15
Frequent trains to major Belgian cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Some bike rental options but limited electric scooter availability.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Excellent 4G/5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
95%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available but not widespread or very fast.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Belgium has strict visa policies; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
High taxes and social security contributions.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
88%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment typical of Western Europe.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate bureaucracy; requires residency or local address.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves paperwork and fees.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for nomads in Sint-Niklaas.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Safe and respectful environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some cultural diversity.