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Dobrich, Bulgaria 🇧🇬
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Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Dobrich is one of the more affordable cities in Bulgaria, with low prices for daily expenses compared to Western Europe.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, with many affordable apartments available for long-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer fresh produce and groceries at very reasonable prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
83%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap, though limited in frequency; taxis are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but inexpensive when available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
80%
Weight: 10
Gyms are affordable, with monthly memberships costing significantly less than in Western Europe.
💱 Currency Stability
72%
Weight: 30
Bulgarian lev is relatively stable, pegged to the Euro, with low inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
76%
Weight: 100
Average internet speeds around 50-100 Mbps; reliable but not top-tier.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
34%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads work from cafes or home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and speed vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
42%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; quiet working environments are rare.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21%
Weight: 100
Dobrich is not a known hotspot for digital nomads; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
83%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Slower pace of life supports good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment with low industrial pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
City is moderately clean but some areas show signs of neglect.
🗨️ Language Barrier
41%
Weight: 30
Bulgarian is the main language; English is not widely spoken outside younger generations.
💨 Air Quality
77%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally good due to low traffic and industry.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families but limited international schools and activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
53%
Weight: 20
Healthcare is basic; better facilities are found in larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
84%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to Western standards.
🏥 Healthcare
58%
Weight: 20
Limited specialist services locally; adequate for minor issues.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
62%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with hot summers and cold winters; some seasonal extremes.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
69%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas but not extensive.
❄️ Air Conditioning
55%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not standard in many buildings, can be uncomfortable in summer.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
71%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and cold winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
74%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution; quiet residential areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
67%
Weight: 20
Rich local traditions but limited cultural events compared to bigger cities.
🌃 Nightlife
38%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is minimal with few bars or clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
74%
Weight: 15
Close to nature with countryside and parks nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; limited opportunities for learning Bulgarian.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
52%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available but not widely promoted.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
63%
Weight: 25
Traditional Bulgarian cuisine is available; international options are scarce.
🧠 Yoga Studios
31%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
59%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is abundant; organic options are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
UTC+2 (EET) is convenient for European and Middle Eastern clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
33%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
28%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
31%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity in Dobrich compared to Sofia or Plovdiv.
💳 Local Payment Services
64%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; cash still widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but limited local infrastructure or businesses.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Varna, about 50 km away; limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
57%
Weight: 20
Local buses available but infrequent and limited routes.
🚶 Walkability
62%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
43%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps exist but usage is low.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some cycling paths but infrastructure is underdeveloped.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
61%
Weight: 15
Bus and train connections to other Bulgarian cities are available but slow.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
74%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city and surroundings.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
79%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
47%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in cafes or public buildings.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
EU member state; visa-free for many nationalities; standard Schengen rules apply.
📊 Tax Friendliness
65%
Weight: 30
Flat income tax rate of 10%; moderate tax burden for freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
76%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech environment with some political sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
69%
Weight: 20
Stable democracy but occasional political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires paperwork and local address.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
63%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward but bureaucratic processes can be slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in Bulgaria.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
37%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few or no digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
22%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or groups focused on Dobrich digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
78%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly but some traditional attitudes persist.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Mixed tolerance levels; some reports of discrimination.