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Shumen, Bulgaria 🇧🇬
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Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Shumen is very affordable compared to Western European standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are low, with many budget-friendly apartments available for digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and grocery stores offer fresh produce at low prices; eating out is inexpensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transportation is cheap and accessible, with affordable bus fares.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, with low-cost cinemas and cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
75%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available at reasonable monthly rates, though not as many as in larger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
72%
Weight: 30
Bulgarian Lev is relatively stable, pegged to the Euro, with low inflation.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
79%
Weight: 100
Average internet speeds around 50-70 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
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but quality and speed vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
42%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically cater to digital nomads; power outlets and comfortable seating are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21%
Weight: 100
Shumen is not a popular destination for digital nomads, with very few international remote workers.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain prepaid SIM cards with affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with low stress and good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality; some industrial pollution but generally clean air.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
City is moderately clean but some areas show signs of neglect.
🗨️ Language Barrier
43%
Weight: 30
Bulgarian is the main language; English is not widely spoken outside younger generations.
💨 Air Quality
67%
Weight: 15
Air quality is acceptable but can worsen during winter heating season.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families with schools and parks but limited international schooling.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
58%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available but not on par with Western Europe.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
84%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable, with low costs for consultations and medications.
🏥 Healthcare
60%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious medical care requires travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Warm summers and cold winters; July is hot and sunny, suitable for outdoor activities.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
62%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas, but limited compared to larger cities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
55%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common in older buildings; newer places may have it.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
78%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and cold winters, offering variety.
🔊 Noise Pollution
70%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution outside city center; quiet residential areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich local history and cultural heritage with museums and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
37%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and cafes.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
73%
Weight: 15
Close to natural parks and hiking trails; good for outdoor enthusiasts.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities to learn Bulgarian.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences available but limited.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
68%
Weight: 25
Traditional Bulgarian cuisine is widely available; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
32%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is abundant; healthy eating is possible but not widespread.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Eastern European Time (UTC+2/3) is convenient for European and Middle Eastern clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited networking events for digital nomads or entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most jobs are outside the city.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
28%
Weight: 20
Few local freelancers; digital nomad community is minimal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Limited coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
20%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity in Shumen.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
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 in Varna (~90 km); limited direct connectivity.
🚇 Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Local buses are available but infrequent and limited in coverage.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber are not widely available; taxis are common.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but infrastructure is limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Bus and train connections to other Bulgarian cities are available but not very frequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city; 5G limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
75%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Bulgaria is in the EU; visa-free access for many nationalities; standard Schengen visa rules apply.
📊 Tax Friendliness
65%
Weight: 30
Flat tax rate of 10%; moderate tax burden for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
78%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech with some political sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Stable but occasional political unrest and protests.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires paperwork and local address.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
68%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with low fees.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of mid-2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few or no nomad-specific events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or groups focused on Shumen digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
72%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly but traditional attitudes persist.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Some challenges for minorities; generally tolerant but not highly diverse.