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Basel, Switzerland 🇨🇭
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Nomad Score:
59%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
12%
Weight: 150
Basel is one of the most expensive cities globally, with high prices for almost all goods and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
8%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are very high, especially for short-term stays preferred by digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
21%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are costly compared to many other European cities.
🚌 Transportation Cost
35%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient but relatively expensive; however, many nomads rely on walking or cycling.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
27%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but tend to be pricey.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
30%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately expensive but facilities are high quality.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
Swiss Franc is one of the most stable currencies worldwide.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed internet is widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
74%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist, though fewer than in larger Swiss cities like Zurich.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
79%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for working remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not as widespread as in major nomad hubs.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Basel is not a top destination for digital nomads, more known for business travelers.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
85%
Weight: 30
Swiss culture emphasizes work-life balance with good labor laws and leisure options.
🌳 Environmental Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Clean city with strict environmental regulations and good air quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
95%
Weight: 10
Basel is very clean with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
German is the main language; English is widely spoken but less so than in bigger cities.
💨 Air Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with low pollution levels.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
80%
Weight: 25
Good infrastructure and services for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
99%
Weight: 20
Top-tier healthcare system with excellent facilities and services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
20%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is very expensive without insurance; mandatory insurance is costly.
🏥 Healthcare
98%
Weight: 20
Access to high-quality healthcare is excellent.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
41%
Weight: 80
Temperate climate with cold winters and moderate summers; July is warm but not hot, some rain.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Good availability of parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
34%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon in residential buildings; summers are mild but can be warm.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
72%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet city with low noise pollution.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
86%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, theaters, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
51%
Weight: 15
Nightlife exists but is relatively subdued compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
83%
Weight: 15
Close to the Jura mountains and the Rhine river, offering good outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and opportunities to learn German and French.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good range of cultural and historical tours available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
62%
Weight: 10
Museums and galleries provide indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Diverse and high-quality food options, though expensive.
🧠 Yoga Studios
63%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available but not as many as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good quality gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
78%
Weight: 15
Organic and health food stores are common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is convenient for European and some US clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
60%
Weight: 25
Moderate opportunities, mostly through business and tech events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Limited compared to larger cities; more traditional job market.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
58%
Weight: 20
Growing but still small freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
71%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with good amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Smaller startup ecosystem compared to Zurich or Geneva.
💳 Local Payment Services
79%
Weight: 10
Modern banking and payment services widely available.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
62%
Weight: 15
Interest in crypto is growing but still cautious regulatory environment.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
73%
Weight: 30
EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg offers good regional and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
80%
Weight: 20
Efficient and punctual public transport system.
🚶 Walkability
85%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Uber and similar services are limited; taxis are available.
🚲 Cycling
77%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure and bike rental options.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
84%
Weight: 15
Excellent train connections to major European cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
70%
Weight: 10
Electric scooter and bike rentals are available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
90%
Weight: 20
Excellent mobile coverage with 4G and 5G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
92%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
98%
Weight: 15
Very stable and reliable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available but limited compared to larger cities.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
30%
Weight: 40
Switzerland has strict visa policies; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
42%
Weight: 30
High taxes and social security contributions for residents.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
97%
Weight: 20
Very stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Banking regulations are strict; opening accounts can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate complexity and cost to register a business.
📄✈️ 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 due to cost and visa restrictions.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few digital nomad-specific events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads in Basel.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
96%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
88%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and respectful environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some cultural conservatism exists.