Basel, Switzerland 🇨🇭
#972
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Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
12%
Weight: 150
Basel is one of the most expensive cities globally, with high prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
9%
Weight: 80
Housing is very costly, with limited affordable options for digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
21%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are expensive compared to many other cities.
🚌 Transportation Cost
34%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient but pricey; monthly passes are costly.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
25%
Weight: 15
Leisure activities and cultural events tend to be expensive.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
30%
Weight: 10
Gym fees are above average, reflecting the high cost of living.
💱 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 fiber internet is widely available and reliable.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
73%
Weight: 40
Several quality coworking spaces exist, though not as numerous as in larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
79%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
71%
Weight: 30
Good selection of cafes with power outlets and comfortable seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
42%
Weight: 100
Not a top destination for digital nomads but has a small, steady community.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
89%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
85%
Weight: 30
Strong emphasis on work-life balance and leisure time.
🌳 Environmental Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with strict regulations and green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
95%
Weight: 10
Very clean city with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
63%
Weight: 30
German is dominant; English is widely spoken but less so outside business areas.
💨 Air Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with low pollution levels.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family services.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
96%
Weight: 20
World-class healthcare facilities and services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
20%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is excellent but very expensive without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
96%
Weight: 20
Top-tier healthcare system with quick access to specialists.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Temperate but often cloudy and rainy with cold winters.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
92%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Good number of parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
35%
Weight: 15
Limited use of air conditioning due to cooler climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
74%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and mild summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet with low noise pollution levels.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
80%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, theaters, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
52%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options, more subdued than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
79%
Weight: 15
Close to the Jura mountains and Rhine river for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
67%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and cultural exchange programs available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
71%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours, especially cultural and historical.
🎳 Indoors Fun
65%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, and indoor sports facilities available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
73%
Weight: 25
Diverse culinary options with Swiss and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
64%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios catering to different styles and levels.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
76%
Weight: 15
Organic and health-focused food stores and restaurants are common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is convenient for communication with most of Europe.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
68%
Weight: 25
Active professional and expat communities but smaller scale.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
59%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; more suited for freelancers or international remote workers.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
62%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but not as large as major hubs.
🏢 Coworking Quality
75%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
54%
Weight: 15
Smaller startup ecosystem compared to Zurich or Geneva.
💳 Local Payment Services
79%
Weight: 10
Efficient banking and payment systems, including mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption with some local startups and regulatory clarity.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
71%
Weight: 30
Basel-Mulhouse airport offers good European connections.
🚇 Public Transit
83%
Weight: 20
Efficient and punctual public transport network.
🚶 Walkability
80%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
55%
Weight: 15
Limited availability compared to larger cities; taxis more common.
🚲 Cycling
74%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure and bike-friendly policies.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
86%
Weight: 15
Excellent train connections to major Swiss and European cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
67%
Weight: 10
Electric scooter and bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
90%
Weight: 20
Strong and reliable mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
92%
Weight: 20
No significant restrictions; VPNs work reliably.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
97%
Weight: 15
Very stable and reliable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available but limited in coverage and speed.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
32%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa required; strict and costly for long stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
High taxes and social security contributions for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
98%
Weight: 20
Very stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Strict banking regulations make account opening challenging for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
51%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and costly process for registering businesses.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate friendliness; infrastructure good but cost and visa issues limit appeal.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
43%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
50%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence compared to major nomad hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
96%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
87%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and inclusive environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some challenges but overall respectful.