Geneva, Switzerland 🇨🇭
#971
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Nomad Score:
62%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
12%
Weight: 150
One of the most expensive cities globally, with high prices for almost all goods and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
8%
Weight: 80
Extremely high rental prices, especially for short-term stays favored by digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
21%
Weight: 40
Food prices are significantly above average, with groceries and dining out being costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
35%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient but expensive; monthly passes are costly compared to other cities.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
24%
Weight: 15
Leisure activities and cultural events tend to be pricey.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
30%
Weight: 10
Gym fees are above average but quality facilities are available.
💱 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 widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
79%
Weight: 40
Good number of coworking spaces, though not as abundant as in larger tech hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
73%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for working remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes cater to remote workers but seating can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
55%
Weight: 100
Moderate presence of digital nomads; more popular among business travelers.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
86%
Weight: 30
Strong culture of work-life balance with ample leisure opportunities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
94%
Weight: 15
Excellent environmental standards and clean surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
97%
Weight: 10
Very clean city with strict waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
62%
Weight: 30
French is dominant; English widely spoken but some language challenges remain.
💨 Air Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Generally very good air quality with low pollution levels.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
84%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family services.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
99%
Weight: 20
World-class healthcare system with excellent facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
20%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is very expensive without insurance; mandatory insurance is costly.
🏥 Healthcare
98%
Weight: 20
Top-tier healthcare services and infrastructure.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Temperate but often cold and rainy, especially in winter; limited sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
88%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
42%
Weight: 15
Limited use of air conditioning due to cooler climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
76%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and mild summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
87%
Weight: 10
Low noise levels; quiet residential areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
83%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, theaters, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
54%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options; more subdued compared to larger European cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
91%
Weight: 15
Close proximity to lakes, mountains, and hiking trails.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Good opportunities to learn French and other languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Variety of cultural and outdoor tours available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
65%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, and indoor activities available but limited compared to larger cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
72%
Weight: 25
High-quality dining options with international and local cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
67%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, though not as widespread as in some cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
71%
Weight: 15
Good quality gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
79%
Weight: 15
Many organic and health-conscious food stores and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is convenient for working with Europe and parts of Africa.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
63%
Weight: 25
Moderate networking events; more business-focused than startup-centric.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
58%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; more suited for freelancers or remote workers employed elsewhere.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
60%
Weight: 20
Growing but still small freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
77%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with good amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
55%
Weight: 15
Smaller startup ecosystem compared to Zurich or Berlin.
💳 Local Payment Services
79%
Weight: 10
Modern payment infrastructure with wide acceptance of cards and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
64%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; regulatory environment is cautious but stable.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
83%
Weight: 30
Well-connected international airport with many European and global flights.
🚇 Public Transit
89%
Weight: 20
Efficient and punctual public transport network.
🚶 Walkability
81%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
65%
Weight: 15
Available but less prevalent than taxis and public transport.
🚲 Cycling
70%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure exists but limited by hilly terrain.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent train and bus connections to other Swiss cities and Europe.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
68%
Weight: 10
E-scooters and bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
91%
Weight: 20
Excellent mobile coverage and 5G availability.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports VPN use without issues.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
98%
Weight: 15
Very stable and reliable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
69%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available but limited in coverage and speed.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
32%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa required; strict and costly visa policies for non-EU nationals.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
High taxes and social contributions; complex tax system.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
96%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
97%
Weight: 20
Highly stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Strict banking regulations make account opening challenging for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate complexity and cost for registering a business.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
20%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa; standard visas apply.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
54%
Weight: 50
Moderate friendliness; infrastructure good but cost and visa issues limit appeal.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
50%
Weight: 25
Some meetups but not a major hub for nomad events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
57%
Weight: 20
Small but active online communities.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
98%
Weight: 100
Extremely safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
92%
Weight: 50
Very safe and welcoming for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional reports of discrimination.