St. Gallen, Switzerland 🇨🇭
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Nomad Score:
59%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
21%
Weight: 150
St. Gallen is quite expensive compared to global standards, typical for Swiss cities, especially in housing and dining.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
18%
Weight: 80
High rental prices with limited affordable options for short-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
30%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are costly but quality is excellent.
🚌 Transportation Cost
55%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient but ticket prices are moderately high.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
32%
Weight: 15
Entertainment venues tend to be pricey, reflecting Swiss standards.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
40%
Weight: 10
Gym fees are above average but facilities are high quality.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
Swiss Franc is one of the most stable currencies globally.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
Reliable high-speed internet widely available, including fiber connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
63%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but fewer than in larger Swiss cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for working remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Good number of cafes with power outlets and comfortable seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
39%
Weight: 100
Not a major hub for digital nomads, but some presence due to university and business.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
89%
Weight: 30
Strong culture of work-life balance and leisure time.
🌳 Environmental Quality
92%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with strict regulations and green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
95%
Weight: 10
Very clean city with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
German is primary language; English is moderately spoken, some language barrier exists.
💨 Air Quality
88%
Weight: 15
Generally excellent air quality due to low pollution levels.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
79%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family services available.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
97%
Weight: 20
Top-tier healthcare system with excellent facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
25%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is very expensive without insurance; mandatory insurance is costly.
🏥 Healthcare
96%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive and accessible healthcare services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
41%
Weight: 80
Temperate climate with cold winters and moderate summers; some rainy days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters like earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
83%
Weight: 10
Good availability of parks and natural areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
30%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon in residential buildings due to mild summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
78%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution, quiet residential and city areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with museums, festivals, and historic sites.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Close proximity to mountains and lakes offers excellent outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and community courses available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local tours, especially cultural and nature-focused.
🎳 Indoors Fun
58%
Weight: 10
Moderate options for indoor entertainment like cinemas and museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
62%
Weight: 25
Diverse but expensive food options, with strong Swiss and European influences.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios, but not abundant.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Good quality gyms and fitness centers available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
71%
Weight: 15
Organic and health-conscious food options are widely available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone is convenient for European and some American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
59%
Weight: 25
Moderate networking events, mostly business and academic focused.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; more reliant on international opportunities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
53%
Weight: 20
Small but growing freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
67%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are modern and well-equipped.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
48%
Weight: 15
Smaller startup ecosystem compared to Zurich or Geneva.
💳 Local Payment Services
76%
Weight: 10
Efficient and secure payment systems, including Swiss-specific options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption with some local interest and regulation clarity.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
52%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Zurich, about 1.5 hours away by train.
🚇 Public Transit
78%
Weight: 20
Reliable and punctual public transport within the city and region.
🚶 Walkability
74%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
45%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps compared to larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
69%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure but hilly terrain can be challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
81%
Weight: 15
Excellent train connections to major Swiss and European cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
57%
Weight: 10
Some e-scooter and bike rental services available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
89%
Weight: 20
Strong and reliable mobile coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
VPN services work well with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
95%
Weight: 15
Very stable and reliable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available but limited in coverage and speed.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
35%
Weight: 40
Swiss visa process is strict and can be lengthy for non-EU nationals.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates but complex tax system; not particularly favorable for freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
97%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
98%
Weight: 20
Highly stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
42%
Weight: 15
Banking regulations are strict; opening accounts for foreigners can be challenging.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but involves bureaucratic steps.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in Switzerland.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
48%
Weight: 50
Good infrastructure but high costs and visa restrictions limit friendliness.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
37%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated digital nomad events; some meetups in coworking spaces.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
45%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads specifically in St. Gallen.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
96%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
87%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; Switzerland is diverse but some social challenges remain.