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Zurich, Switzerland 🇨🇭
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Nomad Score:
63%
💰 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
10%
Weight: 80
Extremely high rental prices, especially in central areas favored by expats and nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
21%
Weight: 40
Food prices are significantly above average, with groceries and dining out both costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
35%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient but relatively expensive compared to other European cities.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
20%
Weight: 15
Leisure activities and entertainment venues tend to be pricey.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
30%
Weight: 10
Gym fees are on the higher side, reflecting the overall cost of living.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
Swiss Franc is one of the most stable and trusted currencies worldwide.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
89%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet widely available with reliable connectivity.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
76%
Weight: 40
Good number of coworking spaces, though not as abundant as in larger global hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
70%
Weight: 30
Several cafes cater to digital nomads but limited compared to top nomad cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
55%
Weight: 100
Moderate popularity among digital nomads, more favored by business travelers.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
87%
Weight: 30
Strong culture of work-life balance with ample leisure and family time.
🌳 Environmental Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent environmental standards and green policies.
🧼 Cleanliness
97%
Weight: 10
One of the cleanest cities globally with strict cleanliness regulations.
🗨️ Language Barrier
63%
Weight: 30
German is predominant; English widely spoken but some language barriers remain.
💨 Air Quality
92%
Weight: 15
Very good air quality due to strict environmental controls.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
85%
Weight: 25
Excellent schools, parks, and family services.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
98%
Weight: 20
World-class healthcare system with excellent facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
25%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive without insurance; mandatory insurance adds to cost.
🏥 Healthcare
97%
Weight: 20
Top-tier healthcare services and infrastructure.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
32%
Weight: 80
Temperate but often cold and rainy, with snowy winters and moderate summers.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; stable geological and climatic conditions.
🏞️ Green Spaces
85%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and green areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Limited air conditioning in many buildings due to cooler climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
78%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
85%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to strict regulations and city planning.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
83%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, theaters, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options, more subdued compared to major party cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Close proximity to mountains and lakes offers excellent outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of language schools and cultural exchange programs.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
79%
Weight: 10
Variety of tours and local experiences, especially nature and cultural tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
70%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, and indoor activities are well developed.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
72%
Weight: 25
High-quality food scene with international and local Swiss cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
68%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, though not as numerous as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good range of fitness centers and sports clubs.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
75%
Weight: 15
Many organic and health-focused food stores and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone is favorable for connecting with Europe and parts of Africa and Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
73%
Weight: 25
Active professional and expat communities with regular networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
65%
Weight: 20
Moderate opportunities, mostly in finance, tech, and consulting sectors.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
68%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but smaller than major nomad hubs.
🏢 Coworking Quality
77%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with good amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
70%
Weight: 15
Developing startup ecosystem with focus on fintech and biotech.
💳 Local Payment Services
85%
Weight: 10
Advanced and secure payment infrastructure widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
72%
Weight: 15
Growing interest and adoption, with regulatory clarity improving.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
80%
Weight: 30
Well-connected international airport with many direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
88%
Weight: 20
Efficient, punctual, and extensive public transportation network.
🚶 Walkability
80%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
65%
Weight: 15
Available but less dominant than taxis and public transport.
🚲 Cycling
70%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure but limited by hilly terrain.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
85%
Weight: 15
Excellent train and bus connections to other Swiss cities and Europe.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Electric scooter and bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
90%
Weight: 20
Excellent mobile coverage and fast 4G/5G networks.
🔒 VPN Reliability
95%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
98%
Weight: 15
Very stable and reliable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available but limited compared to some other cities.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Strict visa regulations; obtaining long-term stay permits can be challenging.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates but complex tax system; not especially favorable for freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
97%
Weight: 20
Highly stable political environment with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Strict banking regulations make account opening somewhat difficult for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but involves bureaucracy and costs.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of June 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but high costs and visa restrictions limit appeal.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
55%
Weight: 25
Some events and meetups but less frequent than in major nomad hubs.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
65%
Weight: 20
Active but smaller online nomad community compared to top destinations.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
96%
Weight: 100
Extremely safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
90%
Weight: 50
Very safe and inclusive environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some reports of subtle discrimination.