Genki Logo
Genki offers international health insurance tailored for digital nomads, expats, and long-term travelers, providing worldwide coverage and flexibility.

Stay covered anywhere.

Affiliate disclosure
Nomad Score: 63%

💰 Cost & Affordability

💸 Cost of Living
71% Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to Prague and Western Europe, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68% Weight: 80
Rental prices are lower than major Czech cities but limited options for short-term furnished apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75% Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer affordable groceries; dining out is reasonably priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80% Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive and well-integrated within the city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
62% Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment venues, but prices are generally low.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
73% Weight: 10
Affordable gym memberships with several local fitness centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
87% Weight: 30
Czech koruna is relatively stable with low inflation rates.

💻 Digital Nomad Essentials

🚀 Internet Speed
79% Weight: 100
Good broadband infrastructure with average speeds around 100 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
54% Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces available; options are limited compared to larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65% Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi but not all are optimized for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
58% Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but overall limited digital nomad-specific amenities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32% Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination among digital nomads; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
83% Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.

🌟 Quality of Life

⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76% Weight: 30
Generally good balance with a slower pace of life compared to major cities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79% Weight: 15
Clean environment with low pollution levels and good air quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
83% Weight: 10
City is well-maintained and clean with regular public services.
🗨️ Language Barrier
51% Weight: 30
Czech is the primary language; English is moderately spoken, especially among younger people.
💨 Air Quality
80% Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with low industrial pollution.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Friendly
70% Weight: 25
Good schools and family-oriented amenities available.

🏥 Healthcare

🏥 Healthcare Quality
78% Weight: 20
Good standard of healthcare with modern facilities available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75% Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are reasonable, especially with insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
77% Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare system with both public and private options.

🌿 Climate & Environment

☀️ Weather
43% Weight: 80
Temperate continental climate with cold winters and moderate summers; some rainy days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90% Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
72% Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
39% Weight: 15
Limited air conditioning in residential and public buildings due to mild summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75% Weight: 10
Distinct four seasons with snowy winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
79% Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to smaller city size and limited heavy traffic.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
68% Weight: 20
Rich local history and cultural events but smaller scale compared to Prague.
🌃 Nightlife
47% Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly local pubs and a few bars.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
79% Weight: 15
Close proximity to nature with hiking and outdoor activities nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
56% Weight: 10
Some language schools available but limited compared to larger cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60% Weight: 10
Few organized tours; more focused on local cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
53% Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas and museums.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
64% Weight: 25
Good traditional Czech cuisine with some international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
48% Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; not a major wellness hub.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
69% Weight: 15
Several gyms and fitness centers, though not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
61% Weight: 15
Moderate availability of healthy and organic food options.

💼 Work Environment

🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74% Weight: 20
Central European Time zone suitable for working with most European and some US clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
45% Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50% Weight: 20
Local job market limited; most remote jobs sourced internationally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
47% Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited local support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
52% Weight: 30
Basic coworking facilities with essential amenities.

📈 Business & Economy

🚀 Startup Scene
43% Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is small and less developed than in Prague.
💳 Local Payment Services
71% Weight: 10
Good availability of local banking and payment services.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50% Weight: 15
Moderate interest but limited local infrastructure.

🚆 Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
42% Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Brno or Ostrava; limited direct international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
78% Weight: 20
Reliable local bus and trolleybus network within the city.
🚶 Walkability
70% Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
63% Weight: 15
Available but less prevalent than in larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
67% Weight: 10
Moderate cycling infrastructure with some bike lanes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60% Weight: 15
Train and bus connections to other Czech cities are available but not very frequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55% Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter and bike rentals.

📡 Connectivity

📱 Mobile Network Coverage
81% Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage citywide; 5G rollout ongoing but limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85% Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no significant restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
89% Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
57% Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some public areas but not widespread.

⚖️ Legal & Administrative

🛂 Visa Ease
64% Weight: 40
Schengen visa required for most; relatively straightforward for short stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55% Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; bureaucracy can be complex for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
90% Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
84% Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60% Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be time-consuming.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
58% Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; processes are improving but still somewhat complex.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0% Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
49% Weight: 50
Not a well-established digital nomad destination; limited infrastructure and community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
37% Weight: 25
Few to no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
41% Weight: 20
Limited online presence or forums dedicated to Zlin digital nomads.

🛡️ Safety & Tolerance

🛡️ Safety
86% Weight: 100
Generally very safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
78% Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60% Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some cultural homogeneity but generally respectful.

Feedback Thank You!

Thank you!

Your feedback has been submitted successfully.