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Nomad Score: 63%

πŸ’° Cost & Affordability

πŸ’Έ Cost of Living
51% Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to larger German cities like Munich or Hamburg, but higher than Eastern European cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
43% Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but rising due to demand; affordable compared to major German metros but still significant.
🍎 Food & Groceries
67% Weight: 40
Reasonably priced groceries and food options, with many discount supermarkets available.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78% Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and affordable with monthly passes available at reasonable prices.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60% Weight: 15
Entertainment options are moderately priced; cinemas, theaters, and events are accessible but not cheap.
πŸ‹οΈ Gym Membership Cost
65% Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with several budget and mid-range options.
πŸ’± Currency Stability
98% Weight: 30
Euro is a stable currency with low volatility.

πŸ’» Digital Nomad Essentials

πŸš€ Internet Speed
84% Weight: 100
Good broadband infrastructure with average speeds around 100-200 Mbps in urban areas.
πŸ‘₯ Coworking Spaces Availability
72% Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces available, though fewer than in larger German cities.
β˜• Cafes with WiFi
75% Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work.
πŸ’»β˜• Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68% Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not a large established scene.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
34% Weight: 100
Bochum is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot compared to Berlin or Munich.
πŸ“± Local SIM Card Availability
92% Weight: 25
Easy to obtain prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.

🌟 Quality of Life

βš–οΈ Work-Life Balance
87% Weight: 30
Strong German work-life balance culture with regulated working hours.
🌳 Environmental Quality
62% Weight: 15
Moderate air quality; some industrial pollution due to Ruhr area's history.
🧼 Cleanliness
79% Weight: 10
City is generally clean with good waste management.
πŸ—¨οΈ Language Barrier
63% Weight: 30
German is primary language; English is moderately spoken especially among younger people.
πŸ’¨ Air Quality
55% Weight: 15
Air quality can be moderate to poor at times due to industrial legacy.
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Family Friendly
78% Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family services.

πŸ₯ Healthcare

πŸ₯ Healthcare Quality
91% Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system typical of Germany.
πŸ’‰ Healthcare Affordability
74% Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable with insurance; out-of-pocket costs can be moderate.
πŸ₯ Healthcare
90% Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare infrastructure and services.

🌿 Climate & Environment

β˜€οΈ Weather
32% Weight: 80
Temperate oceanic climate with cool summers and cold, rainy winters; not ideal for sun lovers.
πŸŒͺ️ Natural Disaster Risk
95% Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
71% Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas, though urban and industrial surroundings limit extensive nature access.
❄️ Air Conditioning
21% Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon in homes and many public places due to mild summers.
πŸ‚ Seasonal Variety
78% Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with cold winters and mild summers.
πŸ”Š Noise Pollution
53% Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels due to urban and industrial areas.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
70% Weight: 20
Rich industrial heritage with museums and cultural events, but less vibrant than larger cities.
πŸŒƒ Nightlife
54% Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with bars and clubs, but limited compared to bigger German cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
60% Weight: 15
Access to Ruhr valley nature trails and parks, but urban environment dominates.
πŸ—£οΈ Language Learning Opportunities
73% Weight: 10
Several language schools and community courses available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
59% Weight: 10
Some industrial heritage tours and local cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
65% Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, cinemas available but limited variety.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
68% Weight: 25
Good mix of traditional German and international cuisine, though not as diverse as bigger cities.
🧠 Yoga Studios
62% Weight: 10
Several yoga and wellness studios available.
πŸ‹οΈ Fitness Facilities
70% Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms and fitness centers.
πŸ₯— Healthy Food Options
69% Weight: 15
Organic and health food stores present but limited compared to larger cities.

πŸ’Ό Work Environment

πŸ•°οΈ Time Zone Favorability
75% Weight: 20
Central European Time is convenient for working with Europe and parts of Africa and Asia.
🀝 Networking Opportunities
58% Weight: 25
Limited compared to major hubs; some local business and tech meetups.
πŸ’» Remote Job Opportunities
50% Weight: 20
Local job market is moderate; more opportunities in larger German cities.
πŸ†“ Freelance Ecosystem
56% Weight: 20
Growing but still small freelance community.
🏒 Coworking Quality
70% Weight: 30
Decent coworking spaces with good facilities.

πŸ“ˆ Business & Economy

πŸš€ Startup Scene
48% Weight: 15
Smaller startup scene compared to Berlin or Munich.
πŸ’³ Local Payment Services
83% Weight: 10
Well-developed banking and payment infrastructure.
πŸ”— Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55% Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; Germany is cautious but growing interest.

πŸš† Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
62% Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is DΓΌsseldorf (~30 km), well connected internationally.
πŸš‡ Public Transit
81% Weight: 20
Good local and regional public transit network including buses and trains.
🚢 Walkability
74% Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian zones.
πŸš— Ride-sharing Services
70% Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing services available but less prevalent than in bigger cities.
🚲 Cycling
65% Weight: 10
Moderate cycling infrastructure; some bike lanes but not extensive.
πŸš„ Intercity Travel Options
87% Weight: 15
Excellent train connections to other German cities and Europe.
πŸ›΅ Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
59% Weight: 10
Some e-scooter and bike rental services available but limited coverage.

πŸ“‘ Connectivity

πŸ“± Mobile Network Coverage
88% Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
πŸ”’ VPN Reliability
90% Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚑ Power Grid Reliability
95% Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply.
πŸ“Ά Public WiFi Availability
67% Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces but not widespread.

βš–οΈ Legal & Administrative

πŸ›‚ Visa Ease
42% Weight: 40
Germany has strict visa requirements; no specific digital nomad visa as of mid-2025.
πŸ“Š Tax Friendliness
38% Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex tax system for freelancers and remote workers.
πŸ—£οΈ Freedom of Speech
97% Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
πŸ›οΈ Political Stability
94% Weight: 20
Very stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55% Weight: 15
Moderate difficulty; requires residency or local address in many cases.
πŸ“„ Ease of Business Registration
60% Weight: 10
Bureaucratic but manageable process for registering a business.
πŸ“„βœˆοΈ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0% Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
45% Weight: 50
Not a major digital nomad destination; limited community and infrastructure.
🀝 Nomad Events & Meetups
32% Weight: 25
Few digital nomad-specific events or meetups.
🌐πŸ‘₯ Online Community Presence
40% Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads specifically in Bochum.

πŸ›‘οΈ Safety & Tolerance

πŸ›‘οΈ Safety
89% Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
85% Weight: 50
Safe and inclusive environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70% Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; Germany overall is diverse but some challenges remain.

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