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Essen, Germany 🇩🇪
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Nomad Score:
61%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
51%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to other German cities; more affordable than Munich or Frankfurt but pricier than smaller towns.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
48%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but rising due to demand; shared apartments and short-term rentals are available but not very cheap.
🍎 Food & Groceries
62%
Weight: 40
Reasonably priced groceries with many discount supermarkets; dining out is moderately priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and affordable with monthly passes; well integrated with regional transit.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
55%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are moderately priced; cinemas, theaters, and events are accessible but not cheap.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Average gym membership costs; several budget gyms and fitness centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
97%
Weight: 30
Euro is a stable currency with low volatility, backed by the EU economy.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good broadband and 5G coverage; average speeds around 100-200 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
65%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces available, though fewer than in larger German cities like Berlin or Hamburg.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
72%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi with decent connectivity, suitable for casual work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
60%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but the scene is not very developed.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
34%
Weight: 100
Essen is not a major hub for digital nomads compared to Berlin or Munich.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
85%
Weight: 30
Strong work-life balance culture in Germany; Essen offers a calm environment with good leisure options.
🌳 Environmental Quality
60%
Weight: 15
Improving air quality and green initiatives, but still affected by industrial legacy.
🧼 Cleanliness
75%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
58%
Weight: 30
German is dominant; English is moderately spoken especially among younger population and in business.
💨 Air Quality
54%
Weight: 15
Moderate air quality; some pollution due to industrial areas but improving.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family services.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities and hospitals available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable with insurance; out-of-pocket costs can be moderate.
🏥 Healthcare
85%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with good access and quality.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
32%
Weight: 80
Temperate oceanic climate with cool summers and cold winters; frequent rain and overcast days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
89%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within the city and nearby nature reserves.
❄️ Air Conditioning
30%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common in residential or many commercial buildings due to mild summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons with autumn colors and snowy winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; some industrial and traffic noise in parts of the city.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich industrial heritage with museums, theaters, and cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is moderate; more subdued compared to larger German cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65%
Weight: 15
Access to nearby forests, rivers, and hiking trails.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and cultural centers offering German courses.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Industrial tours and local cultural experiences available but limited variety.
🎳 Indoors Fun
60%
Weight: 10
Museums, cinemas, and indoor sports facilities provide options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
63%
Weight: 25
Good variety of traditional German and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios and wellness centers available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Adequate gyms, swimming pools, and sports clubs.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
67%
Weight: 15
Organic markets and health food stores are accessible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is convenient for European and some global remote work.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
58%
Weight: 25
Moderate networking events, mostly in tech and business sectors.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Limited compared to major hubs; more opportunities in nearby larger cities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
55%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but still small.
🏢 Coworking Quality
63%
Weight: 30
Good quality coworking spaces with necessary amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
45%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is emerging but not very strong.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of cards and mobile payments; some cash still preferred.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest and adoption; no major hubs in Essen.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Nearby Düsseldorf Airport offers good international connections; Essen itself has no major airport.
🚇 Public Transit
75%
Weight: 20
Efficient tram, bus, and regional train network.
🚶 Walkability
68%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian zones.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Uber not widely available; local taxi apps and services exist.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Decent cycling infrastructure but not extensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
80%
Weight: 15
Good train connections to major German cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Electric scooter and bike rentals available but limited compared to bigger cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
95%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available but limited in coverage and speed.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Germany has strict visa requirements; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex tax system for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
90%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate difficulty; requires residence registration and paperwork.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic but manageable process for freelancers and small businesses.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available in Germany.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Not a popular destination for digital nomads; limited community and infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Few digital nomad-specific events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads in Essen.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; diverse population but occasional issues.