Kiel, Germany 🇩🇪
#1538
54.322708, 10.135555
Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
68%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to other German cities, with reasonable prices for essentials.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental prices, especially compared to larger cities like Berlin or Munich.
🍎 Food & Groceries
70%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are reasonable, with a good selection of local and international options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
75%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and affordable, with good coverage throughout the city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but can be pricey for events and nightlife.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Affordable gym memberships with a variety of fitness options available.
💱 Currency Stability
90%
Weight: 30
The Euro is stable, providing a reliable currency for transactions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
80%
Weight: 100
Good internet speeds, with many areas offering high-speed connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
65%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces available, though not as many as in larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
70%
Weight: 30
A decent number of cafes cater to remote workers, with comfortable seating and power outlets.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
45%
Weight: 100
Not a major hub for digital nomads, but there is a small community.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
85%
Weight: 30
Germans value work-life balance, with reasonable working hours and vacation time.
🌳 Environmental Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Good environmental policies in place, contributing to a clean urban environment.
🧼 Cleanliness
85%
Weight: 10
Kiel is generally clean, with regular waste collection and maintenance.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
While many speak English, proficiency varies, and some knowledge of German is helpful.
💨 Air Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Good air quality, with low pollution levels compared to larger cities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, with well-trained professionals.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable due to the public health insurance system.
🏥 Healthcare
85%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with access to various medical services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
40%
Weight: 80
Cold and rainy winters, with limited sunshine, which may not appeal to everyone.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, making it a safe place to live.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas available for recreation and relaxation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common in homes, which can be uncomfortable in summer.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Experiences all four seasons, but winters can be long and harsh.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich maritime history and cultural events, though less vibrant than larger cities.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Decent nightlife options, but not as lively as in bigger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
70%
Weight: 15
Access to beautiful coastal areas and nature trails for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Limited language schools, but some opportunities for learning German.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, focusing on maritime history and nature.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, but some museums and galleries.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options, though not as extensive as in larger cities.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, catering to different styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good variety of fitness facilities, including gyms and sports clubs.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options in restaurants and stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Central European Time can be challenging for some remote workers.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
50%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities compared to larger tech hubs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Some remote job opportunities, but not a major market.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Limited freelance opportunities and support for freelancers.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces is decent, but options are limited.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but not as developed as in larger cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Common payment methods are widely accepted, including card payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
30%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Kiel has decent connectivity, but limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
75%
Weight: 20
Reliable public transit system with buses and trains connecting the city.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
City is generally walkable, with many amenities within walking distance.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options available in the city.
🚲 Cycling
75%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure, making it easy to get around by bike.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Decent train connections to other cities, though not as extensive as larger hubs.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Some rental options available, but not as widespread as in larger cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available, with good internet infrastructure.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Stable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Some public WiFi hotspots available, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be bureaucratic, but options are available for long-term stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
Higher tax rates compared to some other countries, which may deter some.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
80%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Relatively straightforward process, but may require documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Can be bureaucratic, but generally manageable for small businesses.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa, but other visa options exist.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Somewhat friendly to nomads, but lacks a strong community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
40%
Weight: 25
Limited events and meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
45%
Weight: 20
Small online community presence, but not very active.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
90%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
85%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women, with good support systems.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant atmosphere, though experiences may vary.