Kiel, Germany 🇩🇪
#1538
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Nomad Score:
58%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
41%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living typical for a mid-sized German city; cheaper than Munich or Hamburg but more expensive than Eastern European cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but rising due to demand; affordable options exist outside city center.
🍎 Food & Groceries
52%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are average for Germany; eating out is moderately priced with many affordable local options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
67%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and reasonably priced; monthly passes are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are moderately priced; cinemas, theaters, and events are accessible but not cheap.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships range from affordable budget gyms to mid-range facilities.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
Euro is a stable currency with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
85%
Weight: 100
Good broadband infrastructure with average speeds around 100-200 Mbps; fiber available in many areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
63%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but not as abundant as in larger German cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but limited compared to major hubs.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; more popular among locals and students.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
87%
Weight: 30
Strong work-life balance culture typical of Germany with regulated working hours.
🌳 Environmental Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Good air and water quality; proximity to Baltic Sea enhances environment.
🧼 Cleanliness
89%
Weight: 10
City is clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
German is dominant; English is moderately spoken especially among younger population.
💨 Air Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with low pollution levels.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
92%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with well-equipped facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable with insurance but can be costly without coverage.
🏥 Healthcare
90%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare services and access.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
21%
Weight: 80
Cold and rainy climate with long winters; limited sunshine especially in winter months.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
76%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas; close to nature and sea.
❄️ Air Conditioning
20%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is rare in homes and public places due to mild summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with cold winters and mild summers.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich maritime and German cultural heritage with museums and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger cities; mostly bars and small clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
80%
Weight: 15
Access to Baltic Sea, beaches, and nearby forests for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and community classes available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate availability of local tours and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
50%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and cinemas available but limited variety.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with seafood focus; moderate variety of international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
58%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios but not as many as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
62%
Weight: 15
Adequate gyms and fitness centers available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Organic markets and health food stores present.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
80%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is convenient for European and some American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
50%
Weight: 25
Limited networking events for digital nomads; more opportunities in nearby Hamburg.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
45%
Weight: 20
Local job market is traditional; remote jobs mostly found online.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
50%
Weight: 20
Small but growing freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but limited in number and amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is small compared to Berlin or Hamburg.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Good banking infrastructure with common use of cards and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest; no major hubs but growing community.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Kiel lacks a major airport; nearest international airports are Hamburg and Lübeck.
🚇 Public Transit
70%
Weight: 20
Good local bus and ferry services; no subway system.
🚶 Walkability
75%
Weight: 20
Compact city center is walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps compared to larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
80%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure and bike-friendly city.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to Hamburg and other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Bike rentals widely available; electric scooters less common.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G/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.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Germany has strict visa regulations; no specific digital nomad visa as of 2025.
📊 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.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate difficulty for foreigners; requires residence proof and paperwork.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming process.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Few to no regular digital nomad meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for nomads in Kiel.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
88%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; Germany overall is diverse but smaller cities less so.