Stuttgart, Germany 🇩🇪
#491
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Nomad Score:
64%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Stuttgart is relatively expensive compared to many global cities, especially for housing and dining.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
28%
Weight: 80
High rental prices due to demand and limited supply, especially in central areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
51%
Weight: 40
Moderately priced groceries with good availability of fresh produce; dining out is on the pricier side.
🚌 Transportation Cost
64%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and reasonably priced for a German city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
47%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are diverse but can be costly, especially cultural events and nightlife.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Average gym membership fees, with many mid-range fitness centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
Euro is very stable with low inflation and strong economic backing.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
86%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
73%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in the city center catering to freelancers and startups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
79%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi and comfortable work environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
71%
Weight: 30
Good selection of cafes suitable for remote work, though not as abundant as larger metropolises.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
42%
Weight: 100
Not a top destination for digital nomads but gaining some traction due to quality of life.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
87%
Weight: 30
Strong labor laws and cultural emphasis on work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good air and water quality with active environmental policies.
🧼 Cleanliness
89%
Weight: 10
City is well-maintained and clean, typical of German urban centers.
🗨️ Language Barrier
54%
Weight: 30
German is dominant; English is widely spoken in business and younger populations but less so in daily life.
💨 Air Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Moderate air quality with occasional pollution due to traffic and industry.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
76%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and healthcare make it suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
96%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare system with high standards and accessibility.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
67%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is high quality but can be costly without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
95%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services and infrastructure.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Temperate oceanic climate with cold winters and moderate summers; frequent rain and overcast days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
89%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Numerous parks and green areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
34%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common in residential buildings due to mild summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
72%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with cold winters and warm summers, offering seasonal variety.
🔊 Noise Pollution
63%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter residential areas but some traffic noise in city center.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
83%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, theaters, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
59%
Weight: 15
Decent nightlife options but quieter compared to larger German cities like Berlin or Munich.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
76%
Weight: 15
Close proximity to forests, vineyards, and hiking trails.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Many language schools and cultural institutions offer German courses.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours, especially related to automotive history and regional culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
65%
Weight: 10
Museums, cinemas, and indoor sports facilities available but limited compared to larger cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Strong local cuisine with international options; good quality but somewhat pricey.
🧠 Yoga Studios
63%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, though not as widespread as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
71%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms, sports clubs, and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
76%
Weight: 15
Organic markets and health food stores are common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is convenient for European and some American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
69%
Weight: 25
Active business and tech communities, though smaller than major hubs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
61%
Weight: 20
Moderate availability of remote jobs, especially in tech and engineering sectors.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
64%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community with support from coworking spaces and meetups.
🏢 Coworking Quality
75%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities and networking events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
67%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem, particularly in automotive tech and engineering.
💳 Local Payment Services
79%
Weight: 10
Well-developed banking and payment infrastructure with widespread card acceptance.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
52%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; regulatory environment is cautious but improving.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
74%
Weight: 30
Stuttgart Airport offers good European connections but fewer intercontinental flights.
🚇 Public Transit
81%
Weight: 20
Efficient and punctual public transportation network including buses, trams, and trains.
🚶 Walkability
73%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
68%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing options available but less prevalent than in bigger cities.
🚲 Cycling
69%
Weight: 10
Growing cycling infrastructure but still developing compared to top cycling cities.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
85%
Weight: 15
Excellent train connections to major German and European cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
62%
Weight: 10
Electric scooter and bike rentals available but limited coverage.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
87%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and expanding 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
91%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
94%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many public spaces but not universally widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa process is strict; no specific digital nomad visa available.
📊 Tax Friendliness
37%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex tax system can be challenging for freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
97%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
95%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
63%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires documentation and can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
58%
Weight: 10
Moderate complexity and paperwork involved in registering a business.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available in Germany.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
59%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but limited by visa options and cost of living.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
54%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events but less frequent than in major nomad hubs.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
60%
Weight: 20
Active but smaller digital nomad online communities focused on Stuttgart.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
88%
Weight: 100
Generally very safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
84%
Weight: 50
Safe and inclusive environment with good support networks.
✊ Racial Tolerance
71%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional issues reported; multicultural city.