Aalborg, Denmark 🇩🇰
#954
57.046262, 9.921526
Nomad Score:
68%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
62%
Weight: 150
Moderately priced compared to other Scandinavian cities, but still higher than many European cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
58%
Weight: 80
Rent prices are reasonable for a city of its size, but can be high for central locations.
🍎 Food & Groceries
65%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are average for Denmark, with a good range of options available.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and reasonably priced, with good coverage across the city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
55%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available, but prices can be steep for events and nightlife.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are average in price, with various options available.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
The Danish Krone is stable and reliable, contributing to a secure economic environment.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
Excellent internet speed with widespread fiber-optic coverage, ideal for remote work.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
75%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces available, catering to different needs and budgets.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
80%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, creating a conducive environment for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
78%
Weight: 30
A good selection of cafes that welcome digital nomads, with comfortable seating and power outlets.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
45%
Weight: 100
Not a major hub for digital nomads, but growing interest in the community.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
85%
Weight: 30
Strong emphasis on work-life balance, with a culture that values leisure and family time.
🌳 Environmental Quality
88%
Weight: 15
High environmental standards, with clean air and green initiatives in place.
🧼 Cleanliness
90%
Weight: 10
Very clean city with well-maintained public spaces and facilities.
🗨️ Language Barrier
80%
Weight: 30
Most Danes speak English fluently, making communication easy for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Good air quality, benefiting from low pollution levels and green spaces.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system, with excellent facilities and services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is publicly funded, making it affordable for residents, but taxes are high.
🏥 Healthcare
90%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare services available throughout the city.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
40%
Weight: 80
Cold and often rainy, with long winters that may not appeal to everyone.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, contributing to a safe living environment.
🏞️ Green Spaces
85%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and green areas, promoting outdoor activities and relaxation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common due to the cooler climate, which may be uncomfortable in summer.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Experiences all four seasons, but winters can be harsh and long.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, galleries, and events, though smaller than in larger cities.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Decent nightlife options, but not as vibrant as in larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
80%
Weight: 15
Great access to nature and outdoor activities, with nearby forests and coastline.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language courses, but many locals are willing to help with Danish.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and experiences available, but not as extensive as in larger cities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options compared to larger urban centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with a mix of traditional and modern cuisine, though not as renowned as Copenhagen.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, catering to different styles and preferences.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good range of fitness facilities, including gyms and sports clubs.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
75%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options in restaurants and stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
CET time zone may not be ideal for all remote workers, depending on their client base.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
55%
Weight: 25
Limited networking events compared to larger cities, but some opportunities exist.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Growing remote job market, but still limited compared to larger urban centers.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance ecosystem, but not as developed as in major cities.
🏢 Coworking Quality
75%
Weight: 30
Quality coworking spaces available, with good amenities and community events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Small but growing startup scene, with some support for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
80%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of digital payment methods, making transactions easy.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies in the local economy.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
65%
Weight: 30
Good connectivity to major cities, but limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
75%
Weight: 20
Reliable public transit system, making it easy to navigate the city.
🚶 Walkability
80%
Weight: 20
Highly walkable city with pedestrian-friendly areas and pathways.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing services are available but not as prevalent as in larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
85%
Weight: 10
Excellent cycling infrastructure, making it easy and safe to bike around the city.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good intercity travel options available, including trains and buses.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Rental options for bikes and scooters are available, though not as widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available, ensuring secure internet access.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Very reliable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not as widespread as in larger cities.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be bureaucratic, but options are available for digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
High taxes can be a burden for residents, impacting overall affordability.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
80%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
90%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low corruption levels.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be challenging for non-residents, but possible.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward, but can involve bureaucracy.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
Limited options for digital nomad visas, making it less attractive for long-term stays.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Growing awareness of digital nomadism, but still not a primary destination.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
45%
Weight: 25
Few events and meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
50%
Weight: 20
Emerging online communities, but not as established as in larger cities.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
95%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates and a strong sense of community.
♀️ Female Friendly
85%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women, with good support systems in place.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, though there are occasional challenges.