Kohtla-Järve, Estonia 🇪🇪
#951
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Nomad Score:
59%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
81%
Weight: 150
Kohtla-Järve is one of the more affordable cities in Estonia with low prices for daily expenses compared to Tallinn.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
85%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are significantly lower than in Estonia’s capital, making it budget-friendly for long stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
79%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are affordable, though selection can be limited compared to larger cities.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive but limited in coverage; many rely on personal vehicles.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited and generally affordable but not very diverse.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced but facilities are basic.
💱 Currency Stability
94%
Weight: 30
Estonian kroon replaced by Euro; currency is stable and widely accepted.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
Good broadband infrastructure with reliable high-speed internet, though slightly slower than Tallinn.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
32%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or remote work from accommodation.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
51%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with reliable WiFi; options are sparse compared to bigger cities.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
25%
Weight: 100
Kohtla-Järve is not a popular destination among digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Quiet city with slower pace of life conducive to good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
54%
Weight: 15
Industrial legacy affects air and environmental quality negatively.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
City is moderately clean but some industrial areas show neglect.
🗨️ Language Barrier
68%
Weight: 30
Estonian and Russian widely spoken; English less common but understood in younger population.
💨 Air Quality
43%
Weight: 15
Air pollution from industrial activity lowers air quality compared to other Estonian cities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
72%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; for specialized care, travel to Tallinn is recommended.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western Europe.
🏥 Healthcare
71%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; limited advanced medical facilities locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
21%
Weight: 80
Cold climate with long winters and frequent rain; not ideal for those seeking warm, sunny weather.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
63%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas, but industrial zones reduce overall greenery.
❄️ Air Conditioning
35%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon due to cool climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and mild summers.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
58%
Weight: 20
Local culture influenced by Estonian and Russian heritage; limited cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is minimal with few bars or clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65%
Weight: 15
Access to forests and lakes nearby, but industrial surroundings limit natural beauty.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities mainly for Estonian and Russian.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
38%
Weight: 10
Limited tourist infrastructure; few organized tours or experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
42%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Basic local cuisine available; limited international food options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
25%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness classes.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
53%
Weight: 15
Some availability of fresh produce; organic options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Eastern European Time (UTC+2/3) suitable for European and some Asian clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events or communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; most remote jobs come from outside Estonia.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; limited local support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
28%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity compared to Tallinn or Tartu.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Good digital payment infrastructure aligned with EU standards.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Estonia is crypto-friendly, but local adoption in Kohtla-Järve is low.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
20%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Tallinn, about 150 km away.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Limited bus services within city; no tram or metro.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but spread out with some industrial areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some cycling paths but infrastructure is underdeveloped.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
62%
Weight: 15
Train and bus connections to Tallinn and other cities available but infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Few rental services for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage; 5G rollout ongoing but limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
Estonia offers visa-free or easy visa access for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
78%
Weight: 30
Favorable tax policies for freelancers and digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
92%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
87%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment within the EU.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Possible but can be bureaucratic; e-residency helps.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
80%
Weight: 10
Estonia is known for streamlined online business registration.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
70%
Weight: 35
Estonia offers a digital nomad visa, but Kohtla-Järve is not a primary destination.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular nomad events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence for Kohtla-Järve digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, though some areas have higher crime rates due to economic challenges.
♀️ Female Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Moderately female-friendly but some cultural conservatism present.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Mixed attitudes; some challenges for minorities but generally peaceful.