💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to larger Spanish cities like Barcelona or Madrid, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
54%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but can be higher near the city center and coastal areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
72%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer good prices; dining out is affordable with many local options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable with buses covering the city and connections to nearby towns.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are moderately priced, with a mix of local festivals and cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
69%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, with several fitness centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
93%
Weight: 30
Euro currency is stable and widely accepted.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
81%
Weight: 100
Good broadband and fiber-optic internet widely available with speeds suitable for remote work.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
57%
Weight: 40
Limited number of coworking spaces compared to larger cities, but some quality options exist.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
74%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
63%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to digital nomads but not as widespread as in bigger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
48%
Weight: 100
Not a major hub for digital nomads, but slowly gaining attention due to coastal location.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
86%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
87%
Weight: 30
Strong emphasis on lifestyle balance with access to beaches and cultural activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Good air quality and relatively low pollution levels.
🧼 Cleanliness
75%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
52%
Weight: 30
Spanish and Catalan are dominant; English is moderately spoken, which can pose challenges.
💨 Air Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with coastal breezes helping reduce pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
72%
Weight: 25
Good amenities for families and children, with parks and schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
88%
Weight: 20
High-quality public and private healthcare facilities available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
83%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable, especially with public health insurance or private plans.
🏥 Healthcare
86%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services accessible to residents and expats.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters, mostly sunny days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
71%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional minor flooding or storms possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
73%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas, plus proximity to natural coastal landscapes.
❄️ Air Conditioning
68%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common but not universal; generally mild climate reduces necessity.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with warm summers and mild winters, limited extreme variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
64%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter than larger cities but some areas near nightlife can be noisy.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich Roman history and Catalan culture with festivals, museums, and historic sites.
🌃 Nightlife
59%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest, more relaxed compared to larger cities but with some bars and clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, hiking trails, and natural parks.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
61%
Weight: 10
Some language schools and informal opportunities to learn Spanish and Catalan.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural and historical tours, plus local festivals.
🎳 Indoors Fun
56%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; some cinemas and cultural centers available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
79%
Weight: 25
Strong Mediterranean cuisine with fresh seafood and local Catalan dishes.
🧠 Yoga Studios
54%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios, but some fitness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
67%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and sports centers available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
76%
Weight: 15
Good availability of fresh produce, organic markets, and healthy dining options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone suitable for working with most European and some American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
51%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events for digital nomads or startups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
43%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from outside Spain.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
49%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small but growing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
58%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but limited in number and amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
42%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is minimal compared to Barcelona or Madrid.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local and international payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest and adoption; not a major hub for crypto innovation.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
62%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Reus (limited flights) and Barcelona (1 hour away) with extensive connections.
🚇 Public Transit
67%
Weight: 20
Bus network covers the city; limited rail connections.
🚶 Walkability
75%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
63%
Weight: 15
Uber not available; local taxi apps and ride-sharing services exist but limited.
🚲 Cycling
69%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes and rental options; terrain is mostly flat.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
71%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to Barcelona and other Catalan cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Electric scooter and bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
84%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
87%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces and cafes but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa rules apply; Spain offers digital nomad visa but application process can be bureaucratic.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
Spain has relatively high taxes; not very tax-friendly for freelancers or remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
92%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Generally stable, though occasional regional political tensions in Catalonia.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
63%
Weight: 15
Moderate bureaucracy; easier with residency but possible for non-residents.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
57%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves paperwork and some delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
65%
Weight: 35
Spain offers a digital nomad visa, but it is relatively new and application process is evolving.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Growing awareness and infrastructure for digital nomads but still developing.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
47%
Weight: 25
Few organized nomad events; community is small but active.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
53%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence compared to major nomad hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
79%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some cultural diversity but occasional challenges.