Helsinki, Finland 🇫🇮
#508
60.167488, 24.942747
Nomad Score:
67%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Higher than many European cities, but offers good quality of life.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are steep, especially in central areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
55%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are moderate, but dining out can be expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
67%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and reasonably priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
45%
Weight: 15
Cultural activities and nightlife can be pricey.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
52%
Weight: 10
Average prices for gym memberships, with various options available.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
The Euro is stable and widely accepted.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
88%
Weight: 100
Excellent internet speed, with widespread fiber-optic access.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
70%
Weight: 40
A growing number of coworking spaces catering to remote workers.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
80%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
75%
Weight: 30
Several cafes are popular among digital nomads for their ambiance.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
50%
Weight: 100
Increasingly popular but still not a top destination for nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
85%
Weight: 30
Strong emphasis on work-life balance and employee rights.
🌳 Environmental Quality
90%
Weight: 15
High environmental standards and green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
92%
Weight: 10
Very clean city with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
80%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, reducing language barriers.
💨 Air Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, with low pollution levels.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available to residents.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is mostly funded by taxes, making it affordable.
🏥 Healthcare
85%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with good access.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
30%
Weight: 80
Cold winters and limited sunlight can be challenging.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
87%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and green areas throughout the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Not commonly needed due to the cooler climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons, but long winters can be tough.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
80%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, theaters, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Decent nightlife, though not as vibrant as other capitals.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Great access to nature and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Finnish and Swedish, though less common.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Various tours available, showcasing local culture and history.
🎳 Indoors Fun
65%
Weight: 10
Good options for indoor activities, especially in winter.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with a mix of traditional and modern cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
75%
Weight: 10
Numerous yoga studios catering to different styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Well-equipped gyms and fitness centers available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
75%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food choices.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone can be challenging for global collaboration.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
60%
Weight: 25
Growing tech scene offers some networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
65%
Weight: 20
Increasing remote job opportunities in tech and startups.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
55%
Weight: 20
Developing freelance ecosystem, but still limited.
🏢 Coworking Quality
75%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with good amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
70%
Weight: 15
Vibrant startup scene, particularly in tech.
💳 Local Payment Services
80%
Weight: 10
Widely used local payment systems, including mobile options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Growing interest in blockchain and crypto, but still developing.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
75%
Weight: 30
Well-connected airport with various international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
80%
Weight: 20
Excellent public transit system, including trams and buses.
🚶 Walkability
75%
Weight: 20
City is quite walkable, especially in the center.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
65%
Weight: 15
Available but not as prevalent as in other cities.
🚲 Cycling
70%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure, though weather can be a barrier.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
75%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
70%
Weight: 10
Easily accessible bike and scooter rentals available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Strong mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available for secure browsing.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Very reliable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
70%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many public spaces.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be bureaucratic but manageable.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
High tax rates can be a concern for some nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
85%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
90%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Can be bureaucratic, but generally straightforward.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate ease, with some bureaucratic hurdles.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
50%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa, but options exist.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Growing community, but still developing resources.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
55%
Weight: 25
Occasional events, but not as frequent as in larger hubs.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
60%
Weight: 20
Active online communities for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
90%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
90%
Weight: 50
Highly regarded for gender equality and safety.
✊ Racial Tolerance
85%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with a focus on inclusivity.