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Jyväskylä, Finland 🇫🇮
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Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Jyväskylä is moderately expensive compared to global standards, with Finland's high taxes and living costs impacting prices.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
35%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are relatively high for a city of its size, though cheaper than Helsinki.
🍎 Food & Groceries
40%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are expensive compared to many countries, but typical for Finland.
🚌 Transportation Cost
67%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable and efficient within the city; limited but reasonable taxi services.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
41%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are moderately priced; cultural events and cinemas are accessible but not cheap.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with several options available.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
Euro is a very stable currency with low inflation and strong economic backing.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
90%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet is widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
63%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist, but fewer than in major Finnish cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
72%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65%
Weight: 30
A decent number of cafes cater to digital nomads with power outlets and good internet.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
30%
Weight: 100
Jyväskylä is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot compared to Helsinki or Tampere.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
90%
Weight: 30
Finnish culture strongly supports work-life balance with reasonable working hours and social benefits.
🌳 Environmental Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Clean air, low pollution, and abundant green spaces characterize Jyväskylä.
🧼 Cleanliness
97%
Weight: 10
The city is very clean with well-maintained public areas.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Finnish is dominant, but English is widely spoken especially among younger people and in services.
💨 Air Quality
96%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low industrial pollution and extensive forests.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
80%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family services available.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
92%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, with modern facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is subsidized but can be costly for non-residents without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
90%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with good access and quality.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
21%
Weight: 80
Long, cold winters with short summers; many overcast and rainy days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
94%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks, forests, and lakes within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
30%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon due to cool climate; buildings rely on heating.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
80%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and mild summers, though winters are long.
🔊 Noise Pollution
88%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution; quiet residential and city areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich Finnish culture with museums, music, and festivals, though smaller scale than Helsinki.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; some bars and clubs but quieter than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
97%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to nature, hiking, lakes, and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Some language schools and community classes available, mainly Finnish and English.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate availability of local tours and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
50%
Weight: 10
Indoor entertainment options are limited but include cinemas, museums, and sports facilities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Good selection of Finnish and international cuisine, but limited variety compared to larger cities.
🧠 Yoga Studios
58%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios and wellness centers available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Adequate gyms and sports centers for fitness enthusiasts.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Organic and health food stores are present, with increasing options for healthy eating.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+2/3 is convenient for European and some Asian time zones but less so for Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
55%
Weight: 25
Smaller community limits networking; some events but less frequent than in bigger cities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most opportunities come from larger Finnish cities or international companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
52%
Weight: 20
Growing but still small freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are modern and well-equipped but fewer in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem, smaller than Helsinki or Tampere.
💳 Local Payment Services
85%
Weight: 10
Advanced digital payment infrastructure with widespread mobile payment adoption.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest and adoption; Finland is generally crypto-friendly.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Jyväskylä Airport offers limited flights; major international travel requires Helsinki airport.
🚇 Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Good local bus network but no metro or tram systems.
🚶 Walkability
75%
Weight: 20
City center is compact and walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps compared to larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
70%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure during warmer months; winters limit cycling.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Train and bus connections to other Finnish cities are available but not very frequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Some bike rental options; electric scooters less common.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Excellent 4G/5G coverage throughout the city and surroundings.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
95%
Weight: 15
Very reliable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in libraries and some public spaces but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa requirements apply; process can be lengthy and strict for some nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex tax system not favorable for freelancers or nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
98%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
97%
Weight: 20
Very stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic, especially for non-residents.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward but requires understanding of Finnish regulations.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
Finland does not currently offer a specific digital nomad visa.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks specific infrastructure and community for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for Jyväskylä digital nomads compared to larger cities.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
96%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
90%
Weight: 50
Finland is highly gender-equal and safe for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, though occasional challenges exist.