Pori, Finland 🇫🇮
#1858
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Nomad Score:
54%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Pori is relatively affordable compared to Helsinki but still expensive compared to many global cities, with high prices for many goods and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
35%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate for Finland but high compared to many countries; limited short-term rental options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
40%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are expensive due to Finland's high cost structure, though local markets offer fresh produce.
🚌 Transportation Cost
55%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; car usage is common, increasing costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
41%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited and moderately priced; cultural events can be costly.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
50%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with several local gyms available.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
Euro is very stable with low inflation and strong economic backing.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet is widely available with reliable connectivity.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
43%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces in Pori; more options available in larger Finnish cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, though not all are optimized for working.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
45%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; quiet atmosphere but limited plug points.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
20%
Weight: 100
Pori is not a well-known destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
85%
Weight: 30
Finnish culture strongly supports work-life balance with reasonable working hours.
🌳 Environmental Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Clean air and water with strong environmental protections.
🧼 Cleanliness
95%
Weight: 10
Pori is very clean with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
Finnish is dominant; English is widely spoken but less so than in Helsinki.
💨 Air Quality
90%
Weight: 15
Generally excellent air quality due to low pollution and coastal location.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good public services and safe environment for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
92%
Weight: 20
High-quality public healthcare system with modern facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
68%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is subsidized but can be costly for non-residents without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
90%
Weight: 20
Accessible and efficient healthcare services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
18%
Weight: 80
Cold climate with long, dark winters and frequent rain; not ideal for those seeking warmth or sun.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
97%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
80%
Weight: 10
Good availability of parks and natural areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
25%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon due to cool climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and mild summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
87%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small city size and limited traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with festivals and arts but limited international diversity.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and pubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
88%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to forests, lakes, and coastal nature.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Some Finnish language courses available but limited compared to larger cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Modest selection of local tours focusing on nature and culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas and museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Basic food scene with traditional Finnish cuisine; few international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
40%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and sports facilities but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
55%
Weight: 15
Availability of organic and healthy food is moderate.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+2/3 is convenient for European clients but less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
35%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; remote jobs depend on global platforms.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
38%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited local support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic and limited in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity compared to larger Finnish cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Modern payment infrastructure with widespread card and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest but limited local crypto infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Tampere or Helsinki; Pori has a small regional airport with limited flights.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Limited bus services; no metro or tram.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
35%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure but weather limits year-round use.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Train and bus connections to other Finnish cities are available but infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no electric scooter rentals; some bike rentals in summer.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G/5G coverage throughout the city and surroundings.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
95%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa required for many; Finland's visa process can be bureaucratic.
📊 Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex tax system for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
98%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
97%
Weight: 20
Very stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Challenging for non-residents; requires residency or local address.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Online business registration possible but requires understanding of Finnish regulations.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no dedicated nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Pori.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
95%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
88%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; Finland is generally inclusive but less diverse.