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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
43%
Weight: 150
Moderately expensive compared to smaller French cities, but cheaper than Paris; everyday expenses are manageable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
39%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but can be high in central areas; affordable options exist in suburbs.
🍎 Food & Groceries
57%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer good value; dining out is moderately priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
71%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable with monthly passes; good connectivity within the city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate prices for cultural events, cinemas, and museums.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Average gym fees; several fitness centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
Euro is a stable currency with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
85%
Weight: 100
Reliable high-speed fiber internet widely available.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
64%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but fewer than in larger French cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi suitable for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
69%
Weight: 30
A decent number of cafes cater to digital nomads with power outlets and good seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Not a major hub for digital nomads; relatively low international nomad presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
91%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase local SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
87%
Weight: 30
Strong cultural emphasis on work-life balance and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Good air quality and green initiatives in place.
🧼 Cleanliness
83%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
51%
Weight: 30
French is dominant; English is moderately spoken, especially among younger people.
💨 Air Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with occasional pollution spikes.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks; suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
92%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
74%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable with public health insurance; private care is more expensive.
🏥 Healthcare
90%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare infrastructure and access.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
53%
Weight: 80
Temperate climate with warm summers and cold winters; some rainy days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
89%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
77%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
48%
Weight: 15
Limited air conditioning in older buildings; summers can be warm but not extreme.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
72%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with mild spring and autumn.
🔊 Noise Pollution
74%
Weight: 10
Generally low noise levels outside city center.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
91%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with museums, festivals, and gastronomy.
🌃 Nightlife
54%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options; more subdued than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75%
Weight: 15
Access to countryside and vineyards nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and cultural centers offer French classes.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
80%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local tours, especially related to wine and history.
🎳 Indoors Fun
61%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, and theaters provide indoor entertainment.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
86%
Weight: 25
Famous for gastronomy, especially mustard and Burgundy cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
59%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available but not abundant.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
63%
Weight: 15
Good variety of gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
74%
Weight: 15
Organic markets and healthy eateries are available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
88%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is favorable for working with Europe and parts of Africa.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
55%
Weight: 25
Limited compared to major tech hubs; some local business events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
42%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from outside France.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
50%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but still developing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
67%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are well-equipped but fewer in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
41%
Weight: 15
Limited startup activity compared to Paris or Lyon.
💳 Local Payment Services
78%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted cards and mobile payments; good banking infrastructure.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
45%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; not a major crypto hub.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
56%
Weight: 30
Dijon-Bourgogne Airport has limited flights; nearest major airport is Lyon or Paris.
🚇 Public Transit
73%
Weight: 20
Efficient bus and tram services within the city.
🚶 Walkability
84%
Weight: 20
Compact city center very walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing options available.
🚲 Cycling
68%
Weight: 10
Bike lanes and rental services present but not extensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
75%
Weight: 15
Good train connections to Paris, Lyon, and other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
62%
Weight: 10
Some electric scooter and bike rentals available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
89%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports VPN use without issues.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
93%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces but limited.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa required; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
37%
Weight: 30
Relatively high taxes for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
88%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
54%
Weight: 15
Moderate bureaucracy; easier with residency or long-term visa.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
58%
Weight: 10
Process is bureaucratic but manageable.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
47%
Weight: 50
Not a well-known nomad destination but welcoming.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
33%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
41%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for nomads in Dijon.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
86%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
82%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some challenges but generally accepting.