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Ilulissat, Greenland 🇬🇱
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Nomad Score:
36%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
12%
Weight: 150
Ilulissat is extremely expensive due to its remote Arctic location and reliance on imported goods.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
10%
Weight: 80
Very high accommodation costs with limited availability and mostly small guesthouses or hotels.
🍎 Food & Groceries
8%
Weight: 40
Food is costly and limited, with most groceries imported and fresh produce scarce.
🚌 Transportation Cost
15%
Weight: 20
Transportation is expensive due to limited infrastructure and reliance on air or boat travel.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
20%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options; costs are high when available.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
30%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available; membership costs are above average due to small market.
💱 Currency Stability
87%
Weight: 30
Uses Danish krone, a stable currency backed by Denmark.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
54%
Weight: 100
Internet is available but slower and less reliable than in major cities; satellite and limited fiber connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
5%
Weight: 40
No dedicated coworking spaces; very limited options for remote work environments.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
20%
Weight: 30
Few cafes exist, some with WiFi but not optimized for digital nomads.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
10%
Weight: 30
Very limited digital nomad-friendly cafes; not a common destination for remote workers.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
3%
Weight: 100
Ilulissat is virtually unknown among digital nomads due to harsh conditions and infrastructure.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
70%
Weight: 25
SIM cards available but require ID and can be costly.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Quiet and peaceful environment supports good work-life balance despite limited amenities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
98%
Weight: 15
Pristine Arctic environment with very low pollution and stunning natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
85%
Weight: 10
Town is clean and well-maintained, reflecting small population and strong community.
🗨️ Language Barrier
40%
Weight: 30
Greenlandic is primary language; Danish and English are spoken but limited outside tourism.
💨 Air Quality
99%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to remote location and lack of industry.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
50%
Weight: 25
Limited schools and family amenities; suitable for adventurous families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
45%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available; serious cases require evacuation to Denmark.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is subsidized for residents but limited services may incur high costs.
🏥 Healthcare
47%
Weight: 20
Limited facilities and specialists; adequate for minor issues but not complex care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
2%
Weight: 80
Very cold Arctic climate with long, dark winters and short, cool summers.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes; some risk from icebergs and climate change.
🏞️ Green Spaces
95%
Weight: 10
Surrounded by vast natural landscapes, fjords, and glaciers.
❄️ Air Conditioning
1%
Weight: 15
Not needed due to cold climate; buildings generally lack AC.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
78%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with polar night and midnight sun phenomena.
🔊 Noise Pollution
95%
Weight: 10
Very low noise pollution due to small population and remote location.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
60%
Weight: 20
Rich Inuit culture with unique traditions but limited cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
100%
Weight: 15
Exceptional access to Arctic nature, glaciers, wildlife, and hiking.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
30%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; some chance to learn Greenlandic or Danish informally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
85%
Weight: 10
Good availability of unique Arctic tours, dog sledding, and iceberg excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options due to small size and remote location.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
35%
Weight: 25
Traditional Greenlandic cuisine available; limited variety and expensive.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
No dedicated yoga studios; very limited wellness facilities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
25%
Weight: 15
Few gyms or fitness centers; basic facilities only.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited fresh produce; healthy options mostly traditional seafood and meats.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
UTC-3; moderate overlap with Europe and Americas but less ideal for Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
10%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking due to small population and few expats.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
20%
Weight: 20
No local remote job market; opportunities depend on global internet access.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
No established freelance community or support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
3%
Weight: 30
No coworking spaces; working from accommodations or cafes only.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
5%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity due to small market and remote location.
💳 Local Payment Services
40%
Weight: 10
Basic banking services available; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Very low adoption and awareness of blockchain or crypto services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Ilulissat Airport connects to Nuuk and Kangerlussuaq; limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
5%
Weight: 20
No public transit system; walking or taxis are primary transport.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
Small town, easy to walk around but limited sidewalks in some areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
0%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing apps or services available.
🚲 Cycling
10%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; cold climate restricts use.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
20%
Weight: 15
Mostly air travel between towns; no roads connecting settlements.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
5%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
60%
Weight: 20
Mobile coverage exists but can be spotty outside town.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably; no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
70%
Weight: 15
Generally stable power supply but occasional outages due to harsh weather.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots, mostly in hotels or cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Greenland is part of the Kingdom of Denmark; Schengen visa applies but no separate digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Taxation follows Danish rules; no special digital nomad tax benefits.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
90%
Weight: 15
High freedom of speech consistent with Danish governance.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment under Danish sovereignty.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Challenging for non-residents; requires documentation and local presence.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
35%
Weight: 10
Complex process with limited local support for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa or equivalent program.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Not considered a nomad-friendly destination due to infrastructure and climate.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
0%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
15%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence or community for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
88%
Weight: 100
Very safe with low crime rates and friendly locals.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and respectful environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but limited diversity.