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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
74%
Weight: 150
Kozani is relatively affordable compared to larger Greek cities and Western Europe, with moderate prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
71%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, especially for long-term stays, with options for furnished apartments at good rates.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer fresh produce and staples at affordable prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
75%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but inexpensive; taxis and local buses are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
69%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are modest but affordable, with local cafes and cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, though fewer high-end facilities compared to larger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
Eurozone membership ensures stable currency with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
73%
Weight: 100
Average broadband speeds around 50-100 Mbps; reliable but not top-tier.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
32%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or remote work from accommodation.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but quality and speed vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; atmosphere is casual and quiet.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21%
Weight: 100
Kozani is not a well-known destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with some industrial areas nearby.
🧼 Cleanliness
72%
Weight: 10
City is reasonably clean with regular maintenance.
🗨️ Language Barrier
54%
Weight: 30
Greek is dominant; English is spoken by younger population but limited in some services.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate air quality; occasional pollution due to local industries.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Suitable for families with schools and parks but limited international schooling options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
70%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; for specialized care, travel to larger cities is needed.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable; private options are moderately priced.
🏥 Healthcare
71%
Weight: 20
Satisfactory healthcare infrastructure for routine needs.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters; some seasonal rain.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
62%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional earthquakes in the region.
🏞️ Green Spaces
67%
Weight: 10
Several parks and nearby natural areas, but urban green spaces are limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
69%
Weight: 15
Common in newer buildings and public places; older buildings may lack AC.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and cool winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
75%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet city with low noise pollution.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
76%
Weight: 20
Rich local traditions and cultural heritage with festivals and museums.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly local bars and cafes.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
73%
Weight: 15
Access to mountains, lakes, and hiking trails nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
58%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal opportunities through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences available but not heavily commercialized.
🎳 Indoors Fun
57%
Weight: 10
Few cinemas and cultural centers; limited indoor entertainment.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Traditional Greek cuisine with local specialties; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
43%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and sports clubs available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
72%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; Mediterranean diet prevalent.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
Eastern European Time zone suitable for European and Middle Eastern clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
35%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; most remote jobs come from outside the region.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
38%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; limited local support.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
32%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity; most innovation hubs are in Athens or Thessaloniki.
💳 Local Payment Services
67%
Weight: 10
Standard banking and payment services available; card acceptance common.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
45%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but limited local infrastructure or businesses.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Thessaloniki (~1.5 hours away); Kozani has a small regional airport with limited flights.
🚇 Public Transit
48%
Weight: 20
Limited local bus services; no metro or tram.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber are not widely available; taxis are common.
🚲 Cycling
52%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but limited dedicated bike lanes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Bus connections to nearby cities; train services limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Few rental options for scooters or bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage; 5G rollout limited but improving.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
78%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some cafes and public buildings but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa rules apply; moderate ease for EU and some non-EU nationals.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Greek tax system is complex; moderate tax rates but bureaucracy can be challenging.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
87%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech under Greek law.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic governance with occasional protests.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate complexity; process can be slow and paperwork-heavy.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in Greece as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to Kozani digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
82%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates; generally safe for residents and visitors.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women; some traditional cultural norms.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; smaller city with less diversity but generally respectful.