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ฤakovec, Croatia ๐ญ๐ท
#1905
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Nomad Score:
67%
๐ฐ Cost & Affordability
๐ธ Cost of Living
72%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to larger Croatian cities; lower prices for daily expenses and services.
๐ Accommodation Cost
75%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, especially for long-term stays; options mostly in apartments and smaller houses.
๐ Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer fresh produce at good prices; dining out is affordable but limited in variety.
๐ Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but inexpensive; many rely on personal vehicles or cycling.
๐๏ธ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are modest and affordable but not as diverse as in larger cities.
๐๏ธ Gym Membership Cost
73%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available with reasonable monthly fees, though fewer specialized fitness centers.
๐ฑ Currency Stability
89%
Weight: 30
Croatian kuna (HRK) is stable, and Croatia's EU accession has improved economic stability.
๐ป Digital Nomad Essentials
๐ Internet Speed
76%
Weight: 100
Decent broadband speeds averaging 50-100 Mbps; reliable for remote work but not ultra-fast.
๐ฅ Coworking Spaces Availability
41%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking options; mostly small local offices or cafes.
โ Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but connectivity can be inconsistent.
๐ปโ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
52%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; quiet spots exist but are limited.
๐ Digital Nomad Popularity
37%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low community presence.
๐ฑ Local SIM Card Availability
84%
Weight: 25
SIM cards easily available with affordable plans.
๐ Quality of Life
โ๏ธ Work-Life Balance
84%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a good balance between work and leisure.
๐ณ Environmental Quality
81%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with low pollution levels and good natural surroundings.
๐งผ Cleanliness
83%
Weight: 10
Town is generally clean and well-maintained.
๐จ๏ธ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
Croatian is primary language; English is spoken by younger population but limited in older demographics.
๐จ Air Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to low industrial activity and green spaces.
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good for families with parks, schools, and safe neighborhoods.
๐ฅ Healthcare
๐ฅ Healthcare Quality
74%
Weight: 20
Public healthcare is adequate; private clinics offer better services but at higher cost.
๐ Healthcare Affordability
79%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to Western Europe.
๐ฅ Healthcare
76%
Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare with a mix of public and private options.
๐ฟ Climate & Environment
โ๏ธ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with warm summers and cold winters; moderate rainfall.
๐ช๏ธ Natural Disaster Risk
78%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional earthquakes but generally safe.
๐๏ธ Green Spaces
85%
Weight: 10
Several parks and natural areas nearby for outdoor activities.
โ๏ธ Air Conditioning
54%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread in older buildings; more common in newer constructions.
๐ Seasonal Variety
77%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and cold winters, suitable for those who enjoy seasonal changes.
๐ Noise Pollution
79%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution; quiet residential areas.
๐ญ Culture & Entertainment
๐ญ Culture
73%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional festivals and historical sites.
๐ Nightlife
42%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local events.
๐๏ธ Outdoors & Nature
86%
Weight: 15
Access to nature trails, parks, and countryside ideal for hiking and cycling.
๐ฃ๏ธ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities through locals.
๐งญ Local Experiences & Tours
61%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences available but limited compared to tourist hubs.
๐ณ Indoors Fun
53%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or museums.
๐ Food & Fitness
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Scene
67%
Weight: 25
Traditional Croatian cuisine prevalent; fewer international dining options.
๐ง Yoga Studios
40%
Weight: 10
Very limited yoga studios or wellness centers.
๐๏ธ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness classes.
๐ฅ Healthy Food Options
71%
Weight: 15
Fresh local produce widely available; healthy eating possible but limited specialty stores.
๐ผ Work Environment
๐ฐ๏ธ Time Zone Favorability
83%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone aligns well with most European and some US working hours.
๐ค Networking Opportunities
44%
Weight: 25
Few formal networking events; small local business community.
๐ป Remote Job Opportunities
39%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most opportunities come from abroad.
๐ Freelance Ecosystem
41%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; limited support infrastructure.
๐ข Coworking Quality
38%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.
๐ Business & Economy
๐ Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity; more prevalent in larger Croatian cities.
๐ณ Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Standard banking and payment services available; cash still commonly used.
๐ Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
42%
Weight: 15
Low local adoption; some interest but limited infrastructure.
๐ Transportation
โ๏ธ Airport Connectivity
51%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Zagreb, about 1.5 hours away; limited direct connectivity.
๐ Public Transit
48%
Weight: 20
Local bus services exist but are infrequent and limited in coverage.
๐ถ Walkability
74%
Weight: 20
Compact city center is walkable; outskirts require transport.
๐ Ride-sharing Services
36%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber are not widely available.
๐ฒ Cycling
70%
Weight: 10
Cycling is common and supported by some bike lanes.
๐ Intercity Travel Options
62%
Weight: 15
Bus and train connections to nearby cities available but not very frequent.
๐ต Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter rentals; some bike rental options exist.
๐ก Connectivity
๐ฑ Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G widely available; 5G limited.
๐ VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
โก Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
๐ถ Public WiFi Availability
59%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some cafes and public buildings but not widespread.
โ๏ธ Legal & Administrative
๐ Visa Ease
63%
Weight: 40
EU visa rules apply; non-EU nationals may face moderate bureaucracy.
๐ Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some incentives for freelancers but overall average.
๐ฃ๏ธ Freedom of Speech
88%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and press.
๐๏ธ Political Stability
82%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
๐ฆ Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be slow.
๐ Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but involves bureaucratic steps.
๐โ๏ธ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
77%
Weight: 35
Croatia offers a digital nomad visa with clear requirements.
๐ Digital Nomad Community
๐ Nomad Friendly
58%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks extensive nomad infrastructure.
๐ค Nomad Events & Meetups
39%
Weight: 25
Few organized nomad events or meetups locally.
๐๐ฅ Online Community Presence
43%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for ฤakovec digital nomads.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Tolerance
๐ก๏ธ Safety
89%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
โ๏ธ Female Friendly
81%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for female travelers.
โ Racial Tolerance
67%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some cultural homogeneity.