Osijek, Croatia 🇭🇷
#910
,
Nomad Score:
71%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Osijek offers a relatively low cost of living compared to Western Europe, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
75%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate, with good options for apartments in the city center and outskirts.
🍎 Food & Groceries
79%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets provide affordable fresh produce and groceries.
🚌 Transportation Cost
81%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive and efficient within the city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
73%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable, including cinemas, theaters, and local events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
76%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced with several options available.
💱 Currency Stability
84%
Weight: 30
Croatian Kuna (HRK) is stable, and Croatia's EU accession plans add to currency confidence.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet is widely available with speeds suitable for remote work.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
62%
Weight: 40
A few coworking spaces exist but options are limited compared to larger Croatian cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
69%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to digital nomads but the scene is still developing.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
43%
Weight: 100
Osijek is not yet a popular destination for digital nomads compared to Zagreb or Split.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
84%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and activate local SIM cards with affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
85%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Generally good environmental quality with low pollution levels.
🧼 Cleanliness
76%
Weight: 10
City is clean with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
61%
Weight: 30
Croatian is the official language; English is commonly spoken among younger people but less so in older generations.
💨 Air Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Air quality is good, with low industrial pollution.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
73%
Weight: 25
Good family amenities and safe environment for children.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
74%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are decent, with public and private options available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
82%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are affordable compared to Western Europe.
🏥 Healthcare
78%
Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare with reasonable wait times and quality care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
71%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with warm summers and cold winters; moderate sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
86%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
77%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
64%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common but not universal in older buildings.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
73%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and cold winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
76%
Weight: 10
Low to moderate noise pollution; quieter than larger urban centers.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with museums, theaters, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with bars and clubs, but quieter than larger Croatian cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Access to rivers, parks, and nearby nature reserves.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
67%
Weight: 10
Some language schools and informal opportunities to learn Croatian.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
69%
Weight: 10
Limited but growing options for local cultural and historical tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
68%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, and cinemas provide indoor entertainment.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
75%
Weight: 25
Good variety of local and international cuisine, with affordable dining options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
59%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; wellness scene is emerging.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
71%
Weight: 15
Gyms and fitness centers available but not abundant.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
73%
Weight: 15
Availability of fresh produce and health-conscious eateries is decent.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
89%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone aligns well with most European and some US working hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
58%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from international companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
57%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small but growing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but limited in amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
54%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent with few accelerators or incubators.
💳 Local Payment Services
72%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local banking and payment services.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
53%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption and infrastructure for blockchain and crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
56%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Osijek Airport with limited international flights; better connectivity via Zagreb.
🚇 Public Transit
74%
Weight: 20
Reliable bus network within the city.
🚶 Walkability
79%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
63%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber are available but less widespread.
🚲 Cycling
68%
Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure but not extensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to other Croatian cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
59%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter and bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
83%
Weight: 20
Strong mobile network coverage with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
87%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
67%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
64%
Weight: 40
Croatia is part of the Schengen area with visa requirements depending on nationality; digital nomad visa is in development.
📊 Tax Friendliness
58%
Weight: 30
Tax system is moderate; some complexities for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
89%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
83%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account is possible but requires documentation and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
61%
Weight: 10
Business registration process is somewhat bureaucratic but manageable.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
42%
Weight: 35
Croatia is in the process of introducing a digital nomad visa but it is not fully established in Osijek yet.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
59%
Weight: 50
Emerging digital nomad community but still limited infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
48%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
55%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for Osijek digital nomads compared to bigger cities.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
87%
Weight: 100
Osijek is considered a safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
79%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for female travelers and workers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
71%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some cultural adjustment may be needed.