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ล ibenik, Croatia ๐ญ๐ท
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Nomad Score:
67%
๐ฐ Cost & Affordability
๐ธ Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to Western Europe, but higher than many Eastern European cities.
๐ Accommodation Cost
54%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but can spike during tourist season due to ล ibenik's coastal location.
๐ Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer fresh produce at fair prices; dining out is moderately priced.
๐ Transportation Cost
72%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; taxis and car rentals are moderately priced.
๐๏ธ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are somewhat limited but affordable, especially local cultural events.
๐๏ธ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available with mid-range pricing compared to larger Croatian cities.
๐ฑ Currency Stability
87%
Weight: 30
Croatian Kuna is stable; Croatia joined the Eurozone in 2023, improving currency stability.
๐ป Digital Nomad Essentials
๐ Internet Speed
79%
Weight: 100
Good fiber-optic internet available in city center; speeds suitable for remote work.
๐ฅ Coworking Spaces Availability
53%
Weight: 40
Few dedicated coworking spaces; digital nomads often work from cafes or rented apartments.
โ Cafes with WiFi
76%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer reliable WiFi and comfortable environments for working.
๐ปโ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not as widespread as in larger Croatian cities.
๐ Digital Nomad Popularity
42%
Weight: 100
ล ibenik is less popular among digital nomads compared to Split or Dubrovnik.
๐ฑ Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to purchase with valid ID; good prepaid options.
๐ Quality of Life
โ๏ธ Work-Life Balance
81%
Weight: 30
Relaxed coastal lifestyle with access to nature supports a good work-life balance.
๐ณ Environmental Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Clean Adriatic coast with low pollution levels and well-preserved natural surroundings.
๐งผ Cleanliness
78%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean, especially in tourist areas and the old town.
๐จ๏ธ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Croatian is the official language; English is commonly spoken in tourist and younger populations.
๐จ Air Quality
83%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to coastal location and limited heavy industry.
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Family Friendly
68%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with family-oriented activities; limited international schools.
๐ฅ Healthcare
๐ฅ Healthcare Quality
67%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; for specialized care, larger cities are preferred.
๐ Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable; private options are more expensive but accessible.
๐ฅ Healthcare
69%
Weight: 20
Adequate healthcare infrastructure for routine needs; emergency services are reliable.
๐ฟ Climate & Environment
โ๏ธ Weather
89%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild winters; ideal for outdoor activities.
๐ช๏ธ Natural Disaster Risk
74%
Weight: 10
Low risk of earthquakes and floods; occasional strong winds but generally safe.
๐๏ธ Green Spaces
71%
Weight: 10
Several parks and proximity to national parks offer good green space options.
โ๏ธ Air Conditioning
63%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and newer apartments but less so in older buildings.
๐ Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and mild winters; less variation than continental climates.
๐ Noise Pollution
72%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet outside tourist season; some noise in central areas during summer.
๐ญ Culture & Entertainment
๐ญ Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich historical heritage with festivals, museums, and traditional Dalmatian culture.
๐ Nightlife
51%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest, mostly centered around bars and summer events; quieter than larger cities.
๐๏ธ Outdoors & Nature
86%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, national parks, and hiking trails.
๐ฃ๏ธ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; informal learning possible through locals and community.
๐งญ Local Experiences & Tours
74%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural and nature tours, especially in summer.
๐ณ Indoors Fun
58%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; cinemas and cultural centers available.
๐ Food & Fitness
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Scene
73%
Weight: 25
Strong Mediterranean cuisine with fresh seafood and local specialties.
๐ง Yoga Studios
47%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer yoga classes.
๐๏ธ Fitness Facilities
62%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available; limited variety compared to larger cities.
๐ฅ Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of fresh produce and Mediterranean diet options.
๐ผ Work Environment
๐ฐ๏ธ Time Zone Favorability
84%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone aligns well with most European and some US working hours.
๐ค Networking Opportunities
45%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events; informal meetups occasionally organized.
๐ป Remote Job Opportunities
38%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most digital nomads rely on international clients.
๐ Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small but growing slowly.
๐ข Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; not as developed as in major cities.
๐ Business & Economy
๐ Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Limited startup activity; most innovation hubs are in Zagreb and Split.
๐ณ Local Payment Services
67%
Weight: 10
Standard banking and payment services available; card payments widely accepted.
๐ Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
42%
Weight: 15
Low to moderate adoption; some interest but limited infrastructure.
๐ Transportation
โ๏ธ Airport Connectivity
59%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Split Airport (~80 km); ล ibenik has a small local airport with limited flights.
๐ Public Transit
48%
Weight: 20
Limited bus services within the city; no tram or metro system.
๐ถ Walkability
75%
Weight: 20
Compact old town and city center are very walkable.
๐ Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber are available but less common than in larger cities.
๐ฒ Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes and rental options; terrain can be hilly.
๐ Intercity Travel Options
63%
Weight: 15
Bus connections to nearby cities are frequent; ferry services to islands available.
๐ต Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals available, especially in tourist season.
๐ก Connectivity
๐ฑ Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage citywide; 5G expanding but limited.
๐ VPN Reliability
88%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
โก Power Grid Reliability
83%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
๐ถ Public WiFi Availability
67%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some cafes and public areas but not widespread.
โ๏ธ Legal & Administrative
๐ Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Croatia offers digital nomad visas and relatively straightforward tourist visa policies.
๐ Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; digital nomad visa offers some tax benefits but overall tax system is average.
๐ฃ๏ธ Freedom of Speech
89%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech as an EU member.
๐๏ธ Political Stability
82%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political unrest.
๐ฆ Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts is possible but requires paperwork; some banks offer services in English.
๐ Ease of Business Registration
58%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; processes have improved but still require patience.
๐โ๏ธ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
75%
Weight: 35
Croatia offers a digital nomad visa valid for up to one year.
๐ Digital Nomad Community
๐ Nomad Friendly
62%
Weight: 50
Growing awareness and infrastructure for digital nomads but still developing.
๐ค Nomad Events & Meetups
43%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; community is small and informal.
๐๐ฅ Online Community Presence
50%
Weight: 20
Limited online groups specific to ล ibenik; more activity in broader Croatian nomad communities.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Tolerance
๐ก๏ธ Safety
86%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment for residents and visitors.
โ๏ธ Female Friendly
74%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women; standard European norms apply.
โ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some challenges for minorities but improving.