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Zagreb, Croatia 🇭🇷
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Nomad Score:
71%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to Western Europe, but higher than many Eastern European cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
58%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but rising due to increasing demand from expats and digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
67%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer affordable fresh produce; dining out is moderately priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
74%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap and efficient with monthly passes available at low cost.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
63%
Weight: 15
Cinema, theaters, and nightlife are affordable compared to Western Europe but pricier than smaller Croatian towns.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
69%
Weight: 10
Monthly gym memberships are reasonably priced with many options available.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
Croatian Kuna replaced by Euro in 2023, providing strong currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
81%
Weight: 100
Reliable high-speed fiber internet widely available, with average speeds around 100-200 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
72%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in the city center catering to digital nomads and startups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi with decent speeds, popular among remote workers.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
75%
Weight: 30
A growing number of cafes are equipped with power outlets and comfortable seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
64%
Weight: 100
Increasingly popular but still less crowded than other European hubs like Lisbon or Barcelona.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
83%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Good balance with a relaxed lifestyle and plenty of leisure options.
🌳 Environmental Quality
71%
Weight: 15
Generally good air and water quality, with ongoing efforts to improve urban green spaces.
🧼 Cleanliness
73%
Weight: 10
City is relatively clean, though some older neighborhoods can be less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
68%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken among younger people and in business, but Croatian is dominant.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good, though occasional pollution spikes in winter due to heating.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
65%
Weight: 25
Decent family amenities but more suited to singles and couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
76%
Weight: 20
Public and private healthcare facilities offer good standards, especially in the capital.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
79%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are lower than Western Europe, with good insurance options.
🏥 Healthcare
77%
Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare with both public and private options available.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
62%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with warm summers and cold winters; some rainy days especially in spring and autumn.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
83%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional earthquakes but generally safe.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within the city, though limited compared to larger European capitals.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in newer buildings but less so in older apartments.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
74%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons with warm summers and snowy winters, appealing to those who enjoy seasonal changes.
🔊 Noise Pollution
62%
Weight: 10
City center can be noisy, especially during weekends and festivals.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
80%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with museums, galleries, theaters, and festivals throughout the year.
🌃 Nightlife
67%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with bars and clubs, though smaller scale than major European cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
73%
Weight: 15
Proximity to natural parks and the Adriatic coast offers good outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
69%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and informal opportunities to learn Croatian and other languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural tours, historical sites, and day trips available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
68%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, cinemas, and cafes provide indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with traditional Croatian cuisine and international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, though not as widespread as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms, fitness centers, and sports clubs.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
72%
Weight: 15
Organic markets and health food stores are growing in number.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
84%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone is convenient for European and some US clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
67%
Weight: 25
Growing startup and digital nomad community with meetups and events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
59%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most opportunities come from international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
63%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance community supported by coworking spaces and online groups.
🏢 Coworking Quality
71%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities and networking events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
65%
Weight: 15
Small but growing startup ecosystem with increasing investment and support.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local and international payment options, including contactless.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
54%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption and regulatory clarity; some interest but not widespread.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
73%
Weight: 30
Zagreb Airport offers good connections to major European hubs.
🚇 Public Transit
78%
Weight: 20
Efficient tram and bus network covering most parts of the city.
🚶 Walkability
76%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing apps operate reliably.
🚲 Cycling
62%
Weight: 10
Limited dedicated cycling infrastructure but growing interest.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
75%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other Croatian cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Some electric scooter and bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and expanding 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
87%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
84%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
69%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many cafes and some public areas but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
71%
Weight: 40
EU member with straightforward visa policies for many nationalities; digital nomad visa available.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some complexity for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
86%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and press.
🏛️ Political Stability
79%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political risk.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires documentation; some banks more foreigner-friendly than others.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
68%
Weight: 10
Business registration is relatively straightforward but involves bureaucratic steps.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
77%
Weight: 35
Croatia offers a digital nomad visa allowing stays up to one year.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
73%
Weight: 50
Increasingly welcoming to digital nomads with supportive infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
64%
Weight: 25
Regular meetups and events but smaller scale compared to major hubs.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
67%
Weight: 20
Active online groups and forums for digital nomads in Zagreb.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
82%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
78%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women travelers and workers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
69%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional incidents reported; improving social awareness.