Debrecen, Hungary 🇭🇺
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Nomad Score:
67%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western Europe, with lower prices for daily expenses and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate, cheaper than Budapest but higher than rural Hungary.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer good prices; eating out is affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive with monthly passes available at low cost.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Cinema, theaters, and nightlife are affordable compared to Western European cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
73%
Weight: 10
Gyms offer reasonable monthly fees, often below 30 EUR.
💱 Currency Stability
79%
Weight: 30
Hungarian Forint is relatively stable but can fluctuate moderately against major currencies.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
84%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet widely available with speeds averaging 100-300 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
65%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but fewer than in Budapest; growing community.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi with decent speeds, suitable for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
67%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not as widespread or specialized as larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
42%
Weight: 100
Still emerging as a digital nomad destination; less known internationally.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Hungarian culture values work-life balance; Debrecen offers a relaxed pace.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Moderate pollution levels; better air quality than Budapest.
🧼 Cleanliness
74%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean with regular maintenance of public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
51%
Weight: 30
Hungarian is difficult for foreigners; English is spoken mainly by younger people and in service sectors.
💨 Air Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with occasional pollution spikes in winter.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks; quieter environment suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
68%
Weight: 20
Public healthcare is decent; private clinics offer higher standards but at a cost.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western Europe, especially in public facilities.
🏥 Healthcare
70%
Weight: 20
Access to healthcare is good, but language barriers may affect communication.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
60%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with hot summers and cold winters; some seasonal extremes.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
73%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within the city, promoting outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
55%
Weight: 15
Not widespread in older buildings; newer offices and cafes usually have AC.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons with warm summers and cold winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
72%
Weight: 10
Generally low noise levels outside city center; moderate in busy areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with museums, theaters, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
62%
Weight: 15
Smaller nightlife scene compared to Budapest but has bars and clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
71%
Weight: 15
Nearby natural parks and countryside accessible for hiking and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Hungarian language courses available but limited compared to larger cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences, though less tourist-focused.
🎳 Indoors Fun
67%
Weight: 10
Museums, cinemas, and cultural centers provide indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Good variety of traditional Hungarian and international cuisine at affordable prices.
🧠 Yoga Studios
63%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available but fewer than in major metropolitan areas.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Gyms and fitness centers are accessible and affordable.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
68%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of organic and health-conscious food stores and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
80%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone is convenient for European and some US clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
55%
Weight: 25
Limited but growing tech and startup meetups; smaller community than Budapest.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from international companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
53%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is emerging but still limited in size and resources.
🏢 Coworking Quality
64%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional with good amenities but fewer options.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
58%
Weight: 15
Growing startup ecosystem supported by local universities and incubators.
💳 Local Payment Services
72%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local and international payment options including cards and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest; some local crypto communities but adoption is not widespread.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Debrecen Airport offers limited international flights; Budapest airport is 2 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
75%
Weight: 20
Reliable bus and tram services cover the city well.
🚶 Walkability
78%
Weight: 20
City center is compact and walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
65%
Weight: 15
Uber is not available; local alternatives like Bolt operate in the city.
🚲 Cycling
67%
Weight: 10
Growing cycling infrastructure but still developing.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to Budapest and other Hungarian cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
58%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of electric scooters; bike rentals are more common.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
83%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and expanding 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
69%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Hungary is in the Schengen Area; visa-free for many nationalities but limited digital nomad visa options.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; bureaucracy can be complex for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
78%
Weight: 15
Generally respected with some political tensions but no major restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Stable government but occasional political controversies.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
62%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be time-consuming.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; process is improving but still involves paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa; options limited to Schengen short stays or other visa types.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Emerging destination with some infrastructure but not yet fully optimized for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
40%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated nomad events; community is small and informal.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
52%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for nomads specifically in Debrecen.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
79%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming for women; some cultural conservatism exists.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some reports of discrimination but improving.