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Nyíregyháza, Hungary 🇭🇺
#1886 ,

Nomad Score: 61%

💰 Cost & Affordability

💸 Cost of Living
78% Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western European standards, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
75% Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, especially for long-term stays in apartments outside the city center.
🍎 Food & Groceries
80% Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer fresh produce at low prices; dining out is affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
83% Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap with monthly passes available; taxis and ride-sharing are also affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70% Weight: 15
Moderate prices for cinemas, theaters, and local events; nightlife is budget-friendly.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72% Weight: 10
Monthly gym fees are lower than in larger Hungarian cities, with decent facilities available.
💱 Currency Stability
79% Weight: 30
Hungarian Forint is relatively stable with moderate fluctuations against major currencies.

💻 Digital Nomad Essentials

🚀 Internet Speed
76% Weight: 100
Good broadband availability with average speeds around 50-100 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
41% Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; few options mostly in the city center, not as developed as Budapest.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65% Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, but quality and speed can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
52% Weight: 30
Some cafes are suitable for working, but not many specifically cater to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
30% Weight: 100
Nyíregyháza is not a well-known destination among digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85% Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.

🌟 Quality of Life

⚖️ Work-Life Balance
77% Weight: 30
Slower pace of life compared to Budapest, with good opportunities for relaxation.
🌳 Environmental Quality
74% Weight: 15
Moderate air quality and green spaces; less industrial pollution than larger cities.
🧼 Cleanliness
70% Weight: 10
Generally clean public areas and streets, though some older neighborhoods may be less maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45% Weight: 30
Hungarian is the primary language; English is spoken by younger people but limited outside tourist spots.
💨 Air Quality
71% Weight: 15
Air quality is generally good, with occasional pollution spikes during winter heating season.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Friendly
70% Weight: 25
Good schools and parks; quiet and safe environment for families.

🏥 Healthcare

🏥 Healthcare Quality
68% Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; more specialized care requires travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80% Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western Europe, especially for public services.
🏥 Healthcare
70% Weight: 20
Adequate for routine care; private clinics offer better services but at higher costs.

🌿 Climate & Environment

☀️ Weather
53% Weight: 80
Continental climate with cold winters and warm summers; moderate rainfall throughout the year.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85% Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
76% Weight: 10
Several parks and recreational areas within the city and nearby countryside.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40% Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread in older buildings; newer places have it but not guaranteed.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70% Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons with snowy winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
72% Weight: 10
Low noise levels outside the city center; generally peaceful.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
68% Weight: 20
Rich local traditions and festivals, but fewer international cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
50% Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger cities; mostly local bars and pubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
75% Weight: 15
Access to nearby natural parks and countryside for hiking and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55% Weight: 10
Some language schools and informal opportunities to learn Hungarian.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60% Weight: 10
Local cultural tours available but not heavily marketed to tourists.
🎳 Indoors Fun
58% Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; cinemas and small theaters available.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
65% Weight: 25
Traditional Hungarian cuisine dominates; some international options but limited variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
43% Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; wellness scene is still developing.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60% Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
62% Weight: 15
Growing availability of organic and health-focused food shops and restaurants.

💼 Work Environment

🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78% Weight: 20
Central European Time zone is convenient for European and some Asian markets.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
35% Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads or startups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40% Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote jobs come from outside Hungary.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
38% Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and not well organized.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40% Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; lacks modern facilities.

📈 Business & Economy

🚀 Startup Scene
32% Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is minimal compared to Budapest or other European hubs.
💳 Local Payment Services
65% Weight: 10
Standard banking and payment services available; mobile payments growing.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50% Weight: 15
Moderate interest in crypto; limited local infrastructure or events.

🚆 Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
30% Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Debrecen or Budapest; Nyíregyháza lacks its own commercial airport.
🚇 Public Transit
65% Weight: 20
Local buses cover the city well but no metro or tram system.
🚶 Walkability
68% Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50% Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps; taxis more common.
🚲 Cycling
55% Weight: 10
Some bike lanes exist but infrastructure is not extensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60% Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other Hungarian cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35% Weight: 10
Limited or no electric scooter rentals; bike rentals available but not widespread.

📡 Connectivity

📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80% Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage throughout the city; 5G expanding.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85% Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
80% Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55% Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public areas but not widespread.

⚖️ Legal & Administrative

🛂 Visa Ease
60% Weight: 40
Hungary is in the Schengen Area; visa requirements depend on nationality.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55% Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some incentives for freelancers but bureaucracy can be complex.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75% Weight: 15
Generally respected, though some political pressures exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
65% Weight: 20
Stable government but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60% Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55% Weight: 10
Process is moderately straightforward but involves paperwork and waiting times.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0% Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in Hungary.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
40% Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25% Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30% Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Nyíregyháza.

🛡️ Safety & Tolerance

🛡️ Safety
78% Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
70% Weight: 50
Safe for women travelers; cultural norms are traditional but respectful.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50% Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some reports of discrimination but generally peaceful.

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