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Nyíregyháza, Hungary 🇭🇺
#1886 ,

Nomad Score: 63%

💰 Cost & Affordability

💸 Cost of Living
78% Weight: 150
Nyíregyháza offers a relatively low cost of living compared to Western European cities, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
75% Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate, with options for affordable apartments and shared housing.
🍎 Food & Groceries
81% Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets provide affordable fresh produce and groceries.
🚌 Transportation Cost
84% Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive and well-integrated within the city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70% Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
73% Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced with several local fitness centers.
💱 Currency Stability
79% Weight: 30
Hungarian Forint is relatively stable with moderate fluctuations.

💻 Digital Nomad Essentials

🚀 Internet Speed
76% Weight: 100
Good broadband availability with average speeds around 50-100 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
52% Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; some small local options but not widespread.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68% Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, though quality and speed vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55% Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; mostly general cafes.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
31% Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination among digital nomads, low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
84% Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.

🌟 Quality of Life

⚖️ Work-Life Balance
77% Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70% Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality with some urban pollution but access to green areas.
🧼 Cleanliness
65% Weight: 10
Generally clean city but some areas could be better maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
43% Weight: 30
Hungarian is the primary language; English is not widely spoken outside younger population.
💨 Air Quality
62% Weight: 15
Air quality is average; occasional pollution during winter months.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Friendly
68% Weight: 25
Family-friendly amenities and schools available but limited international options.

🏥 Healthcare

🏥 Healthcare Quality
69% Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; quality is decent but not on par with Western Europe.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80% Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to Western Europe and the US.
🏥 Healthcare
70% Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare with some limitations in specialized services.

🌿 Climate & Environment

☀️ Weather
61% Weight: 80
Continental climate with warm summers and cold winters; moderate sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85% Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
74% Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within the city for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50% Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not standard in many buildings, especially older ones.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
72% Weight: 10
Distinct four seasons with warm summers and cold winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
71% Weight: 10
Low to moderate noise pollution; generally quiet city environment.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
78% Weight: 20
Rich Hungarian cultural heritage with local festivals and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
56% Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger cities; some bars and clubs available.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
73% Weight: 15
Access to nearby natural parks and countryside for hiking and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
54% Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; some informal opportunities to learn Hungarian.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65% Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences available but not heavily tourist-focused.
🎳 Indoors Fun
58% Weight: 10
Moderate indoor entertainment options including cinemas and cultural centers.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
70% Weight: 25
Traditional Hungarian cuisine is widely available; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
49% Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; niche market with limited availability.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
67% Weight: 15
Several gyms and fitness centers, though not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
63% Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but traditional cuisine tends to be heavier.

💼 Work Environment

🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75% Weight: 20
Central European Time zone is convenient for European and some Asian markets.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
48% Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads or startups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
42% Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from outside Hungary.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45% Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and not very visible locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50% Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities.

📈 Business & Economy

🚀 Startup Scene
47% Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene but centered more in Budapest than Nyíregyháza.
💳 Local Payment Services
68% Weight: 10
Standard banking and payment services available; cash still widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
51% Weight: 15
Moderate interest in crypto; adoption is growing but still niche.

🚆 Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
32% Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Debrecen or Budapest; Nyíregyháza lacks its own major airport.
🚇 Public Transit
71% Weight: 20
Local bus network is reliable for city travel.
🚶 Walkability
69% Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
43% Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps like Uber; taxis are more common.
🚲 Cycling
57% Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure but not extensive or fully developed.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
64% Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other Hungarian cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
39% Weight: 10
Limited scooter or bike rental services available.

📡 Connectivity

📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80% Weight: 20
Strong mobile network coverage with 4G widely available; 5G emerging.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85% Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no significant restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
83% Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
56% Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some public areas but not widespread.

⚖️ Legal & Administrative

🛂 Visa Ease
60% Weight: 40
Hungary is in the Schengen zone; visa process straightforward for EU citizens, moderate for others.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55% Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; not specifically optimized for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
78% Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech, though some political pressures exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
69% Weight: 20
Stable political environment with occasional tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
57% Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic, especially for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
62% Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves some paperwork and waiting.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0% Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in Hungary.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
45% Weight: 50
Not particularly tailored to digital nomads; limited community and infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30% Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
41% Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Nyíregyháza.

🛡️ Safety & Tolerance

🛡️ Safety
79% Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
70% Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming for women, though some cultural conservatism exists.
✊ Racial Tolerance
52% Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some challenges for visible minorities.

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