Siófok, Hungary 🇭🇺
#1644
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Nomad Score:
63%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to Budapest and Western Europe; lower prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
72%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, especially outside peak summer season; seasonal fluctuations due to tourism.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer affordable fresh produce; dining out is moderately priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap and efficient within town; limited but affordable regional connections.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are somewhat limited but affordable, especially during off-season.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Local gyms offer memberships at reasonable prices, though fewer premium options.
💱 Currency Stability
79%
Weight: 30
Hungarian Forint is relatively stable with moderate fluctuations against major currencies.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Good broadband availability with average speeds around 50-100 Mbps; mobile 4G widely accessible.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
43%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; mostly small local offices and cafes with WiFi.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, but quality and speed can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; generally quiet spots available.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; more popular among local tourists.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
81%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with access to nature and leisure activities supports good balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Lake Balaton area offers clean natural environment with good water quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
70%
Weight: 10
Generally clean public spaces and streets, especially during tourist season.
🗨️ Language Barrier
47%
Weight: 30
Hungarian is dominant; English spoken mainly in tourist areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
83%
Weight: 15
Good air quality due to proximity to Lake Balaton and limited industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good for families with outdoor activities and safe environment.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
65%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available; more advanced care requires travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western Europe; public and private options exist.
🏥 Healthcare
67%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious conditions may require travel to Budapest.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Warm summers with plenty of sunshine; mild winters but some rain and colder days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
91%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
85%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and lakeside areas for outdoor activities and relaxation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
52%
Weight: 15
Limited air conditioning in older buildings; more common in newer accommodations.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
73%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons with warm summers and cold winters, suitable for varied activities.
🔊 Noise Pollution
68%
Weight: 10
Low noise levels outside peak tourist season; some noise near nightlife areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich Hungarian cultural heritage with local festivals and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
41%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly bars and small clubs catering to tourists.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
88%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to Lake Balaton, hiking trails, and water sports.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities mainly through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
72%
Weight: 10
Good availability of lake tours, wine tasting, and cultural excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
50%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; some cinemas and small museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Traditional Hungarian cuisine with some international options; seasonal variation.
🧠 Yoga Studios
38%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; occasional classes in fitness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of specialized fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate availability of health-conscious restaurants and organic markets.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is convenient for European and some Asian clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
35%
Weight: 25
Few formal networking events; mostly informal meetups in nearby Budapest.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; most remote work depends on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
37%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; limited local support structures.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Basic coworking spaces with essential amenities but limited services.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity locally; Budapest is the main hub.
💳 Local Payment Services
65%
Weight: 10
Standard banking and payment services available; some cash preference.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest; few local businesses accept crypto payments.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
38%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Budapest, about 1.5 hours away by car.
🚇 Public Transit
60%
Weight: 20
Local buses available but limited routes; no metro or tram system.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Compact town center is walkable; outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
55%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of Uber-like services; taxis more common.
🚲 Cycling
74%
Weight: 10
Good cycling paths around the lake and town; bike rentals available.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
62%
Weight: 15
Train and bus connections to Budapest and other cities are regular but not frequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Bike rentals common; electric scooter rentals limited.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage throughout town and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no significant restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some cafes and public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa required for many; Hungary offers straightforward short-term stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; complex for freelancers without local residency.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
78%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech environment with some political sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Stable government but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires local address and documentation; some bureaucracy.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
58%
Weight: 10
Moderate complexity; processes improving but still bureaucratic.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Very few organized events; mostly informal gatherings.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for nomads in Siófok; more active in Budapest.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
84%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates; generally safe for solo travelers.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Safe environment with some cultural conservatism; respectful locals.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some reported incidents but generally peaceful.