Sopron, Hungary 🇭🇺
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Nomad Score:
63%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to Budapest and Western Europe, with lower prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but slightly higher than other Hungarian smaller cities due to proximity to Austria.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer affordable fresh produce and groceries.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive; local buses and regional trains are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are moderately priced, with local theaters, cinemas, and events accessible.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
73%
Weight: 10
Gyms offer affordable monthly memberships, generally cheaper than Budapest.
💱 Currency Stability
79%
Weight: 30
Hungarian Forint is relatively stable but subject to some volatility compared to Euro.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
76%
Weight: 100
Reliable broadband with speeds averaging 80-150 Mbps in urban areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
52%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; most nomads rely on cafes or travel to nearby cities for better options.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi with decent connectivity.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
60%
Weight: 30
Some cafes are nomad-friendly but not widespread; power outlets and quiet spaces are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
34%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
81%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with low pollution levels and proximity to nature.
🧼 Cleanliness
83%
Weight: 10
City is well-maintained and clean.
🗨️ Language Barrier
45%
Weight: 30
Hungarian is the primary language; English is spoken by younger population but limited outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to small city size and green surroundings.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks; safe environment for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
70%
Weight: 20
Public healthcare is adequate; private clinics offer better services but at higher cost.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are affordable compared to Western Europe.
🏥 Healthcare
72%
Weight: 20
Access to healthcare is good, with both public and private options.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
51%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with cold winters and warm summers; moderate rainfall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
84%
Weight: 10
Ample parks and nearby forests provide good green space.
❄️ Air Conditioning
42%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread in older buildings; summers can be warm but manageable.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct four seasons with snowy winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
84%
Weight: 10
Low noise levels due to small city size and limited traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich history and cultural heritage with festivals and museums.
🌃 Nightlife
48%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Close to nature reserves, hiking trails, and the Austrian border for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Hungarian language courses available but limited international language schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
72%
Weight: 10
Good local tours focusing on history, wine, and nature.
🎳 Indoors Fun
56%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; some cinemas and cultural centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
73%
Weight: 25
Traditional Hungarian cuisine with some international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; not a major wellness hub.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
68%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of organic and health-focused food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
85%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone is favorable for working with Europe and parts of the Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
38%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads work for foreign companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
42%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and not well-established.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
45%
Weight: 15
Limited startup activity compared to Budapest.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Standard banking and payment services available; mobile payments growing.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest in crypto; some local exchanges and meetups.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
53%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Vienna International Airport (~1 hour away); Sopron has a small regional airport with limited flights.
🚇 Public Transit
67%
Weight: 20
Local bus network is functional but limited; regional trains connect to larger cities.
🚶 Walkability
82%
Weight: 20
Compact city center is very walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
35%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps like Uber or Bolt.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure but not extensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
74%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to Budapest and Vienna.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage; 5G availability growing.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
No restrictions on VPN use; reliable connectivity.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Hungary is in the Schengen Area; short stays up to 90 days visa-free for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
78%
Weight: 15
Generally free speech environment with some political pressures.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Stable but with some political polarization.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires in-person visits and documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward but bureaucratic processes exist.
📄✈️ 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 or no regular nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or groups focused on Sopron digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
87%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates; considered a safe city.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some reports of discrimination but generally peaceful.