Herzliya, Israel 🇮🇱
#1040
32.165625, 34.846902
Nomad Score:
70%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
52%
Weight: 150
Moderately high cost of living compared to other cities in Israel, but still manageable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
48%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are on the higher side, especially for apartments close to the beach.
🍎 Food & Groceries
65%
Weight: 40
Diverse food scene with a range of prices; local markets offer affordable options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is relatively affordable, but many prefer using taxis or rideshares.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
55%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are plentiful, but costs can add up quickly for nightlife and events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
62%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, with many options available.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
The Israeli Shekel is stable, making it a reliable currency for transactions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
90%
Weight: 100
Excellent internet speed, with many areas offering high-speed fiber connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
87%
Weight: 40
A variety of coworking spaces are available, catering to different needs and budgets.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
83%
Weight: 30
Numerous cafes provide free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
85%
Weight: 30
Many cafes are designed for remote work, with comfortable seating and good coffee.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
70%
Weight: 100
Growing community of digital nomads, but not as established as in other major cities.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
A good balance is achievable, with a culture that values leisure and family time.
🌳 Environmental Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Generally good environmental quality, with efforts to maintain green spaces.
🧼 Cleanliness
70%
Weight: 10
City is relatively clean, though some areas may require more attention.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Hebrew is the primary language, but English is widely spoken in urban areas.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally acceptable, though traffic can lead to occasional pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, with modern facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable, especially for residents with insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
85%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare with modern hospitals and qualified professionals.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
85%
Weight: 80
Mild Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, though occasional earthquakes can occur.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas, though urbanization has reduced their number.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in most buildings, especially during summer.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; mainly mild weather year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
80%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, galleries, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
75%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with numerous bars and clubs, especially near the beach.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Access to beaches and nature reserves, offering various outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Limited language schools for Hebrew, but some options are available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Various local tours and experiences available, showcasing the region's history.
🎳 Indoors Fun
65%
Weight: 10
Options for indoor activities, including shopping malls and entertainment centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
80%
Weight: 25
Diverse and vibrant food scene, with influences from various cultures.
🧠 Yoga Studios
70%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, catering to different styles and levels.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
75%
Weight: 15
Good range of fitness facilities, including gyms and outdoor workout areas.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
78%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options in restaurants and stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone can be challenging for remote work with clients in different regions.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
75%
Weight: 25
Growing tech scene provides ample networking opportunities for professionals.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
65%
Weight: 20
Increasing remote job opportunities, particularly in tech and startups.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
60%
Weight: 20
Freelancing is growing, but the ecosystem is still developing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
80%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with good amenities and community events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
85%
Weight: 15
Strong startup ecosystem, particularly in tech and innovation sectors.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Various local payment options available, including mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
70%
Weight: 15
Growing interest in blockchain and crypto, with some local startups in the space.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
80%
Weight: 30
Ben Gurion Airport offers good international connectivity.
🚇 Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Public transit is decent, but not as extensive as in some other cities.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Many areas are walkable, especially near the beach and city center.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
80%
Weight: 15
Popular ride-sharing services are widely used and readily available.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is improving, but still limited in some areas.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
75%
Weight: 15
Good intercity travel options, including trains and buses.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
70%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals are available, particularly in tourist areas.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Excellent mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
Generally reliable VPN services available for secure connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Power grid is stable, with minimal outages reported.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be complex, but options exist for digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax rates can be high, which may deter some digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech, though some limitations exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
65%
Weight: 20
Political situation can be tense, but overall stability is maintained.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic, but possible for residents.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward, but can involve some red tape.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
55%
Weight: 35
Limited options for digital nomad visas, but some programs are emerging.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Increasingly becoming a nomad-friendly destination with growing community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
65%
Weight: 25
Some events and meetups for digital nomads, but not as frequent as in larger cities.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
60%
Weight: 20
Online communities exist, but are not as robust as in other major hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe, though caution is advised in certain areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Generally female-friendly, with a growing focus on gender equality.
✊ Racial Tolerance
65%
Weight: 50
Varied levels of tolerance; some areas are more inclusive than others.