Akranes, Iceland 🇮🇸
#1546
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Nomad Score:
50%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
21%
Weight: 150
Iceland is generally expensive, and Akranes, while smaller, still reflects high prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
24%
Weight: 80
Limited housing options with high rental prices due to Iceland's overall expensive real estate market.
🍎 Food & Groceries
20%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are costly, with many imported goods driving prices up.
🚌 Transportation Cost
53%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; car rentals and fuel are expensive.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
31%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited and tend to be pricey due to the small population and remote location.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
42%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but membership fees are above average compared to global standards.
💱 Currency Stability
78%
Weight: 30
Icelandic króna is relatively stable but can be volatile due to the small economy.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
86%
Weight: 100
Good broadband infrastructure with reliable high-speed internet in most parts of the town.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
35%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or remote work from home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with WiFi available; not as abundant as in larger cities.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
32%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
18%
Weight: 100
Akranes is not a well-known destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Icelandic culture promotes good work-life balance with emphasis on leisure and family time.
🌳 Environmental Quality
94%
Weight: 15
Excellent environmental quality with clean air and pristine natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
97%
Weight: 10
Very clean town with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
68%
Weight: 30
Icelandic is the primary language, but most locals speak English well.
💨 Air Quality
96%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low pollution and coastal location.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Safe environment and good education but limited childcare options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
83%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, though specialized care may require travel to Reykjavik.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
51%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive without insurance; public system is subsidized but limited for foreigners.
🏥 Healthcare
79%
Weight: 20
Good healthcare infrastructure but limited facilities in small towns.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
12%
Weight: 80
Cold, windy, and often rainy with short summers and long winters.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional volcanic activity but generally safe.
🏞️ Green Spaces
88%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces and access to outdoor areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
10%
Weight: 15
Rarely needed due to cool climate; most buildings lack AC.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with long daylight in summer and darkness in winter.
🔊 Noise Pollution
95%
Weight: 10
Very low noise pollution due to small population and quiet surroundings.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
74%
Weight: 20
Rich Icelandic culture with strong traditions and modern influences.
🌃 Nightlife
23%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options in Akranes.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
98%
Weight: 15
Exceptional access to nature, hiking, and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language courses; informal opportunities exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
62%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, mostly nature-focused.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
45%
Weight: 25
Limited variety but good quality seafood and traditional Icelandic cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
27%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios in the town.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
41%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness facilities available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
53%
Weight: 15
Moderate availability of healthy food; fresh seafood and local produce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT time zone is convenient for Europe and North America overlap.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
22%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote jobs come from outside.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
33%
Weight: 15
Small startup presence mostly centered in Reykjavik.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Modern payment infrastructure with wide card acceptance.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest but limited local adoption.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Reykjavik, about 40 minutes away.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Limited bus services; no extensive public transit system.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
Small town with walkable center but limited sidewalks in outskirts.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing services like Uber or Lyft available.
🚲 Cycling
45%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but weather and infrastructure limit usage.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus connections to Reykjavik and other towns exist but are infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited scooter or bike rental options.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply with renewable energy sources.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots outside cafes and public buildings.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa rules apply; no specific digital nomad visa yet.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
Relatively high taxes compared to many countries.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
90%
Weight: 20
Very stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate difficulty; requires local address and documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but can be bureaucratic.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums specific to Akranes digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
98%
Weight: 100
Extremely safe with very low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
87%
Weight: 50
Iceland is known for gender equality and female safety.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but less diverse than larger cities.