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Akranes, Iceland 🇮🇸
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Nomad Score:
51%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Iceland is generally expensive; Akranes is slightly cheaper than Reykjavik but still costly compared to many countries.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
30%
Weight: 80
Limited housing options with relatively high rental prices due to small town size and Iceland's overall housing market.
🍎 Food & Groceries
35%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are expensive due to import costs and Iceland's remote location.
🚌 Transportation Cost
45%
Weight: 20
Public transport options are limited but affordable; car rentals and fuel are expensive.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited in Akranes but moderately priced compared to Reykjavik.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
50%
Weight: 10
Local gyms offer reasonable prices but fewer facilities than larger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
78%
Weight: 30
Icelandic Krona is relatively stable but can be volatile due to small economy.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
Good broadband and fiber internet available, reliable and fast for remote work.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited or no dedicated coworking spaces in Akranes.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with WiFi, but those available provide decent connectivity.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Limited options catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Akranes is not a known hotspot for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Small town atmosphere supports good work-life balance with less stress.
🌳 Environmental Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Very clean environment with pristine nature and low pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
98%
Weight: 10
Iceland is known for its high cleanliness standards.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken but Icelandic is the official language; some locals may prefer Icelandic.
💨 Air Quality
97%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low pollution and coastal location.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with good schools nearby.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
85%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system, though specialized services may require travel to Reykjavik.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
50%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is good but can be expensive for non-residents without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable healthcare services available, with emergency care accessible.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
20%
Weight: 80
Cold, windy, and often rainy with short summers; not ideal for those preferring warm sunny climates.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
65%
Weight: 10
Low risk of earthquakes and storms; volcanic activity exists but rarely impacts Akranes directly.
🏞️ Green Spaces
80%
Weight: 10
Abundant natural green spaces and proximity to nature.
❄️ Air Conditioning
10%
Weight: 15
Rarely needed or available due to cool climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with long daylight in summer and darkness in winter.
🔊 Noise Pollution
95%
Weight: 10
Very low noise pollution in this small town.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich Icelandic culture with local traditions and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options in Akranes.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
98%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to hiking, coastal views, and natural attractions.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; some informal opportunities to learn Icelandic.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but more options in Reykjavik.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Small but quality local food scene with Icelandic specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
25%
Weight: 10
Few or no dedicated yoga studios in Akranes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness facilities available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and organic produce available but limited variety.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT time zone is convenient for Europe and North America overlap.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events locally.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market small; remote jobs must be sourced online.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
15%
Weight: 30
No dedicated coworking spaces; home or cafes only.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Limited startup activity in Akranes; more in Reykjavik.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Modern banking and payment systems available.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest in crypto in Iceland but limited local services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Reykjavik, about 40 minutes away.
🚇 Public Transit
35%
Weight: 20
Limited bus services; no extensive public transit network.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Small town with walkable center.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No Uber or similar services available.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but weather and infrastructure limit use.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Bus connections to Reykjavik and other towns available but infrequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter rentals; some bike rentals possible.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports VPN use without issues.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
95%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa rules apply; moderate ease for short stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Relatively high taxes; no special digital nomad tax benefits.
🗣️ 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
35%
Weight: 15
Difficult for non-residents; strict banking regulations.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate process; requires local address and documentation.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in Iceland.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no digital nomad meetups in Akranes.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence for Akranes digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
98%
Weight: 100
Extremely safe with very low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
85%
Weight: 50
Iceland is very gender-equal and safe for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but less diverse than larger cities.