Akureyri, Iceland 🇮🇸
Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Higher than many European cities, particularly due to the cost of imported goods.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
51%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate, but can be high for short-term stays during peak tourist seasons.
🍎 Food & Groceries
45%
Weight: 40
Groceries are expensive, especially for fresh produce and imported items.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, but costs are reasonable for taxis and car rentals.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate prices for local attractions and activities, but can add up quickly.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
68%
Weight: 10
Affordable gym memberships available, with various options for fitness classes.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
Iceland's currency is relatively stable, with low inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
90%
Weight: 100
Excellent internet speed, with widespread access to high-speed connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
50%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces, but a few options exist in the city.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making them suitable for working remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65%
Weight: 30
Several cafes cater to remote workers, though not as many as larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads, but growing interest.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Icelandic culture promotes a healthy work-life balance with reasonable working hours.
🌳 Environmental Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Exceptional environmental quality with clean air and beautiful landscapes.
🧼 Cleanliness
90%
Weight: 10
Very clean city with a strong emphasis on environmental care.
🗨️ Language Barrier
80%
Weight: 30
Most Icelanders speak English fluently, making communication easy.
💨 Air Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low pollution levels.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
85%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, with well-trained professionals.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable for residents, but costs can be high for tourists.
🏥 Healthcare
80%
Weight: 20
Healthcare is generally good, with modern facilities and well-trained professionals.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
30%
Weight: 80
Cold and often rainy weather, which can be challenging for some.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
75%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk due to volcanic activity, but well-prepared infrastructure.
🏞️ Green Spaces
80%
Weight: 10
Plenty of parks and natural areas for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
20%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is rarely needed due to the cool climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons, but long winters can be a downside.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with various festivals and events throughout the year.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options, with a few bars and clubs, but not extensive.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95%
Weight: 15
Stunning natural landscapes, including mountains, waterfalls, and hot springs.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities to learn Icelandic, though some courses are available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
80%
Weight: 10
Numerous tours available for exploring the unique Icelandic landscape.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, primarily focused on local culture.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Growing food scene with a mix of traditional and modern cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, catering to different styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good variety of fitness facilities, including gyms and outdoor activities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options in restaurants and stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Convenient time zone for working with both North America and Europe.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities compared to larger cities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Some remote job opportunities, but not as many as in larger urban centers.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited opportunities.
🏢 Coworking Quality
55%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces available but with varying quality and amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but still in its infancy compared to larger cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted credit cards and digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Good connectivity via Akureyri Airport, but fewer international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
50%
Weight: 20
Basic public transit system, primarily buses with limited routes.
🚶 Walkability
75%
Weight: 20
Compact city center makes it easy to walk to most places.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing services.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible, but weather conditions can be a deterrent.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Buses available for intercity travel, but limited frequency.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited options for scooter and bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available, with good internet infrastructure.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Very reliable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be complex, especially for non-EU citizens.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Higher tax rates compared to many other countries.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
80%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low corruption levels.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Can be challenging for non-residents, but possible with proper documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate ease of business registration, though some bureaucracy exists.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited resources and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads in the area.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
90%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
85%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, though diversity is limited.