Reykjavik, Iceland 🇮🇸
#791
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Nomad Score:
58%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
21%
Weight: 150
Reykjavik is one of the most expensive cities globally, with high prices for most goods and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
18%
Weight: 80
Accommodation is very costly, especially for long-term rentals, with limited affordable options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
23%
Weight: 40
Food prices are high due to import reliance and limited local agriculture.
🚌 Transportation Cost
57%
Weight: 20
Public transport is moderately priced; taxis and car rentals are expensive.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
30%
Weight: 15
Entertainment venues and activities tend to be pricey compared to other European cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
45%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately expensive but offer good facilities.
💱 Currency Stability
79%
Weight: 30
Icelandic Krona is relatively stable but can be volatile due to small economy size.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet is widely available with reliable connectivity.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
62%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but fewer than major European hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
71%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to digital nomads but limited compared to larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
40%
Weight: 100
Growing but still a niche destination for digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
84%
Weight: 30
Strong emphasis on work-life balance and social welfare.
🌳 Environmental Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent environmental quality with clean air and water.
🧼 Cleanliness
98%
Weight: 10
City is very clean with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
73%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, minimizing language barriers.
💨 Air Quality
97%
Weight: 15
Air quality is excellent due to low pollution levels.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
89%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with modern facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
52%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is good but can be expensive for non-residents.
🏥 Healthcare
87%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services available.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
12%
Weight: 80
Cold, often overcast and rainy with short daylight hours in winter.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk due to volcanic activity but well-monitored and managed.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Good access to parks and natural areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
20%
Weight: 15
Rarely needed and thus uncommon in buildings.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with dramatic changes in daylight and temperature.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with strong arts and music scenes.
🌃 Nightlife
51%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, mostly centered around weekends.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
96%
Weight: 15
Exceptional access to unique natural landscapes and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn Icelandic but limited compared to larger cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
88%
Weight: 10
Wide range of unique tours and cultural experiences available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, especially in winter.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
67%
Weight: 25
Good quality but expensive and somewhat limited variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
58%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available but not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
63%
Weight: 15
Adequate fitness centers and facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Healthy options exist but often costly.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT time zone is convenient for European and North American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
54%
Weight: 25
Limited but growing tech and startup networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
53%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance community but not very large.
🏢 Coworking Quality
67%
Weight: 30
Good quality coworking spaces with modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
60%
Weight: 15
Small but innovative startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Modern payment infrastructure with wide card acceptance.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest and adoption in crypto and blockchain.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
68%
Weight: 30
Good international connections but limited direct flights outside Europe and North America.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Limited bus network; no metro or tram system.
🚶 Walkability
79%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Cycling possible but weather and infrastructure limit usage.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
57%
Weight: 15
Bus services available but limited; no train network.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
42%
Weight: 10
Few scooter rentals; some bike rentals but seasonal.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
83%
Weight: 20
Excellent mobile coverage throughout the city and most rural areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
89%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
94%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply with renewable energy sources.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many areas but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ 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; not especially favorable for freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
97%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
95%
Weight: 20
Very stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Challenging for non-residents; strict KYC and documentation required.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process but can be bureaucratic.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa as of April 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but limited infrastructure and visa options.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
43%
Weight: 25
Few organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
58%
Weight: 20
Small but active online communities for Reykjavik digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
96%
Weight: 100
Extremely safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
89%
Weight: 50
Very safe and inclusive environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but less diverse than larger cities.