Selfoss, Iceland 🇮🇸
#1545
63.936809, -21.003531
Nomad Score:
58%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Higher than average for Iceland, but still manageable compared to major cities in Europe.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are steep, especially for short-term stays, reflecting the demand in a small town.
🍎 Food & Groceries
51%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are high due to import costs, but local produce is reasonably priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
65%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, but costs are reasonable for local travel.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Limited options for entertainment, with prices on the higher side for activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Average pricing for gym memberships, with decent facilities available.
💱 Currency Stability
87%
Weight: 30
The Icelandic króna is relatively stable, with low inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
90%
Weight: 100
Excellent internet speeds, with widespread fiber-optic coverage.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
45%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces available, mostly catering to local freelancers.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, but not all are designed for working.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
A few cafes are suitable for working, but options are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
30%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads, leading to fewer community events.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
Good work-life balance with a relaxed lifestyle, though job opportunities are limited.
🌳 Environmental Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Exceptional environmental quality with stunning natural landscapes.
🧼 Cleanliness
88%
Weight: 10
Very clean city with a strong emphasis on environmental care.
🗨️ Language Barrier
70%
Weight: 30
Most locals speak English, but Icelandic is the primary language.
💨 Air Quality
92%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality, largely due to low industrial activity.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
85%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, though limited in rural areas.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable, but private services can be expensive.
🏥 Healthcare
80%
Weight: 20
Robust healthcare system with good access to services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
35%
Weight: 80
Cold and often rainy, with limited sunshine during winter months.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk due to volcanic activity, but infrastructure is well-prepared.
🏞️ 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 winter can be harsh and long.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with local festivals and traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, mostly centered around a few bars.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95%
Weight: 15
Stunning natural landscapes and outdoor activities available year-round.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for learning Icelandic, but some resources available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good variety of tours and experiences showcasing Iceland's natural beauty.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, primarily focused on local culture.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Growing food scene with a focus on local ingredients, but options are limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, but not a wide variety.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Decent fitness facilities, though options may be limited compared to larger cities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Some healthy food options available, but not as diverse as in larger cities.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
Convenient time zone for working with North America and Europe.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
35%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available locally.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
30%
Weight: 20
Limited freelance opportunities due to the small market.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces is average, but options are limited.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but still in its infancy.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Good access to local payment services, including card payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Good connectivity through Keflavik Airport, but limited direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
50%
Weight: 20
Basic public transit options available, but not extensive.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Selfoss is quite walkable, with most amenities within walking distance.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available in Selfoss.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible, but infrastructure is limited.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Buses available for intercity travel, but limited frequency.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Limited options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the area.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available with good speeds.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Highly reliable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi options available.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are straightforward for EU citizens, but more complex for others.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates, not particularly favorable for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
80%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech in Iceland.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be bureaucratic, especially for non-residents.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Business registration is relatively straightforward, but can be slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited amenities and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Limited online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
95%
Weight: 100
Extremely safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
90%
Weight: 50
Highly supportive environment for women, with strong gender equality.
✊ Racial Tolerance
85%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, though diversity is limited.