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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
51%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to larger Italian cities; more affordable than Rome or Milan but pricier than smaller towns.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
47%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but can be high in the historic center; options outside the center are more affordable.
🍎 Food & Groceries
63%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer reasonably priced fresh produce; dining out is moderately priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
72%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable with buses covering the city; limited metro options but good bus network.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60%
Weight: 15
Cultural events and museums have reasonable entry fees; nightlife is affordable but limited.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Average gym membership prices; some budget gyms available but premium facilities cost more.
💱 Currency Stability
89%
Weight: 30
Euro currency is stable with low inflation and strong economic backing.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good broadband and fiber availability in urban areas; average speeds around 50-100 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
54%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but limited compared to bigger Italian cities; growing community.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, especially in the city center and university areas.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
58%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not widespread; power outlets can be limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Not a major hotspot for digital nomads yet; more popular among students and tourists.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
83%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with emphasis on leisure and social time; slower pace than big cities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Good air quality and low pollution levels; green initiatives present.
🧼 Cleanliness
68%
Weight: 10
Generally clean streets and public areas, though some historic areas show wear.
🗨️ Language Barrier
43%
Weight: 30
Italian is dominant; English spoken mainly by younger population and in tourist spots.
💨 Air Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to location and limited heavy industry.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
64%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks; quiet environment suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
81%
Weight: 20
High-quality public healthcare system with good hospitals and clinics.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
85%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable and accessible; private options more costly.
🏥 Healthcare
83%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services available with good standards.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
62%
Weight: 80
Mild Mediterranean climate; hot summers and cool winters with some rainfall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional earthquakes possible but rare.
🏞️ Green Spaces
71%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
45%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread in older buildings; some modern places have it.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and cool winters; moderate rainfall.
🔊 Noise Pollution
61%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter than larger cities but some nightlife noise.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
90%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with festivals, museums, and historic architecture.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger cities; mostly bars and small clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Close to natural parks and countryside; good hiking and outdoor activities nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and informal opportunities to learn Italian.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
77%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours, food experiences, and historical walks.
🎳 Indoors Fun
59%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, and theaters available but limited variety.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
84%
Weight: 25
Excellent traditional Italian cuisine with local Umbrian specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
48%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
53%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of specialized fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
72%
Weight: 15
Good availability of fresh produce and healthy dining options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone suitable for working with most European countries.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
49%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads; more focused on students.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from outside Italy.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
41%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small but growing; limited support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
56%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but lack some amenities found in larger cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
38%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is nascent with few incubators or accelerators.
💳 Local Payment Services
67%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of cards and mobile payments; some cash still preferred.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption and infrastructure for blockchain and crypto services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
52%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport with limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Bus network covers city well; no metro system.
🚶 Walkability
79%
Weight: 20
Compact historic center is very walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
44%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps; taxis more common.
🚲 Cycling
57%
Weight: 10
Some cycling paths but hilly terrain limits widespread use.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
63%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other Italian cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter rentals; bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
76%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city; 5G emerging.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services work well with stable internet.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
59%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
42%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa required for many; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
39%
Weight: 30
Italy has relatively high taxes and complex bureaucracy.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
86%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
68%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional political shifts and protests.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate bureaucracy; non-residents face some challenges.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
45%
Weight: 10
Lengthy and complex process with significant paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa as of mid-2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
48%
Weight: 50
Somewhat welcoming but lacks infrastructure and community for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
33%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for nomads in Perugia.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
77%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming for women travelers and workers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some incidents reported but generally peaceful.