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Balzers, Liechtenstein 🇱🇮
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Nomad Score:
50%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
21%
Weight: 150
Liechtenstein is one of the most expensive countries in Europe; Balzers reflects this with high prices for everyday goods and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
18%
Weight: 80
Housing is scarce and costly due to limited space and high demand, making accommodation expensive for digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
30%
Weight: 40
Food prices are above average compared to neighboring countries, with limited budget options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
55%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; most residents rely on private cars, which increases costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
32%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited and tend to be pricey due to the small size of the town.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
40%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but memberships are relatively expensive compared to larger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
Uses Swiss Franc (CHF), one of the most stable and strong currencies globally.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good broadband infrastructure with reliable high-speed internet, though not as fast as major tech hubs.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
20%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking options within Balzers; most nomads would need to travel to Vaduz or nearby Swiss cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
45%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with WiFi; options are limited but sufficient for occasional remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Balzers is not a known hotspot for digital nomads; very few nomads choose this location.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Quiet town with a relaxed pace, promoting good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with low pollution and well-maintained natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
90%
Weight: 10
Very clean streets and public areas, typical of Liechtenstein.
🗨️ Language Barrier
65%
Weight: 30
German is the official language; English is moderately spoken, but some language barrier exists.
💨 Air Quality
92%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low industrial activity and abundant green spaces.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Safe and quiet with good schools and parks.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, though specialized care may require travel.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
35%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive; insurance is mandatory and costly.
🏥 Healthcare
90%
Weight: 20
Overall excellent healthcare system with modern facilities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
42%
Weight: 80
Temperate climate with cold winters and moderate summers; some rain and snow common.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding possible but rare.
🏞️ Green Spaces
88%
Weight: 10
Surrounded by nature with ample parks and hiking trails.
❄️ Air Conditioning
30%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common due to cooler climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Distinct four seasons with snowy winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
88%
Weight: 10
Very low noise pollution due to small population and limited traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
60%
Weight: 20
Rich local traditions but limited cultural events due to small population.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to outdoor activities like hiking and cycling.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Some language schools nearby, but limited options within Balzers itself.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
40%
Weight: 10
Few organized tours; more opportunities in nearby larger towns.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
40%
Weight: 25
Small selection of restaurants; mostly traditional cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
30%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available locally.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness centers available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate availability of healthy food; organic options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone, convenient for European and some Asian markets.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited local networking events for digital professionals.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; remote jobs depend on external companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Minimal freelance community presence.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces and those available are basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Limited startup activity within Balzers; more active in Vaduz.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Modern banking and payment services available, aligned with Swiss standards.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest; no major hubs or events locally.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airports are in Switzerland and Austria, requiring 1-2 hour travel.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit within Balzers; regional connections available but infrequent.
🚶 Walkability
75%
Weight: 20
Small town with walkable center and safe pedestrian paths.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
25%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps are not widely used or available.
🚲 Cycling
70%
Weight: 10
Good cycling paths and terrain suitable for biking.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Limited direct options; reliant on Swiss and Austrian transport networks.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Few rental services; mostly bike rentals rather than scooters.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong mobile coverage with 4G and emerging 5G networks.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Very stable and reliable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Liechtenstein is part of the Schengen Area; visa rules are strict for non-EU nationals.
📊 Tax Friendliness
65%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates with some advantages for businesses, but personal taxes can be high.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
90%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
95%
Weight: 20
Highly stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Strict banking regulations make account opening challenging for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; possible but requires local knowledge.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Not a popular or well-equipped destination for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or community for nomads in Balzers.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
95%
Weight: 100
Extremely safe with very low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
85%
Weight: 50
Safe and respectful environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, though less diverse than larger cities.