Eschen, Liechtenstein 🇱🇮
#1233
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Nomad Score:
47%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
12%
Weight: 150
Liechtenstein is one of the most expensive countries in Europe, and Eschen reflects this with very high living costs.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
10%
Weight: 80
Housing prices and rents are extremely high due to limited supply and high demand in this small principality.
🍎 Food & Groceries
21%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are costly, with prices comparable to neighboring Switzerland.
🚌 Transportation Cost
55%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; many rely on private cars, which increases costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
30%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited and tend to be pricey due to the affluent population.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
35%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but memberships are expensive compared to other European cities.
💱 Currency Stability
97%
Weight: 30
Uses Swiss Franc (CHF), one of the most stable and reliable currencies globally.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
88%
Weight: 100
High-speed internet widely available with reliable fiber-optic connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
23%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces within Eschen; most nomads rely on nearby Swiss or Austrian cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
40%
Weight: 30
Few cafes with reliable WiFi; options are limited due to small size of the town.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
20%
Weight: 30
Lack of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads; quiet and work-friendly spots are scarce.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Eschen is not a known destination for digital nomads; very low community presence.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75%
Weight: 30
High quality of life and low stress environment, but limited social and cultural activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
90%
Weight: 15
Clean, green, and well-maintained environment with low pollution levels.
🧼 Cleanliness
95%
Weight: 10
Exceptionally clean streets and public spaces, typical of Liechtenstein.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
German is the official language; English is moderately spoken but not widespread.
💨 Air Quality
93%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low industrial activity and abundant greenery.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, often in cooperation with Swiss providers.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
30%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive and insurance mandatory; costs can be high for foreigners.
🏥 Healthcare
90%
Weight: 20
Access to excellent healthcare facilities and professionals.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
42%
Weight: 80
Temperate climate with cold winters and moderate summers; some rainy days and snow in winter.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional flooding possible but generally safe.
🏞️ Green Spaces
87%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and natural areas nearby; easy access to Alpine nature.
❄️ Air Conditioning
35%
Weight: 15
Limited use of air conditioning due to cooler climate; some buildings may lack it.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
78%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and warm summers, offering variety in activities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Small local culture with traditional events; limited diversity and nightlife.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; most social activities are quiet and low-key.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to hiking, skiing, and outdoor activities in the Alps.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn German locally but limited formal language schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
40%
Weight: 10
Few organized tours; more suited for self-guided exploration of nature and nearby towns.
🎳 Indoors Fun
35%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
40%
Weight: 25
Basic local dining options; no diverse or vibrant international food scene.
🧠 Yoga Studios
30%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; better options in nearby larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
40%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; facilities are small and basic.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate availability of healthy food; organic and specialty stores are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
Central European Time (CET) is convenient for European clients but less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Very limited professional networking events or digital nomad meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; remote work mostly depends on external companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
25%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance community; most freelancers work remotely for international clients.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities; quality varies and is limited.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
15%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup ecosystem; most business activity is traditional and small scale.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Standard European banking and payment services available; limited fintech innovation.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Some interest in crypto but no significant local adoption or infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
No airport in Liechtenstein; nearest major airports in Zurich and Munich are 1.5-2 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Limited local public transport; reliance on buses and connections to Swiss and Austrian networks.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
Small town with walkable center but limited urban density.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber are not widely available; taxis are expensive.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Some cycling paths available; terrain is hilly which may limit casual cycling.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Good access to Swiss and Austrian rail and bus networks for intercity travel.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
25%
Weight: 10
Very limited scooter or bike rental services within Eschen.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Excellent mobile coverage with 4G and growing 5G availability.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
95%
Weight: 15
Very stable and reliable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is scarce and often limited to a few public buildings.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Liechtenstein is part of the Schengen Area; visa policies are strict but manageable for EU citizens.
📊 Tax Friendliness
65%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates with some advantages, but overall tax burden is not low.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
90%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
98%
Weight: 20
Highly stable political environment with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
40%
Weight: 15
Banking regulations are strict; opening accounts as a foreigner can be challenging.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but involves bureaucratic steps and costs.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in Liechtenstein.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
20%
Weight: 50
Not a popular or well-equipped destination for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
No known digital nomad events or meetups in Eschen.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Very limited online presence or community for nomads in the area.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
97%
Weight: 100
Extremely safe with very low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
85%
Weight: 50
Safe and respectful environment for women, though social opportunities are limited.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, but limited diversity due to small population.