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Schaan, Liechtenstein 🇱🇮
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Nomad Score:
49%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
12%
Weight: 150
Liechtenstein is one of the most expensive countries in Europe, with Schaan reflecting high costs in general.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
10%
Weight: 80
Very high rental prices due to limited housing supply and affluent population.
🍎 Food & Groceries
21%
Weight: 40
Food prices are significantly above average, with many imported goods contributing to high costs.
🚌 Transportation Cost
45%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but affordable; however, many rely on private cars, increasing costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
30%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited and tend to be pricey due to the small market.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
35%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but memberships are expensive compared to neighboring countries.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
Uses Swiss Franc (CHF), one of the most stable and reliable currencies globally.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed internet widely available with reliable fiber connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
20%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces in Schaan; most nomads rely on cafes or work from home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
55%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but the selection is limited compared to larger cities.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
30%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; quiet working environments are scarce.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Schaan is not a known destination for digital nomads; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
SIM cards available easily through Swiss providers with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
High standard of living and low stress environment contribute to good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent environmental quality with clean air and well-preserved natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
97%
Weight: 10
Very clean city with strict regulations and high public awareness.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
German is the primary language; English is moderately spoken, but some language barrier exists.
💨 Air Quality
96%
Weight: 15
Very good air quality due to low pollution and green environment.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
85%
Weight: 25
Safe, clean, and with good schools, making it family-friendly.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, comparable to Swiss standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
30%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is expensive without insurance; mandatory insurance premiums are high.
🏥 Healthcare
90%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare infrastructure and services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
42%
Weight: 80
Temperate climate with cold winters and moderate summers; some rainy days reduce outdoor comfort.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional minor flooding or landslides possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
90%
Weight: 10
Abundant green spaces and proximity to nature for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common due to mild summers; some buildings may lack it.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and warm summers, offering variety but colder months may be less appealing.
🔊 Noise Pollution
88%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small size and low traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
55%
Weight: 20
Small local culture with limited events; influenced by Swiss and Austrian traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; most entertainment is quiet and low-key.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
93%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to hiking, biking, and nature activities in the Alps.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools; some opportunities to learn German locally.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
35%
Weight: 10
Few organized tours; local experiences mostly nature-based and low-key.
🎳 Indoors Fun
30%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options like cinemas or museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
40%
Weight: 25
Small selection of restaurants; cuisine mostly traditional Central European.
🧠 Yoga Studios
25%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios available locally.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
35%
Weight: 15
Limited gyms and fitness centers; no large chains present.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
50%
Weight: 15
Some organic and health food stores, but limited variety.
💼 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 communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote jobs come from outside the region.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal local freelance ecosystem; freelancers mostly work independently.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces, those available are basic and not specialized.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Small startup presence; Liechtenstein is not a major startup hub.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Good banking infrastructure with modern payment options, though some services are Swiss-based.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Liechtenstein is progressive in blockchain regulation, but local adoption remains moderate.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
No airport in Schaan; nearest major airports are in Zurich and Munich, about 1.5-2 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
40%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit within Schaan; regional buses connect to nearby cities.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
Small town with walkable center but limited pedestrian infrastructure in outskirts.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber are not widely available.
🚲 Cycling
50%
Weight: 10
Some cycling paths exist but terrain is hilly; cycling is moderate.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to Switzerland and Austria.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited scooter or bike rental services.
📡 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.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in cafes and some public buildings.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Liechtenstein is part of the Schengen Area; visa process is standard but no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
70%
Weight: 30
Favorable tax rates for individuals and businesses, but high cost of living offsets benefits.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
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
Strict banking regulations and due diligence make account opening challenging for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but involves bureaucratic steps.
📄✈️ 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
Virtually no digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or community for nomads in Schaan.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
97%
Weight: 100
Extremely safe with very low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
85%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and respectful environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; small, homogenous population but generally welcoming.