Soroca, Moldova 🇲🇩
#1710
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Nomad Score:
54%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Very low cost of living compared to Western standards; affordable daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are quite low, with options for budget apartments and shared housing.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and groceries are inexpensive; fresh produce is widely available.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport and taxis are very cheap; limited but affordable options.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable, with local events and cinemas.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership fees are low.
💱 Currency Stability
51%
Weight: 30
Moldovan Leu has moderate volatility; some inflation concerns persist.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
64%
Weight: 100
Average speeds around 30-50 Mbps; stable but not top-tier.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
23%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly informal setups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
50%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi but quality and speed vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
31%
Weight: 30
Few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads; limited plug points and seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
15%
Weight: 100
Not a known hotspot for digital nomads; very low community presence.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
Slower pace of life supports good balance, though limited amenities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Generally clean environment with some rural greenery.
🧼 Cleanliness
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate cleanliness; some areas show signs of neglect.
🗨️ Language Barrier
35%
Weight: 30
Romanian and Russian are dominant; English is not widely spoken.
💨 Air Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to low industrial activity.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare available but limited advanced medical facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low, though quality varies.
🏥 Healthcare
45%
Weight: 20
Accessible but limited in scope; private clinics offer better services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
63%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with cold winters and warm summers; moderate sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
65%
Weight: 10
Some parks and natural areas, but urban greenery is limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
42%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread; summers can be warm but manageable.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons with noticeable changes in weather.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional festivals and historical sites.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local gatherings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Access to countryside, river, and natural landscapes nearby.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some cultural and historical tours available but limited tourist infrastructure.
🎳 Indoors Fun
38%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; limited cinemas and cultural centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
67%
Weight: 25
Traditional Moldovan cuisine is accessible; few international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
20%
Weight: 10
Very limited yoga or wellness studios.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
45%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available but not widespread or modern.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is common; organic options are limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
UTC+2 (EET) is convenient for European and Middle Eastern clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
25%
Weight: 25
Few professional networking events or communities for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
30%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; mostly reliant on external clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
32%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; growing but still nascent.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces, often lacking modern amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem but very small scale.
💳 Local Payment Services
50%
Weight: 10
Basic banking and payment services available; limited fintech options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Some interest but low adoption and regulatory clarity.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
30%
Weight: 30
Nearest international airport is in Chisinau, about 2 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Limited local public transport; mostly buses and minibuses.
🚶 Walkability
60%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but infrastructure is basic.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
35%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps; taxis more common.
🚲 Cycling
28%
Weight: 10
Few cycling lanes or infrastructure; not a common transport mode.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Bus and minibus services connect to other cities; limited train options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No established scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage; 5G limited or unavailable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
60%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly in cafes or public buildings.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for many nationalities; straightforward process.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some complexity in business taxes.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
60%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some political pressures exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
45%
Weight: 20
Some political uncertainty and regional tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires documentation; some bureaucracy involved.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Process is possible but can be slow and bureaucratic.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
25%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or groups focused on Soroca digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
70%
Weight: 100
Relatively safe with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Generally safe for women; some cultural conservatism.
✊ Racial Tolerance
50%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some occasional discrimination reported.