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Delft, Netherlands 🇳🇱
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Nomad Score:
68%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Moderately high cost of living typical for the Netherlands, but cheaper than Amsterdam or Rotterdam.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Housing prices are relatively high due to demand and limited supply, especially for short-term rentals.
🍎 Food & Groceries
55%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are moderate; eating out is somewhat expensive compared to Eastern Europe but reasonable for Western Europe.
🚌 Transportation Cost
67%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and moderately priced; cycling is free and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are diverse but can be pricey, especially cultural events and dining out.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
58%
Weight: 10
Average gym membership costs, with many options including budget and premium gyms.
💱 Currency Stability
97%
Weight: 30
Euro is a stable currency with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
91%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet widely available with speeds often exceeding 100 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
79%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in Delft and nearby cities, though fewer than in larger Dutch cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
83%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer reliable WiFi and comfortable environments for working.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
75%
Weight: 30
Good selection of cafes catering to remote workers, though not as abundant as in major hubs.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
54%
Weight: 100
Delft is less known internationally among digital nomads but growing in popularity due to its charm and proximity to tech hubs.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
93%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
88%
Weight: 30
Strong cultural emphasis on work-life balance and reasonable working hours.
🌳 Environmental Quality
86%
Weight: 15
Clean city with good environmental policies and green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
90%
Weight: 10
Very clean public spaces and streets.
🗨️ Language Barrier
87%
Weight: 30
Most locals speak excellent English, minimizing language barriers.
💨 Air Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, though occasional pollution from nearby urban areas.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family services, though cost of living may be a factor.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
93%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with excellent facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
61%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is good but can be expensive without insurance; mandatory health insurance is required.
🏥 Healthcare
90%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services accessible to residents and expats.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
32%
Weight: 80
Temperate maritime climate with frequent rain and cloudy days; summers mild but not very sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas, though urban density limits large natural spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
25%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon in homes and offices due to mild summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons but mild; winters are cool and summers mild.
🔊 Noise Pollution
72%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet city with low noise pollution except near main roads.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with museums, historic sites, and active arts scene.
🌃 Nightlife
53%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options, more subdued compared to larger Dutch cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
70%
Weight: 15
Close to countryside and coast, good for cycling and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
76%
Weight: 10
Good access to Dutch language courses and international community.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Several local tours and cultural experiences available, especially related to Delft’s history.
🎳 Indoors Fun
62%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and cinemas provide indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
71%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with local Dutch cuisine and international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, though not as many as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
74%
Weight: 15
Many organic and health-focused grocery stores and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is favorable for working with Europe and parts of Africa and the Middle East.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
69%
Weight: 25
Growing tech and academic community offers networking, though smaller than major cities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
65%
Weight: 20
Moderate availability of remote jobs, especially in tech and academia.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
63%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is present but not very large.
🏢 Coworking Quality
77%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with good amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
68%
Weight: 15
Active startup scene supported by nearby universities and tech hubs.
💳 Local Payment Services
85%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of contactless payments and mobile banking apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but still emerging market for blockchain and crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
74%
Weight: 30
Close to Rotterdam The Hague Airport and Amsterdam Schiphol with good international connections.
🚇 Public Transit
82%
Weight: 20
Efficient and reliable public transport network including trains and buses.
🚶 Walkability
80%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
71%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing services available but less common than taxis.
🚲 Cycling
95%
Weight: 10
Excellent cycling infrastructure and culture.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
87%
Weight: 15
Frequent and fast train connections to major Dutch cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
83%
Weight: 10
Wide availability of bike rentals and some electric scooter options.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
90%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
92%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
94%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
70%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many cafes and public spaces but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
55%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa rules apply; no specific digital nomad visa but options exist for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
📊 Tax Friendliness
48%
Weight: 30
Relatively high taxes; some incentives for startups but overall tax burden is moderate to high.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
98%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
96%
Weight: 20
Very stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
62%
Weight: 15
Possible for expats but requires documentation and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process supported by government digital services.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of mid-2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
67%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly to digital nomads due to infrastructure and community but limited visa options.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
54%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events, mostly organized in nearby larger cities.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
60%
Weight: 20
Small but growing online digital nomad community.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
91%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment for residents and visitors.
♀️ Female Friendly
87%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and inclusive with good gender equality.
✊ Racial Tolerance
79%
Weight: 50
Moderate to high racial tolerance; multicultural but occasional challenges exist.