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Eindhoven, Netherlands 🇳🇱
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Nomad Score:
68%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Moderately high cost of living compared to global standards, typical for a Dutch city but cheaper than Amsterdam.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are relatively high due to demand from tech workers and students, though more affordable than major Dutch cities.
🍎 Food & Groceries
55%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are moderate; eating out can be expensive but there are affordable options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
67%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and reasonably priced; cycling is common and free once bike is owned.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are moderately priced; cultural events and nightlife can be costly.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Average gym membership costs, with many affordable options and some premium facilities.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
Euro is a very stable currency with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
92%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet widely available with speeds often exceeding 300 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
85%
Weight: 40
Several well-equipped coworking spaces catering to tech and creative professionals.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
80%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer reliable WiFi and comfortable work environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
77%
Weight: 30
Good number of cafes welcoming remote workers with power outlets and good seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
53%
Weight: 100
Growing popularity among digital nomads, but still less known compared to Amsterdam or Rotterdam.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
89%
Weight: 30
Strong cultural emphasis on work-life balance and reasonable working hours.
🌳 Environmental Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Good air quality and environmental policies; green initiatives are common.
🧼 Cleanliness
90%
Weight: 10
City is clean and well-maintained with efficient waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
85%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, making communication easy for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, though occasional pollution from traffic and industry.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family services available.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
95%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with excellent facilities and professionals.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is good but can be expensive without insurance; mandatory health insurance required.
🏥 Healthcare
93%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services with easy access for residents.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
32%
Weight: 80
Temperate oceanic climate with frequent rain and cool temperatures; limited sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
97%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within the city and nearby nature reserves.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common in homes or offices due to mild summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild; winters are cool and summers mild with moderate variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter residential areas but some traffic noise in city center.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, music festivals, and a strong design and tech community.
🌃 Nightlife
60%
Weight: 15
Decent nightlife with bars and clubs, but quieter than larger Dutch cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
70%
Weight: 15
Good access to cycling routes, parks, and nearby natural areas for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
72%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and community groups offer Dutch and other language courses.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate availability of local tours and cultural experiences, especially tech and design focused.
🎳 Indoors Fun
68%
Weight: 10
Museums, cinemas, and cultural centers provide indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with local Dutch cuisine and international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
75%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios offering a variety of classes and styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms, fitness centers, and sports clubs.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
78%
Weight: 15
Many organic markets, health food stores, and restaurants with healthy menus.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is favorable for working with most European and some American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
80%
Weight: 25
Strong tech and startup community with frequent networking events and meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
70%
Weight: 20
Good opportunities in tech and creative sectors, though competition is moderate.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
73%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community supported by coworking spaces and online platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
84%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities and community events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
81%
Weight: 15
Active startup ecosystem, especially in tech, design, and high-tech manufacturing.
💳 Local Payment Services
87%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of contactless payments and mobile banking apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption with some startups and events, but not a major hub.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
70%
Weight: 30
Eindhoven Airport offers good European connections; Amsterdam Schiphol nearby for global flights.
🚇 Public Transit
75%
Weight: 20
Efficient bus and train services connecting the city and region.
🚶 Walkability
78%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
65%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing options available but less prevalent than in bigger cities.
🚲 Cycling
90%
Weight: 10
Excellent cycling infrastructure; biking is a primary mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
80%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to major Dutch cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
75%
Weight: 10
Bike rental widely available; electric scooter rentals present but limited.
📡 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
95%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power 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
50%
Weight: 40
Standard Schengen visa rules apply; no specific digital nomad visa as of 2025.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
Relatively high taxes; some incentives for startups but overall tax burden is significant.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
98%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
95%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires residency or local address; process can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
75%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with good online resources.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available in the Netherlands as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with good infrastructure but limited visa options.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
68%
Weight: 25
Regular meetups and events, mostly tech and startup focused.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
70%
Weight: 20
Active online groups for expats and digital nomads in Eindhoven.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
90%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe urban environment.
♀️ Female Friendly
85%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and inclusive with good support networks.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Moderate to high tolerance; some challenges but overall welcoming.