Rotterdam, Netherlands 🇳🇱
#958
51.923398, 4.489568
Nomad Score:
71%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
64%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to other major European cities, but still higher than many Eastern European destinations.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
57%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are on the rise, especially in popular neighborhoods, but still more affordable than Amsterdam.
🍎 Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are reasonable, with a variety of options for dining out at different price points.
🚌 Transportation Cost
75%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and relatively inexpensive, with good coverage across the city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
62%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are plentiful, but prices for events and nightlife can add up.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, with many options available across the city.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
The Euro is a stable currency, providing a secure environment for financial transactions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
Excellent internet speeds with widespread availability of high-speed connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
80%
Weight: 40
A growing number of coworking spaces catering to freelancers and remote workers.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
83%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work from various locations.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
78%
Weight: 30
Several cafes are popular among digital nomads, providing a conducive work environment.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
65%
Weight: 100
Rotterdam is gaining popularity among digital nomads, but still lags behind cities like Amsterdam.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
72%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance with a culture that values leisure time.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Efforts to improve sustainability and green initiatives are evident throughout the city.
🧼 Cleanliness
80%
Weight: 10
Rotterdam is known for its cleanliness and well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
85%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, reducing the language barrier for expatriates.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, though urban pollution can be a concern in some areas.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, with a strong public health system.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable, but insurance costs can be high for expatriates.
🏥 Healthcare
88%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare facilities and services available throughout the city.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
45%
Weight: 80
Weather can be quite rainy and overcast, especially in winter months.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, with effective flood management systems in place.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Numerous parks and green areas provide good recreational opportunities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in commercial spaces, but less so in residential areas.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Experiences all four seasons, but winters can be quite cold and damp.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
75%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, galleries, and events reflecting diverse influences.
🌃 Nightlife
70%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with a variety of bars and clubs, though not as extensive as Amsterdam.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
68%
Weight: 15
Good access to outdoor activities, especially along the waterfront and nearby parks.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Language schools available, but less emphasis on language learning compared to larger cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
72%
Weight: 10
Various local tours and experiences available, showcasing the city's unique architecture and history.
🎳 Indoors Fun
65%
Weight: 10
Several indoor attractions, including museums and entertainment venues, though limited compared to larger cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
75%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with a mix of international cuisines and local specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
70%
Weight: 10
A good number of yoga studios catering to different styles and levels.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
75%
Weight: 15
Well-equipped fitness facilities available throughout the city.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
78%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options in restaurants and grocery stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
CET can be challenging for some remote workers, especially those in Asia or the Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
70%
Weight: 25
Growing community of freelancers and remote workers, with networking events becoming more common.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Remote job opportunities are available but not as abundant as in larger tech hubs.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
65%
Weight: 20
A developing freelance ecosystem with some support networks and resources.
🏢 Coworking Quality
80%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with good amenities and community events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
65%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, though still overshadowed by Amsterdam's more established ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
80%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted payment methods, including contactless and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Growing interest in blockchain and crypto, but not yet a major hub for these technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
75%
Weight: 30
Good connectivity through Rotterdam The Hague Airport, with easy access to larger airports nearby.
🚇 Public Transit
80%
Weight: 20
Excellent public transit system with trams, buses, and metro services.
🚶 Walkability
75%
Weight: 20
City is quite walkable, with pedestrian-friendly areas and good infrastructure.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing services are available, providing convenient transport options.
🚲 Cycling
85%
Weight: 10
Cycling is popular and well-supported, with extensive bike lanes and rental options.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
80%
Weight: 15
Excellent intercity travel options via trains and buses to other major cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
80%
Weight: 10
Numerous rental options for bikes and scooters available throughout the city.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Strong mobile network coverage across the city, ensuring reliable connectivity.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
Generally reliable VPN services available, with good internet infrastructure.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Highly reliable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not as widespread as in other cities.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be bureaucratic, though options for digital nomads are improving.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Tax rates are relatively high, which can be a consideration for freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
85%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
80%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low levels of corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be complex for non-residents, but possible.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Business registration processes can be bureaucratic, though generally straightforward.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
50%
Weight: 35
Limited options for digital nomad visas compared to other countries.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Increasingly becoming more nomad-friendly, but still developing in certain areas.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
60%
Weight: 25
Some events and meetups for digital nomads, but not as frequent as in larger cities.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
65%
Weight: 20
Growing online community presence, with forums and social media groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women, with good support networks.
✊ Racial Tolerance
80%
Weight: 50
Diverse population with a generally tolerant and inclusive atmosphere.