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Rotterdam, Netherlands 🇳🇱
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Nomad Score:
69%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
41%
Weight: 150
Rotterdam is moderately expensive compared to global standards, with costs higher than many cities but lower than Amsterdam.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
37%
Weight: 80
Housing prices and rents are high, especially for central locations, though slightly more affordable than Amsterdam.
🍎 Food & Groceries
52%
Weight: 40
Food prices are moderate; groceries are reasonably priced with many affordable options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
68%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and fairly priced; monthly passes are affordable for frequent travelers.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are diverse but can be pricey, especially in popular venues.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced with many options available.
💱 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 is widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
84%
Weight: 40
Numerous coworking spaces catering to freelancers and startups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
80%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi and comfortable work environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
75%
Weight: 30
Good selection of cafes popular among digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
62%
Weight: 100
Growing but still less popular than Amsterdam or other major hubs.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
94%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
88%
Weight: 30
Dutch culture strongly supports work-life balance with reasonable working hours.
🌳 Environmental Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Good air and water quality with active sustainability initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
85%
Weight: 10
City is clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
87%
Weight: 30
Most locals speak English fluently, minimizing language barriers.
💨 Air Quality
73%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, though occasional pollution from traffic.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good schools and family amenities, though city life can be busy.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with excellent facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is high quality but can be costly without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
85%
Weight: 20
Accessible and efficient healthcare services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
32%
Weight: 80
Mild but often rainy and cloudy; lacks consistent sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
21%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon in homes and offices due to mild summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but winters are mild and summers cool.
🔊 Noise Pollution
62%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels, higher near busy roads and nightlife areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
83%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, galleries, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
70%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65%
Weight: 15
Access to nearby nature reserves and waterways.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
74%
Weight: 10
Many language schools and informal opportunities to learn Dutch.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
71%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
76%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor activities are plentiful.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
80%
Weight: 25
Diverse culinary options including international and local cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
72%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available with varied styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
75%
Weight: 15
Good range of fitness centers and sports clubs.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
81%
Weight: 15
Many organic and health-focused food stores and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is favorable for working with Europe and parts of the Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
79%
Weight: 25
Active startup and freelancer communities with frequent events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
67%
Weight: 20
Moderate availability of remote jobs, mainly in tech and creative sectors.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
74%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance market supported by coworking spaces and events.
🏢 Coworking Quality
83%
Weight: 30
Modern, well-equipped coworking spaces with good amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
76%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with increasing investment.
💳 Local Payment Services
85%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of contactless payments and mobile banking.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption with some local startups and events.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
73%
Weight: 30
Close to Rotterdam The Hague Airport and well connected to Amsterdam Schiphol.
🚇 Public Transit
87%
Weight: 20
Efficient tram, bus, and metro network within the city.
🚶 Walkability
84%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
79%
Weight: 15
Popular ride-sharing apps widely available.
🚲 Cycling
92%
Weight: 10
Excellent cycling infrastructure and culture.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
86%
Weight: 15
Frequent and fast train connections to other Dutch cities and Europe.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
87%
Weight: 10
Many bike and e-scooter rental services available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
90%
Weight: 20
Strong and reliable 4G/5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
95%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
93%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
74%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many public spaces but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
55%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa rules apply; no specific digital nomad visa as of mid-2025.
📊 Tax Friendliness
58%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some benefits for entrepreneurs but overall tax burden is average.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
98%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
96%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
67%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires local registration and documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
75%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with online options.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
71%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming to nomads but lacks some specific infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
63%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events but less frequent than in larger hubs.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
68%
Weight: 20
Moderate online presence with active social media groups.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
89%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe urban environment.
♀️ Female Friendly
87%
Weight: 50
Safe and inclusive environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
79%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with ongoing efforts for inclusion.