Nomad Score: 70%

💰 Cost & Affordability

💸 Cost of Living
67% Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to larger Dutch cities, but still higher than many European cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
62% Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, but can be high for central locations.
🍎 Food & Groceries
70% Weight: 40
Grocery prices are average for the Netherlands, with a good variety of options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
75% Weight: 20
Public transport is well-priced and efficient, with good connectivity.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60% Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available, but prices can vary widely.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
78% Weight: 10
Affordable gym memberships with a variety of facilities.
💱 Currency Stability
95% Weight: 30
The Euro is stable and widely accepted, providing a reliable currency environment.

💻 Digital Nomad Essentials

🚀 Internet Speed
85% Weight: 100
High-speed internet is widely available, making it suitable for remote work.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
72% Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces available, though not as many as in larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
80% Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, creating a conducive environment for working.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
75% Weight: 30
A good selection of cafes that cater to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
50% Weight: 100
Not a major hub for digital nomads, but growing interest.

🌟 Quality of Life

⚖️ Work-Life Balance
83% Weight: 30
The Dutch culture promotes a healthy work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
80% Weight: 15
Good environmental policies in place, with a focus on sustainability.
🧼 Cleanliness
85% Weight: 10
Generally clean city with regular maintenance and waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
80% Weight: 30
Most locals speak English well, reducing language barriers.
💨 Air Quality
75% Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, though urban areas can experience pollution.

🏥 Healthcare

🏥 Healthcare Quality
90% Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with excellent facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65% Weight: 25
Healthcare is good but can be expensive without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
90% Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services available to residents.

🌿 Climate & Environment

☀️ Weather
45% Weight: 80
Cool and rainy weather can be a downside for some.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90% Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, making it a safe place to live.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75% Weight: 10
Good availability of parks and green areas for relaxation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50% Weight: 15
Air conditioning is less common, but necessary during heatwaves.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60% Weight: 10
Experiences all four seasons, but winters can be quite dreary.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
70% Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, galleries, and local events.
🌃 Nightlife
65% Weight: 15
Decent nightlife options, though not as vibrant as larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
70% Weight: 15
Access to nature and outdoor activities, though limited compared to rural areas.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60% Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Dutch, but less emphasis on language schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65% Weight: 10
Local tours available, but fewer options compared to major tourist cities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
60% Weight: 10
Some indoor activities available, but options are limited.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
70% Weight: 25
Diverse food options, with a growing number of international cuisines.
🧠 Yoga Studios
75% Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, catering to different styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
78% Weight: 15
Good variety of fitness facilities and classes available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
72% Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options in restaurants and stores.

💼 Work Environment

🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65% Weight: 20
CET time zone can be challenging for some remote workers.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
60% Weight: 25
Some networking events, but not as many as in larger cities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55% Weight: 20
Limited remote job opportunities compared to larger tech hubs.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
50% Weight: 20
Growing freelance community, but still developing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
70% Weight: 30
Quality coworking spaces available, though options are limited.

📈 Business & Economy

🚀 Startup Scene
55% Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but not as robust as in larger cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
80% Weight: 10
Widely accepted payment methods, including contactless options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40% Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.

🚆 Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
65% Weight: 30
Good connectivity to major airports, but not as extensive as larger cities.
🚇 Public Transit
80% Weight: 20
Efficient public transit system with good coverage.
🚶 Walkability
75% Weight: 20
City is quite walkable, with pedestrian-friendly areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60% Weight: 15
Ride-sharing services available, but not as popular.
🚲 Cycling
85% Weight: 10
Excellent cycling infrastructure, making it easy to get around.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
75% Weight: 15
Good train connections to other cities in the Netherlands.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
70% Weight: 10
Rental options available for bikes and scooters.

📡 Connectivity

📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80% Weight: 20
Strong mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85% Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available, ensuring secure connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90% Weight: 15
Stable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65% Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.

⚖️ Legal & Administrative

🛂 Visa Ease
60% Weight: 40
Visa processes can be bureaucratic, but options are available.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50% Weight: 30
Tax rates are relatively high, which can be a downside for freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
90% 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
70% Weight: 15
Relatively straightforward process for opening a bank account.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65% Weight: 10
Business registration is manageable, though some bureaucracy exists.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
50% Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa, but options for freelancers exist.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
60% Weight: 50
Growing community but not yet a major destination for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
55% Weight: 25
Limited events and meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
50% Weight: 20
Online communities are present but not very active.

🛡️ Safety & Tolerance

🛡️ Safety
90% Weight: 100
Generally a very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
85% Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
80% Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and inclusive community.