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Zwolle, Netherlands 🇳🇱
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Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
52%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to larger Dutch cities like Amsterdam; more affordable but still above average for the Netherlands.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
48%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but rising due to demand; smaller city means fewer options but generally more affordable than major urban centers.
🍎 Food & Groceries
65%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are reasonably priced, with good access to supermarkets and local markets.
🚌 Transportation Cost
71%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and affordable; cycling is common and free, reducing overall transport expenses.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
57%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but limited compared to larger cities; prices are moderate.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
63%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced with several local fitness centers.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
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 reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
60%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but fewer than in major Dutch cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
74%
Weight: 30
Good number of cafes offering free WiFi, suitable for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
62%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to digital nomads but not a large established scene.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; more popular among locals and students.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
89%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
87%
Weight: 30
Strong Dutch work-life balance culture with reasonable working hours and good social support.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air and water quality; green initiatives are common.
🧼 Cleanliness
90%
Weight: 10
City is well-maintained and clean, typical of Dutch urban areas.
🗨️ Language Barrier
78%
Weight: 30
Most locals speak English well, reducing language barriers for nomads.
💨 Air Quality
83%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with low pollution levels.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
78%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family-oriented amenities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
94%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with excellent facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is good but can be expensive without insurance; mandatory health insurance required.
🏥 Healthcare
92%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services accessible to residents and expats.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Temperate maritime climate with frequent rain and overcast skies; mild summers but often cloudy.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
97%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters; well-protected from flooding by dikes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
79%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
23%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon in homes and public places due to mild climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons but mild; winters are cool and summers moderate.
🔊 Noise Pollution
76%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet city with low noise pollution outside main roads.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
72%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with historic sites, museums, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger cities; more relaxed evening scene.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
76%
Weight: 15
Good access to nature reserves, cycling routes, and nearby countryside.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
68%
Weight: 10
Language schools available; locals often open to language exchange.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences but not heavily tourist-focused.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; cinemas, museums, and cafes available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
67%
Weight: 25
Good variety of Dutch and international cuisine; local markets offer fresh produce.
🧠 Yoga Studios
61%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios and wellness centers in the city.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
64%
Weight: 15
Adequate gyms and sports clubs available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of organic and health-focused food stores and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone suitable for European and some American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
50%
Weight: 25
Limited compared to major hubs; some local business and expat networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
42%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most remote jobs come from outside the city.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
48%
Weight: 20
Freelance community exists but is not very large or active.
🏢 Coworking Quality
63%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are modern and well-equipped but limited in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
45%
Weight: 15
Startup activity is modest; more vibrant scenes are in Amsterdam and Eindhoven.
💳 Local Payment Services
86%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of contactless payments and mobile banking apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but still niche; limited local infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
52%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Amsterdam Schiphol (~1.5 hours away); local airport has limited flights.
🚇 Public Transit
78%
Weight: 20
Efficient bus and train connections within city and to other Dutch cities.
🚶 Walkability
74%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing options available but less common than taxis and bikes.
🚲 Cycling
95%
Weight: 10
Excellent cycling infrastructure; biking is a primary mode of transport.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
83%
Weight: 15
Frequent and fast train connections to major Dutch cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
79%
Weight: 10
Bike rental widely available; electric scooter rentals less common but growing.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
87%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
94%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces and cafes but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
55%
Weight: 40
Standard Dutch visa procedures apply; no specific digital nomad visa as of mid-2025.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax rates are relatively high; complex tax system for freelancers and expats.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
98%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
96%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
62%
Weight: 15
Possible for expats but requires documentation; process can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with online options available.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in the Netherlands as of June 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
58%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly to nomads but lacks dedicated infrastructure and community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
40%
Weight: 25
Few nomad-specific events; more general expat and tech meetups available.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
53%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for Zwolle digital nomads compared to larger cities.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
93%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
87%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and inclusive environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; generally welcoming but occasional issues like in many European cities.