Zwolle, Netherlands 🇳🇱
#964
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Nomad Score:
64%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Moderately expensive compared to global standards; cheaper than Amsterdam but still high for many digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are relatively high, especially for furnished short-term rentals favored by nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
55%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are moderately priced; local markets offer affordable fresh produce.
🚌 Transportation Cost
67%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and reasonably priced; cycling is free and popular.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but can be pricey compared to smaller Dutch towns.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Average gym membership costs align with national averages; multiple options available.
💱 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 consistent reliability.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
73%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist, though fewer than in larger Dutch cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi with good connectivity.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
69%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not a large dedicated scene.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
41%
Weight: 100
Not a major hotspot for digital nomads, more popular among locals and students.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
87%
Weight: 30
Dutch culture promotes a healthy work-life balance with reasonable working hours.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air and water quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
90%
Weight: 10
City is well-maintained and clean.
🗨️ Language Barrier
84%
Weight: 30
Most locals speak English fluently, minimizing language barriers.
💨 Air Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, occasional pollution from traffic.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks; safe environment for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
93%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with excellent facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
62%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is good but can be expensive without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
90%
Weight: 20
Accessible and efficient healthcare services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Temperate maritime climate with frequent rain and overcast skies; mild summers but often cloudy.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
88%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
24%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon in homes and public places due to mild climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild; winters are cold but not extreme.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet city with low noise pollution levels.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich Dutch cultural heritage with museums, theaters, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
52%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with bars and pubs but limited compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
70%
Weight: 15
Close to countryside and waterways, good for cycling and walking.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
68%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and informal groups for Dutch and other languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
63%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences available but limited scale.
🎳 Indoors Fun
60%
Weight: 10
Museums, cinemas, and cultural venues provide indoor entertainment.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
67%
Weight: 25
Good variety of Dutch and international cuisine, though not very diverse.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available catering to different styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms, sports clubs, and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
72%
Weight: 15
Organic markets and health food stores are accessible.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is favorable for working with most European and some American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
60%
Weight: 25
Some professional and expat networking events but limited compared to major hubs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Local job market is moderate; many remote jobs come from larger cities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
58%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but not highly developed locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
71%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are modern and well-equipped.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Limited startup activity compared to Amsterdam or Rotterdam.
💳 Local Payment Services
83%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted digital payment methods and contactless payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest and adoption; some local meetups and services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
54%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Amsterdam Schiphol (~1.5 hours away); Zwolle itself has no major airport.
🚇 Public Transit
78%
Weight: 20
Good local and regional train and bus connections.
🚶 Walkability
76%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
65%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing available but less prevalent than in larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
94%
Weight: 10
Excellent cycling infrastructure and culture.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
80%
Weight: 15
Frequent trains connect Zwolle to major Dutch cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
72%
Weight: 10
Bike rental widely available; electric scooter rentals less common.
📡 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
95%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public spaces but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa rules apply; no specific digital nomad visa; moderate bureaucracy.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
High taxes for freelancers and remote workers; complex tax system.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
97%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
94%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Requires residency or local address; some banks offer remote options.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; straightforward for EU citizens.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks dedicated nomad infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
40%
Weight: 25
Few nomad-specific events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
52%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for nomads specifically in Zwolle.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
91%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
88%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some issues but generally inclusive.