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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
21%
Weight: 150
Bergen is one of the more expensive cities in Europe, with high prices for daily expenses and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
18%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are high, especially for central locations; limited budget options for digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
25%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are costly compared to many other European cities.
🚌 Transportation Cost
43%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient but relatively expensive; monthly passes are moderately priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
30%
Weight: 15
Entertainment venues and activities tend to be pricey, reflecting Norway's high cost of living.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
40%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately expensive but facilities are generally high quality.
💱 Currency Stability
92%
Weight: 30
Norwegian Krone is stable with low inflation and strong economic fundamentals.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet is widely available with reliable connectivity.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
65%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but fewer than in larger European hubs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
69%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not as widespread as in major nomad cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Bergen is not a major digital nomad hotspot due to cost and weather.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
90%
Weight: 30
Strong emphasis on work-life balance and social welfare.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air and water quality, surrounded by nature.
🧼 Cleanliness
91%
Weight: 10
City is very clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
75%
Weight: 30
Most locals speak English well, but Norwegian is dominant.
💨 Air Quality
83%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with low pollution levels.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
80%
Weight: 25
Good facilities and environment for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
95%
Weight: 20
High-quality universal healthcare system.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is publicly funded but some costs can be high for non-residents.
🏥 Healthcare
93%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare infrastructure and services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
12%
Weight: 80
Cold, wet, and often overcast with many rainy days, not ideal for those seeking sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
88%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional storms but generally safe.
🏞️ Green Spaces
87%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and access to natural landscapes.
❄️ Air Conditioning
30%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon due to cool climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and mild summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
88%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution, peaceful urban environment.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with museums, music, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
96%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to fjords, hiking, and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
62%
Weight: 10
Norwegian language classes available but not widespread.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
80%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours focusing on nature and culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Museums and cultural venues available but limited compared to larger cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Focus on seafood and local cuisine; fewer international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
58%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios but not abundant.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Good quality gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Healthy options available but expensive.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone, convenient for European and some US clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
50%
Weight: 25
Limited compared to major startup hubs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
42%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from outside Norway.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
48%
Weight: 20
Growing but still limited freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
67%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are modern and well-equipped.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
55%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene but smaller scale.
💳 Local Payment Services
79%
Weight: 10
Advanced digital payment infrastructure widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; regulatory environment cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
63%
Weight: 30
Bergen Airport offers good connections to Europe but limited intercontinental flights.
🚇 Public Transit
72%
Weight: 20
Reliable buses and light rail within the city.
🚶 Walkability
78%
Weight: 20
Compact city center is walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Available but less prevalent than taxis.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Hilly terrain and weather limit cycling popularity.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good train and ferry connections to other parts of Norway.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of electric scooters and bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Excellent 4G and growing 5G coverage.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
95%
Weight: 15
Very stable and reliable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Norway has strict visa requirements; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex tax system for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
98%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
97%
Weight: 20
Very stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Challenging for non-residents; requires documentation and local address.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Moderately straightforward but bureaucratic.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for nomads in Bergen.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
96%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
90%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and inclusive for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some challenges for minorities.