Bodø, Norway 🇳🇴
#543
67.309478, 13.915441
Nomad Score:
61%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
45%
Weight: 150
Higher than average for Norway, but still manageable compared to Oslo or Bergen.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
52%
Weight: 80
Moderate prices for rentals, though still on the higher side for a small city.
🍎 Food & Groceries
48%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are relatively high, but dining out can be more affordable than in larger cities.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and reasonably priced, but limited compared to larger cities.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
55%
Weight: 15
Costs for entertainment are moderate, with options for both free and paid activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
68%
Weight: 10
Affordable gym memberships available, with a variety of fitness options.
💱 Currency Stability
90%
Weight: 30
Norwegian Krone is stable, providing a reliable currency for transactions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
85%
Weight: 100
High-speed internet is widely available, making it suitable for remote work.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
50%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces, but a few options exist for remote workers.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, creating good spots for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65%
Weight: 30
A decent number of cafes cater to digital nomads, though not as many as larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known hub for digital nomads, but growing interest in remote work.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Strong emphasis on work-life balance, with a relaxed lifestyle.
🌳 Environmental Quality
92%
Weight: 15
High environmental quality with clean air and beautiful natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
90%
Weight: 10
Very clean city with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
75%
Weight: 30
Most Norwegians speak English well, but some may struggle in rural areas.
💨 Air Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality, thanks to low pollution levels.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system, accessible to residents and visitors.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable, but costs can add up without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
85%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system within Norway, with good access to services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
30%
Weight: 80
Cold and often rainy, especially in winter months, which may deter some.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, making it a safe place to live.
🏞️ Green Spaces
80%
Weight: 10
Plenty of parks and natural areas for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
20%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is rarely needed due to the cooler climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons, but long winters can be challenging for some.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
60%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage, but fewer events compared to larger cities.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options, primarily focused on local bars and restaurants.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
95%
Weight: 15
Stunning natural landscapes and outdoor activities available year-round.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language classes, but opportunities to learn through immersion.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, focusing on nature and culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, mostly focused on local attractions.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Growing food scene with a mix of traditional and modern cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, but not as many as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good variety of fitness facilities, including gyms and outdoor options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options in restaurants and stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone, which is favorable for many remote workers.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities compared to larger cities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Some remote job opportunities, but not a major hub for tech jobs.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance ecosystem, but still developing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
55%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces is decent, but options are limited.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Limited startup scene, with few resources for entrepreneurs.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local payment services, including mobile options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35%
Weight: 15
Low adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies in the local economy.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Bodø Airport offers limited international flights, primarily domestic.
🚇 Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Public transit is reliable, but not extensive.
🚶 Walkability
75%
Weight: 20
City is quite walkable, with many amenities within walking distance.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
30%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options available.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible, with some bike lanes, but not extensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Some intercity travel options available, but limited compared to larger cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited options for scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available, ensuring secure connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Very reliable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Some public WiFi available, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa processes are generally straightforward for EU citizens; more complex for others.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
High tax rates can be a burden for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
85%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
90%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Relatively easy to open a bank account, but may require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward, but can be bureaucratic.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available; standard visa options apply.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Not particularly known for being nomad-friendly, but has potential.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
95%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
90%
Weight: 50
Strong support for gender equality and women's rights.
✊ Racial Tolerance
80%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, though some challenges exist.