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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
21%
Weight: 150
Norway is generally expensive; Drammen is slightly cheaper than Oslo but still costly for most digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
23%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are high compared to global standards, with limited budget options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
30%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are expensive, reflecting Norway's high cost of living.
🚌 Transportation Cost
55%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient but fares are moderately high; good connectivity within the region.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
32%
Weight: 15
Entertainment venues and activities tend to be pricey.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
40%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately expensive but facilities are generally high quality.
💱 Currency Stability
91%
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 widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
64%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but fewer than in larger Norwegian cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Good number of cafes offering free WiFi, suitable for working.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
60%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not a large established scene.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Drammen is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot compared to bigger cities.
📱 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
Norway is renowned for excellent work-life balance and labor protections.
🌳 Environmental Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Clean air, low pollution, and strong environmental policies.
🧼 Cleanliness
97%
Weight: 10
Very clean city with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
72%
Weight: 30
Most locals speak English well, but Norwegian is dominant.
💨 Air Quality
96%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low pollution and green surroundings.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
85%
Weight: 25
Good facilities and services for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
93%
Weight: 20
High-quality public healthcare system.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is subsidized but still relatively costly for foreigners without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
90%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services with easy access.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
20%
Weight: 80
Cold climate with long winters and frequent rain; limited sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
88%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and natural areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
10%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is rare due to cool climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and mild summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
85%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution; quiet residential areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich Norwegian culture with local festivals and museums.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
94%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to fjords, hiking, and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Norwegian language courses available but limited compared to major cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local cultural and nature tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate options for indoor entertainment like cinemas and museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Focus on local seafood and Nordic cuisine; fewer international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
Some yoga studios available but not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Decent gyms and fitness centers present.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of fresh and organic produce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone suitable for working with Europe and parts of Africa.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
55%
Weight: 25
Limited compared to Oslo; smaller professional community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Norway has a growing remote work culture but limited local remote job market.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
50%
Weight: 20
Freelancing is present but not as developed as in larger hubs.
🏢 Coworking Quality
65%
Weight: 30
Good quality coworking spaces but fewer in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Limited startup activity compared to Oslo and Bergen.
💳 Local Payment Services
80%
Weight: 10
Modern and efficient digital payment systems widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest and adoption but not a major hub.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
50%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Oslo Gardermoen, about 45 minutes away.
🚇 Public Transit
70%
Weight: 20
Reliable local buses and trains with good regional connections.
🚶 Walkability
75%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Uber is not available; local taxi apps exist but limited ride-sharing.
🚲 Cycling
70%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure but weather can be a limiting factor.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
75%
Weight: 15
Efficient train and bus services to Oslo and other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Limited electric scooter rentals; some bike rental options.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Excellent 4G/5G coverage throughout the city and surroundings.
🔒 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
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Norway has strict visa requirements; no specific digital nomad visa as of 2025.
📊 Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
High tax rates; complex tax system for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
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
Straightforward but bureaucratic process with some language barriers.
📄✈️ 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
30%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups specifically for nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
45%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Drammen.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
98%
Weight: 100
Extremely safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
90%
Weight: 50
Norway is very gender-equal and safe for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but occasional challenges for minorities.