Haugesund, Norway 🇳🇴
#544
59.413807, 5.268124
Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Higher than average for Norway, but still lower than Oslo and Bergen.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
51%
Weight: 80
Moderate prices for rentals, but can be high for short-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
45%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are relatively high, typical for Norway, but dining out can vary.
🚌 Transportation Cost
63%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and reasonably priced, with good coverage.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Average prices for entertainment options, with some higher-end venues.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
67%
Weight: 10
Affordable gym memberships compared to other Norwegian cities.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
Norwegian Krone is stable, with low inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
88%
Weight: 100
Excellent internet speed, with widespread fiber-optic access.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
55%
Weight: 40
A few coworking spaces available, but not as many as larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, creating a conducive environment for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes cater to remote workers, though options are limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads, leading to fewer community events.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Strong emphasis on work-life balance, with a culture that values leisure time.
🌳 Environmental Quality
90%
Weight: 15
High environmental standards and a commitment to sustainability.
🧼 Cleanliness
95%
Weight: 10
Very clean city with strict waste management and public cleanliness standards.
🗨️ Language Barrier
75%
Weight: 30
Most Norwegians speak English well, reducing language barriers.
💨 Air Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, with low pollution levels.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system, consistently ranked among the best.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is funded through taxes, making it affordable for residents.
🏥 Healthcare
88%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services available, with a focus on preventive care.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
30%
Weight: 80
Cold and rainy climate, particularly in winter months, may not appeal to everyone.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, with a stable geological environment.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Good access to parks and natural areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
35%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common due to the cooler climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons, but long winters may limit outdoor activities.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with local festivals and events, but less diverse than larger cities.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options, with a few bars and clubs, but not vibrant.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Stunning natural landscapes and outdoor activities available year-round.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for learning Norwegian, mainly due to the small population.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but fewer options compared to larger tourist cities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, primarily focused on local culture.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Decent food scene with local specialties, but not as diverse as larger cities.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, catering to different styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good variety of fitness facilities, including gyms and outdoor activities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options, especially in cafes.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Central European Time can be challenging for remote work with global teams.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads due to small community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Some remote job opportunities, but not as abundant as in larger cities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance ecosystem, but still developing compared to major hubs.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces is decent, but options are limited.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
45%
Weight: 15
Small startup scene with limited resources and networking opportunities.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local payment services, including mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest in blockchain and crypto, but not a major focus.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Decent airport connectivity, but limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
75%
Weight: 20
Reliable public transit system, making it easy to navigate the city.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Walkable city with pedestrian-friendly areas, though some parts are hilly.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options available, with traditional taxis being more common.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible, but infrastructure is not as developed as in larger cities.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Good intercity travel options via bus and train, though not extensive.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter and bike rentals compared to larger cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available, with good internet infrastructure.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Highly reliable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be bureaucratic, but options are available for longer stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
High tax rates can be a burden for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
80%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
90%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low corruption levels.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Relatively straightforward process, but may require local residency.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate ease of business registration, with some bureaucratic hurdles.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa, making it less appealing for long-term stays.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited resources and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few events and meetups for digital nomads, leading to a lack of community.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads in Haugesund.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
90%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
85%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women, with strong gender equality.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, though diversity is limited.