Sandnes, Norway 🇳🇴
#1861
58.983132, 6.394641
Nomad Score:
62%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Higher than average for Norway, but still lower than Oslo. Prices for goods and services can be steep.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
51%
Weight: 80
Moderate prices for rentals, but can be high for short-term stays, especially in popular areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
45%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are above average, with dining out being particularly expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
68%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and reasonably priced, with good coverage in the city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options can be pricey, especially for nightlife and cultural events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Average gym membership costs, with a variety of options available.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
Norwegian Krone is stable, with low inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
Excellent internet speed, with widespread availability of high-speed connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
60%
Weight: 40
A growing number of coworking spaces, but still fewer than larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
72%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65%
Weight: 30
Several cafes cater to remote workers, though not as many as in larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
38%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads, leading to fewer networking opportunities.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Strong emphasis on work-life balance, with ample vacation time and leisure activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
90%
Weight: 15
High environmental standards and a commitment to sustainability.
🧼 Cleanliness
95%
Weight: 10
Very clean city with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
75%
Weight: 30
Most Norwegians speak English well, making communication easy for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, with low pollution levels.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
92%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, with a well-functioning public system.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is mostly publicly funded, but some services can be expensive for non-residents.
🏥 Healthcare
93%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare system with comprehensive coverage.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
30%
Weight: 80
Cold and rainy for much of the year, which may not be appealing to everyone.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, making it a safe place to live.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Plenty of parks and green areas for outdoor activities.
❄️ 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 can be challenging.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums and festivals, though smaller than in major cities.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options, with bars and clubs, but not as vibrant as larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Stunning natural landscapes nearby, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language courses available, but many locals are willing to help.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Various local tours available, though not as extensive as in larger tourist hubs.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Some indoor activities available, but options are limited compared to larger cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
60%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options, but can be pricey; local cuisine is worth trying.
🧠 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 spaces.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
75%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options in restaurants and stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone may not be ideal for all remote workers, especially those in the Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads compared to larger cities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Some remote job opportunities available, but not as abundant as in tech hubs.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Freelancing is growing, but still not a major part of the economy.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces is generally good, but options are limited.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but not as developed as in larger cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
80%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted payment methods, including cards and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto compared to larger tech hubs.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
70%
Weight: 30
Good connectivity with nearby airports, though fewer international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
75%
Weight: 20
Reliable public transit system, making it easy to get around the city.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
Fairly walkable city, though some areas are more pedestrian-friendly than others.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options available, with traditional taxis being more common.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling is popular, with some dedicated bike lanes, but not extensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good intercity travel options via train and bus services.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Some rental options available, but not as widespread as in 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
Very reliable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
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 digital nomads.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
High tax rates can be a burden for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
90%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
95%
Weight: 20
Highly stable political environment with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be straightforward, but may require local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible, but can involve some bureaucracy.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa, but other visa options exist.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Limited resources and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
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
Highly supportive environment for women, with strong gender equality.
✊ Racial Tolerance
85%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and inclusive society, though some challenges exist.