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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to Western Europe, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
68%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are affordable but rising due to increasing demand, especially in the city center.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer good prices; dining out is affordable with diverse options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap and efficient, with monthly passes offering great value.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Cinema, theaters, and events are reasonably priced, making entertainment accessible.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
73%
Weight: 10
Monthly gym fees are affordable, with many modern facilities available.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
Polish Zloty is relatively stable with low inflation compared to emerging markets.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet is widely available with speeds often exceeding 100 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
79%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in the city center catering to freelancers and startups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
83%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free and reliable WiFi, popular among remote workers.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
78%
Weight: 30
A growing number of cafes provide comfortable work environments and power outlets.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
62%
Weight: 100
Emerging destination for digital nomads but less popular than larger Polish cities like Warsaw or Krakow.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Good balance with cultural activities and leisure options widely available.
🌳 Environmental Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Moderate air quality with ongoing improvements; proximity to the Baltic Sea enhances environment.
🧼 Cleanliness
79%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
61%
Weight: 30
Polish is dominant; English is widely spoken among younger population and in service sectors.
💨 Air Quality
65%
Weight: 15
Seasonal pollution issues in winter but generally acceptable air quality in summer.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks, but limited international schooling options.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
78%
Weight: 20
Good quality healthcare facilities, especially private clinics preferred by expats.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
82%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to Western Europe.
🏥 Healthcare
79%
Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare with a mix of public and private providers.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
52%
Weight: 80
Temperate climate with cold winters and moderate summers; some rainy days in summer.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
91%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
77%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within the city and nearby coastal nature reserves.
❄️ Air Conditioning
55%
Weight: 15
Limited air conditioning in older buildings; newer offices and cafes generally equipped.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons with snowy winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
68%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels, quieter in residential areas but some busy streets.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
84%
Weight: 20
Rich history and vibrant cultural scene including museums, theaters, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
71%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music, though quieter than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Close to Baltic Sea beaches and forests, offering good outdoor recreational opportunities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and meetups for learning Polish and other languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
76%
Weight: 10
Good availability of historical tours, Baltic coast excursions, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
72%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, cinemas, and indoor sports facilities available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
79%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options from traditional Polish to international cuisines.
🧠 Yoga Studios
73%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios offering classes in English and Polish.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
75%
Weight: 15
Wide range of gyms, fitness centers, and sports clubs.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
76%
Weight: 15
Growing availability of organic markets, vegan and vegetarian restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Central European Time (CET) aligns well with most European and some US working hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
70%
Weight: 25
Active startup and tech communities with regular meetups and events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
65%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most opportunities come from international companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
68%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community supported by coworking spaces and online platforms.
🏢 Coworking Quality
77%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities and networking events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
71%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with increasing investment and support.
💳 Local Payment Services
74%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of mobile payments and contactless cards; local apps gaining popularity.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption with some local startups and crypto-friendly services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
75%
Weight: 30
Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport offers good connections to major European hubs.
🚇 Public Transit
81%
Weight: 20
Efficient tram and bus network covering the city and suburbs.
🚶 Walkability
79%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
76%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing apps widely available and affordable.
🚲 Cycling
73%
Weight: 10
Growing cycling infrastructure with bike lanes and rental services.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
78%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other Polish cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
70%
Weight: 10
Electric scooter and bike rentals available but less widespread than in larger cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
84%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and expanding 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
86%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
83%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
74%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many cafes, libraries, and public spaces.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
67%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa required for many; process is straightforward but can be bureaucratic.
📊 Tax Friendliness
63%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some complexity in tax system for freelancers and foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
79%
Weight: 15
Generally respected with some political tensions but no major restrictions.
🏛️ Political Stability
71%
Weight: 20
Stable government but occasional political polarization.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and in-person visits.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
68%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward with online options but some bureaucratic hurdles.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of mid-2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
69%
Weight: 50
Friendly environment but limited official support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
62%
Weight: 25
Occasional meetups and events, mostly organized by coworking spaces.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
67%
Weight: 20
Moderate online presence with active Facebook groups and forums.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
80%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates in most areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
74%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming for women, with growing support networks.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Improving but occasional incidents of intolerance reported.