💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to Western Europe, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are affordable but rising due to increased demand, especially in central areas.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer good value; dining out is affordable with many options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
84%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap and efficient, with monthly passes offering great value.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Cinema, theaters, and cultural 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
79%
Weight: 30
Polish Zloty is relatively stable with moderate fluctuations against major currencies.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet is widely available with average speeds around 150-200 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
76%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in the city center catering to freelancers and startups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
81%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi with decent speeds, popular among remote workers.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
74%
Weight: 30
A good number of cafes are welcoming to digital nomads, with power outlets and comfortable seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
59%
Weight: 100
Growing but still emerging as a digital nomad hotspot compared to larger European cities.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
78%
Weight: 30
Polish culture values work-life balance; Gdansk offers a relaxed atmosphere with cultural activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality and efforts to maintain green urban spaces.
🧼 Cleanliness
75%
Weight: 10
City is clean with regular maintenance, especially in tourist and residential areas.
🗨️ Language Barrier
63%
Weight: 30
Polish is the main language; English is commonly spoken in tourist and business areas but less so outside.
💨 Air Quality
69%
Weight: 15
Moderate air quality; occasional smog in winter but generally acceptable.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
74%
Weight: 20
Public and private healthcare facilities offer good standards, though private care is preferred by expats.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western Europe, especially in public clinics.
🏥 Healthcare
77%
Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare with a mix of public and private options; English-speaking doctors available.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
42%
Weight: 80
Temperate climate with cold winters and moderate summers; frequent rain and overcast days reduce score.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
91%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
79%
Weight: 10
Several parks and proximity to the Baltic coast provide ample green and natural areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
53%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread in older buildings; newer offices and hotels are better equipped.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
76%
Weight: 10
Distinct four seasons with snowy winters and warm summers, appealing to those who enjoy seasonal changes.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
83%
Weight: 20
Rich history and vibrant cultural scene with museums, theaters, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
68%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife with bars and clubs, though quieter compared to larger Polish cities like Warsaw or Krakow.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
77%
Weight: 15
Close to beaches, forests, and lakes; good opportunities for hiking and water sports.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and meetups for learning Polish and other languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
74%
Weight: 10
Good variety of historical and cultural tours, including Baltic coast excursions.
🎳 Indoors Fun
69%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, cinemas, and indoor sports facilities provide entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
78%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with traditional Polish cuisine and growing international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
67%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, though not as abundant as in larger metropolitan areas.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
72%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms and fitness centers, including specialized studios.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
75%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of organic and health-focused food stores and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone aligns well with most European and some US working hours.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
68%
Weight: 25
Growing tech and startup community with meetups and events, but still developing.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
61%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; most digital nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
65%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance community supported by coworking spaces and online groups.
🏢 Coworking Quality
74%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities and community events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
67%
Weight: 15
Growing startup ecosystem with increasing investment and incubators.
💳 Local Payment Services
73%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of card payments and mobile apps; some limitations for international cards.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest and adoption; regulatory environment is cautious but improving.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
71%
Weight: 30
Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport offers good connections to major European cities.
🚇 Public Transit
80%
Weight: 20
Efficient tram and bus network covering the city and suburbs.
🚶 Walkability
78%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets and good sidewalks.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Uber and Bolt operate reliably, though less prevalent than in larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
73%
Weight: 10
Growing cycling infrastructure with bike lanes and rental options.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
76%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other Polish cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
69%
Weight: 10
Electric scooter and bike rentals available but limited compared to bigger cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
82%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and expanding 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
83%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
71%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many cafes and some public areas, but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
64%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa required for many; process is straightforward but can be bureaucratic.
📊 Tax Friendliness
58%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; not especially favorable for freelancers or digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
79%
Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech with some political tensions.
🏛️ Political Stability
67%
Weight: 20
Stable but with occasional political polarization and protests.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
62%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be time-consuming.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Process is bureaucratic but manageable with proper guidance.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
67%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with growing infrastructure but lacks dedicated nomad services.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
59%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events but limited compared to major nomad hubs.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
63%
Weight: 20
Small but active online groups for digital nomads in Gdansk.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
81%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates in most areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
74%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming for women; some cultural conservatism but generally progressive.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Improving but occasional incidents of intolerance; diverse communities are growing.