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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Szczecin is quite affordable compared to Western European cities, with low prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
75%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, especially for long-term stays, with many options in and around the city center.
🍎 Food & Groceries
79%
Weight: 40
Groceries and eating out are affordable with a good variety of local and international options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
83%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap and efficient, with monthly passes available at low cost.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Cinema, theaters, and other entertainment venues offer affordable prices.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
76%
Weight: 10
Gyms are reasonably priced, with many budget-friendly options.
💱 Currency Stability
87%
Weight: 30
Polish Zloty is relatively stable with low volatility against major currencies.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
85%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet is widely available with speeds averaging 100-300 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
64%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but the market is smaller compared to bigger Polish cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi and comfortable seating suitable for work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
69%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but the scene is still developing.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
42%
Weight: 100
Szczecin is not yet a well-known destination among digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
83%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain prepaid SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
77%
Weight: 30
Polish work culture supports a balanced lifestyle with reasonable working hours.
🌳 Environmental Quality
71%
Weight: 15
Moderate pollution levels with ongoing improvements in green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
73%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean with regular maintenance of public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
56%
Weight: 30
Polish is the main language; English is spoken by younger people but limited outside tourist areas.
💨 Air Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Air quality is acceptable but can worsen in winter due to heating emissions.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
71%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks; suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
79%
Weight: 20
Public and private healthcare facilities provide good quality services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
84%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western Europe, especially in public clinics.
🏥 Healthcare
80%
Weight: 20
Accessible and reliable healthcare system with both public and private options.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
41%
Weight: 80
Temperate climate with cold winters and moderate summers; frequent rain and overcast days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
89%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within the city and nearby natural reserves.
❄️ Air Conditioning
43%
Weight: 15
Limited air conditioning in many buildings due to cooler climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
72%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter residential areas available.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
76%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with museums, theaters, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
63%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife scene with bars and clubs, but less vibrant than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Close to forests, lakes, and the Baltic coast for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
67%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and informal groups for learning Polish and other languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
69%
Weight: 10
Good range of historical and cultural tours, though less tourist-focused.
🎳 Indoors Fun
65%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, cinemas, and indoor sports facilities available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options including traditional Polish and international cuisines.
🧠 Yoga Studios
61%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios exist but not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
73%
Weight: 15
Growing number of health-conscious cafes and organic food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is convenient for working with most European and some American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
62%
Weight: 25
Limited but growing tech and startup meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
58%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from international companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
60%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is emerging but not yet large.
🏢 Coworking Quality
65%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but fewer amenities compared to major hubs.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
59%
Weight: 15
Small but developing startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
74%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local and international payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
57%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest with some local crypto communities.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
53%
Weight: 30
Szczecin-Goleniów Airport offers limited international flights; better connectivity via nearby Berlin or Warsaw airports.
🚇 Public Transit
79%
Weight: 20
Efficient tram and bus network covering most of the city.
🚶 Walkability
76%
Weight: 20
City center is compact and walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
71%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing apps operate reliably.
🚲 Cycling
73%
Weight: 10
Growing cycling infrastructure with bike lanes and rental options.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other Polish cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Electric scooter and bike rentals available but limited coverage.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
81%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage citywide with expanding 5G availability.
🔒 VPN Reliability
86%
Weight: 20
VPN services work well with no significant restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
84%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
67%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
63%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa required for many; Poland has moderate visa policies for EU and some non-EU nationals.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Tax rates are moderate but bureaucracy can be complex for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
78%
Weight: 15
Generally free with some political sensitivities.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Stable but occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
61%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires paperwork and local address.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
64%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; process improving but still involves multiple steps.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of mid-2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
59%
Weight: 50
Developing infrastructure for nomads but still limited compared to major hubs.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
48%
Weight: 25
Few organized nomad events; community is small.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
52%
Weight: 20
Limited online groups focused on Szczecin digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
79%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
74%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some challenges for minorities but improving.