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Évora, Portugal 🇵🇹
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Nomad Score: 67%

💰 Cost & Affordability

💸 Cost of Living
71% Weight: 150
Évora offers a relatively low cost of living compared to larger Portuguese cities like Lisbon or Porto, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
75% Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate, with many affordable options in the historic center and outskirts.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78% Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets provide fresh produce at reasonable prices; dining out is affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
64% Weight: 20
Limited public transport options within the city, but costs are low; reliance on walking or cycling is common.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
69% Weight: 15
Cultural events and local entertainment are generally inexpensive, though nightlife options are limited.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65% Weight: 10
Gyms are available with affordable monthly fees, though fewer specialized fitness centers compared to bigger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
92% Weight: 30
Euro currency provides strong stability and low volatility.

💻 Digital Nomad Essentials

🚀 Internet Speed
73% Weight: 100
Good broadband speeds available, especially in central areas, though some outskirts may have slower connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
41% Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; a few small shared offices exist but options are scarce compared to larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
67% Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, but quality and speed can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
58% Weight: 30
Some cafes are welcoming to remote workers, but the scene is still developing.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32% Weight: 100
Évora is not yet a popular destination for digital nomads, with most preferring Lisbon or Porto.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
84% Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.

🌟 Quality of Life

⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80% Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with a strong emphasis on cultural and leisure activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
84% Weight: 15
Good air quality and low pollution levels due to small city size and green surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
79% Weight: 10
Generally clean streets and public areas, maintained well by local authorities.
🗨️ Language Barrier
53% Weight: 30
Portuguese is dominant; English is spoken in tourist areas but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
87% Weight: 15
Low pollution levels and good air quality due to limited industrial activity.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Friendly
70% Weight: 25
Quiet city with good schools and parks, suitable for families.

🏥 Healthcare

🏥 Healthcare Quality
76% Weight: 20
Basic healthcare facilities are available; for specialized care, travel to larger cities is common.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
83% Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable; private options are moderately priced.
🏥 Healthcare
78% Weight: 20
Adequate healthcare services for routine needs; emergency services are reliable.

🌿 Climate & Environment

☀️ Weather
89% Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters, mostly sunny days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
74% Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional droughts and heatwaves possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
72% Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60% Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in newer buildings but less so in historic homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
68% Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and mild winters, limited extreme weather.
🔊 Noise Pollution
79% Weight: 10
Low noise levels due to small size and limited traffic.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
85% Weight: 20
Rich historical heritage with UNESCO World Heritage sites and vibrant local traditions.
🌃 Nightlife
43% Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings with a few bars and cafes.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
79% Weight: 15
Access to countryside, vineyards, and natural parks nearby for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55% Weight: 10
Some language schools available, but limited compared to larger cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
76% Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural tours, wine tastings, and historical experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
59% Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; some museums and cultural centers.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
78% Weight: 25
Traditional Alentejo cuisine with fresh local ingredients; good variety of restaurants.
🧠 Yoga Studios
47% Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some wellness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
62% Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
71% Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; some health-focused cafes and stores.

💼 Work Environment

🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
80% Weight: 20
Western European Time zone suitable for European and some American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
38% Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads and entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40% Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote work is independent or online.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
42% Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40% Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities; not highly developed.

📈 Business & Economy

🚀 Startup Scene
35% Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity; most innovation hubs are in Lisbon or Porto.
💳 Local Payment Services
70% Weight: 10
Standard Portuguese banking and payment services available; digital payments common.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50% Weight: 15
Moderate awareness but limited local adoption or services.

🚆 Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
32% Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is in Lisbon, about 1.5 hours away by car or bus.
🚇 Public Transit
45% Weight: 20
Limited local bus services; no metro or train within the city.
🚶 Walkability
77% Weight: 20
Compact historic center is very walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50% Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Uber operate but with limited availability.
🚲 Cycling
63% Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure; terrain is mostly flat but limited dedicated bike lanes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60% Weight: 15
Bus connections to Lisbon and other cities; no train station in Évora.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
45% Weight: 10
Limited scooter rentals; some bike rental options available.

📡 Connectivity

📱 Mobile Network Coverage
81% Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the city and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85% Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87% Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55% Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in cafes and some public buildings.

⚖️ Legal & Administrative

🛂 Visa Ease
70% Weight: 40
Portugal offers relatively straightforward visa processes for EU and many non-EU nationals.
📊 Tax Friendliness
58% Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some incentives for foreign residents but bureaucracy can be complex.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
90% Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
88% Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65% Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be time-consuming.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60% Weight: 10
Process is bureaucratic but manageable with guidance.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
75% Weight: 35
Portugal offers a digital nomad visa, accessible to many remote workers.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
55% Weight: 50
Emerging destination for nomads but lacks extensive infrastructure and community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30% Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
42% Weight: 20
Limited online groups or forums centered on Évora digital nomads.

🛡️ Safety & Tolerance

🛡️ Safety
86% Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment for residents and visitors.
♀️ Female Friendly
78% Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women; traditional culture but modern attitudes prevail.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70% Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some cultural homogeneity but growing diversity.

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