Bacău, Romania 🇷🇴
#1482
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Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Bacău offers a low cost of living compared to Western Europe, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
89%
Weight: 80
Rental prices for apartments are quite low, especially compared to larger Romanian cities like Bucharest or Cluj.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets provide affordable fresh produce and groceries.
🚌 Transportation Cost
90%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap and efficient, with low fares for buses and minibuses.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited compared to bigger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
83%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are inexpensive, with several local gyms offering good facilities.
💱 Currency Stability
75%
Weight: 30
The Romanian leu is relatively stable, though some fluctuations occur due to regional economic factors.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
79%
Weight: 100
Good broadband speeds available, though not as fast as in major tech hubs; generally reliable.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or remote work from home.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but quality and speed vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically catering to digital nomads; atmosphere can be inconsistent.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
31%
Weight: 100
Bacău is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot, with very few nomads currently residing.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
86%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and activate local SIM cards with affordable plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
76%
Weight: 30
Generally relaxed lifestyle with a good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
69%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality; some industrial pollution but many green areas nearby.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
City is moderately clean but some areas show signs of neglect.
🗨️ Language Barrier
54%
Weight: 30
Romanian is the primary language; English is spoken by younger people but limited in older generations.
💨 Air Quality
62%
Weight: 15
Air quality is average; occasional pollution from traffic and industry.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
68%
Weight: 25
Decent facilities and parks for families, though limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
67%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services are available; more complex treatments require travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
84%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western Europe.
🏥 Healthcare
68%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor health issues; limited specialist availability locally.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
71%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with warm summers and cold winters; moderate rainfall.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional flooding but generally safe.
🏞️ Green Spaces
73%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within the city and nearby natural landscapes.
❄️ Air Conditioning
57%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread in older buildings; newer accommodations more likely to have it.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
74%
Weight: 10
Distinct four seasons with warm summers and snowy winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter than larger cities but some traffic noise in central areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with traditional Romanian influences and some cultural events.
🌃 Nightlife
51%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly bars and small clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Close proximity to mountains and natural parks for hiking and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
56%
Weight: 10
Some language schools available but limited English or other foreign language courses.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
63%
Weight: 10
Few organized tours; local experiences mostly self-guided or informal.
🎳 Indoors Fun
54%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or cultural centers.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
72%
Weight: 25
Good traditional Romanian cuisine with some international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
48%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios; niche market with limited availability.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
69%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and fitness centers, though not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate availability of healthy and organic food options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
77%
Weight: 20
Eastern European Time is convenient for European and some Middle Eastern clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
39%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads or freelancers.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
41%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from outside Romania.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and not well organized locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
37%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist; quality varies and amenities are basic.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
45%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is emerging but centered in larger Romanian cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
71%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local banking and payment services, including mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
52%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but adoption remains limited in Bacău.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
58%
Weight: 30
Nearest airport is Bacău International Airport with limited direct international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
74%
Weight: 20
Reliable bus network within the city; affordable and frequent.
🚶 Walkability
67%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable, but some outskirts require transport.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
59%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps like Bolt and Uber operate but less prevalent than in bigger cities.
🚲 Cycling
43%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure; not very bike-friendly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Good bus and train connections to other Romanian cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
32%
Weight: 10
Very limited or no scooter/bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
81%
Weight: 20
Strong mobile network coverage with 4G widely available.
🔒 VPN Reliability
83%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no significant restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
76%
Weight: 15
Generally stable electricity supply with occasional outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
54%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available but often slow and unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
69%
Weight: 40
Romania is in the EU but not in Schengen; visa process is moderate for many nationalities.
📊 Tax Friendliness
61%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some incentives for freelancers but bureaucracy can be complex.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
78%
Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech with democratic protections.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with occasional government changes.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts is straightforward but requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
62%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves bureaucratic steps.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in Romania as of 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
47%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads; more suited for budget travelers.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
28%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or groups specifically for Bacău digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
79%
Weight: 100
Relatively safe city with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
71%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for female travelers, though some caution advised at night.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some cultural conservatism but generally peaceful.