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Cluj-Napoca, Romania 🇷🇴
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Nomad Score:
72%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western Europe, with moderate prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
69%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but rising due to increased demand from students and expats.
🍎 Food & Groceries
75%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer affordable fresh produce and groceries.
🚌 Transportation Cost
84%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap and efficient, with low-cost monthly passes.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Cinema, theaters, and events are affordable, with many budget-friendly options.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Monthly gym fees are moderate, with several budget gyms available.
💱 Currency Stability
73%
Weight: 30
Romanian Leu is relatively stable with manageable inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
89%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet widely available, with average speeds around 200 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
76%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in central areas catering to freelancers and startups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
81%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi and comfortable work environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
78%
Weight: 30
Good number of cafes with power outlets and quiet atmospheres.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
65%
Weight: 100
Growing but still emerging as a digital nomad hotspot.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain prepaid SIM cards with affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
77%
Weight: 30
Reasonable working hours and good leisure opportunities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Urban pollution is moderate; surrounding nature helps balance air quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
65%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean but some areas show signs of litter and urban wear.
🗨️ Language Barrier
62%
Weight: 30
Romanian is official; English widely spoken among younger population and professionals.
💨 Air Quality
63%
Weight: 15
Air pollution can spike in winter due to heating; generally moderate otherwise.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
68%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks; not a primary destination for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
67%
Weight: 20
Public healthcare is basic; private clinics offer higher standards.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Private healthcare is affordable compared to Western Europe.
🏥 Healthcare
69%
Weight: 20
Access to healthcare is good but quality varies; private options recommended.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
61%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with cold winters and warm summers; some rainy days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional earthquakes but generally safe.
🏞️ Green Spaces
74%
Weight: 10
Several parks and nearby natural areas for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
60%
Weight: 15
Not widespread in older buildings; newer accommodations usually have AC.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
72%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with warm summers and snowy winters.
🔊 Noise Pollution
62%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise in city center; quieter in residential neighborhoods.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
80%
Weight: 20
Rich history, vibrant arts scene, and numerous festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
71%
Weight: 15
Active nightlife with bars, clubs, and live music, especially around city center.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Close to mountains and countryside, offering hiking and nature escapes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Romanian language schools available; English widely used.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
73%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural tours, historic sites, and local experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
69%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, cinemas, and theaters provide indoor entertainment.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Diverse culinary options from traditional Romanian to international cuisines.
🧠 Yoga Studios
68%
Weight: 10
Several yoga and wellness studios available, mostly in central areas.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Gyms and fitness centers are common and affordable.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
74%
Weight: 15
Organic markets and health food stores are growing in popularity.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
79%
Weight: 20
GMT+2, convenient for European and some Middle Eastern clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
72%
Weight: 25
Active tech and startup meetups; growing expat and nomad communities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
67%
Weight: 20
Local job market is developing; more opportunities in IT and startups.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
68%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is growing with coworking spaces supporting remote work.
🏢 Coworking Quality
75%
Weight: 30
Modern facilities with good amenities and networking events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
71%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with increasing investment and innovation.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments and digital banking improving but cash still common.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
63%
Weight: 15
Interest growing but adoption remains limited compared to Western Europe.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
74%
Weight: 30
International airport with flights to major European hubs; limited intercontinental direct flights.
🚇 Public Transit
78%
Weight: 20
Efficient bus and tram network covering most city areas.
🚶 Walkability
76%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
73%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing apps widely available.
🚲 Cycling
64%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes exist but infrastructure is still developing.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other Romanian cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
62%
Weight: 10
Limited electric scooter rentals; bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
83%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage citywide; 5G expanding rapidly.
🔒 VPN Reliability
87%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
80%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
69%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public spaces but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
EU citizens have easy access; others may face moderate visa requirements.
📊 Tax Friendliness
68%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some incentives for freelancers and startups.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
79%
Weight: 15
Generally free media and expression with some political pressures.
🏛️ Political Stability
70%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with occasional political tensions.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
71%
Weight: 15
Straightforward for residents; some paperwork required for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
73%
Weight: 10
Relatively simple process with online options available.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
42%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa; standard visas apply.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
67%
Weight: 50
Growing awareness and infrastructure but still developing.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
60%
Weight: 25
Occasional meetups; community events are emerging.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
64%
Weight: 20
Active but small digital nomad groups on social media.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
75%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime rates; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
70%
Weight: 50
Safe for women; cultural norms are generally respectful.
✊ Racial Tolerance
63%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some reports of discrimination but improving.