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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Eskilstuna is moderately expensive compared to global standards, with Sweden's high taxes and living costs impacting affordability.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are lower than Stockholm but still relatively high compared to many European cities.
🍎 Food & Groceries
41%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are moderately expensive, reflecting Sweden's overall high cost of food.
🚌 Transportation Cost
65%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and affordable within Eskilstuna, with good regional connections.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are somewhat limited but moderately priced.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Average gym membership costs, with several affordable gyms available.
💱 Currency Stability
97%
Weight: 30
Swedish Krona is stable with low inflation and strong economic fundamentals.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
89%
Weight: 100
High-speed broadband and 5G widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
54%
Weight: 40
Limited number of coworking spaces compared to larger cities but some options exist.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
67%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
58%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not a strong digital nomad culture.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
23%
Weight: 100
Eskilstuna is not a well-known destination for digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
88%
Weight: 30
Sweden is known for excellent work-life balance with generous vacation and labor protections.
🌳 Environmental Quality
86%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air and water quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
91%
Weight: 10
City is very clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
72%
Weight: 30
Most locals speak English well, reducing language barriers.
💨 Air Quality
84%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with low pollution levels.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
80%
Weight: 25
Good family services, schools, and safe environment.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
93%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with well-trained professionals.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is subsidized but can be costly for non-residents without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
90%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services available.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
21%
Weight: 80
Cold climate with long winters and frequent rain, not ideal for those seeking warmth and sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
98%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
79%
Weight: 10
Good availability of parks and natural areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
30%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon due to cool climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and mild summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution, quiet residential areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
64%
Weight: 20
Rich Swedish cultural heritage but limited nightlife and entertainment options.
🌃 Nightlife
35%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is limited compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
82%
Weight: 15
Access to lakes, forests, and outdoor activities is excellent.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn Swedish but limited compared to larger cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
48%
Weight: 10
Few tourist-focused experiences; more local and low-key.
🎳 Indoors Fun
43%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
52%
Weight: 25
Modest variety of restaurants, mostly local and Scandinavian cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
47%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
56%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and fitness centers but not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
61%
Weight: 15
Good availability of organic and healthy food options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone suitable for working with Europe and parts of Africa.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
49%
Weight: 25
Limited networking events for digital nomads and entrepreneurs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
53%
Weight: 20
Moderate opportunities, mostly in tech and services sectors.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
46%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community compared to major hubs.
🏢 Coworking Quality
57%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but limited in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene but overshadowed by Stockholm.
💳 Local Payment Services
83%
Weight: 10
Advanced digital payment infrastructure widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption with growing interest but not mainstream.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Stockholm Arlanda, about 1.5 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
68%
Weight: 20
Reliable local buses and regional trains available.
🚶 Walkability
71%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Uber is not available; local taxi apps exist but limited.
🚲 Cycling
73%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure and bike-friendly city.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to Stockholm and other cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Limited e-scooter availability; bike rentals more common.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
87%
Weight: 20
Excellent 4G/5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
95%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
62%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Sweden has strict visa requirements; no specific digital nomad visa as of 2025.
📊 Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex tax system for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
98%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
96%
Weight: 20
Very stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
42%
Weight: 15
Challenging for non-residents; requires documentation and local address.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward but bureaucratic processes exist.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
37%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Very few digital nomad-specific events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Eskilstuna.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
92%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment.
♀️ Female Friendly
87%
Weight: 50
Sweden is known for gender equality and female-friendly policies.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society but some challenges with integration.