Nomad Score: 62%

💰 Cost & Affordability

💸 Cost of Living
52% Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to other Swedish cities, but higher than many Eastern European options.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
48% Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable for Sweden, but still on the higher side for a small city.
🍎 Food & Groceries
55% Weight: 40
Grocery prices are average for Sweden, with a mix of affordable and expensive options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60% Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and reasonably priced, though not as extensive as in larger cities.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50% Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available, but costs can add up quickly for activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65% Weight: 10
Gym memberships are affordable compared to larger cities, with decent facilities.
💱 Currency Stability
95% Weight: 30
Swedish Krona is stable and reliable, with low inflation rates.

💻 Digital Nomad Essentials

🚀 Internet Speed
80% Weight: 100
Good internet speeds available, with fiber-optic connections in many areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
52% Weight: 40
A few coworking spaces exist, but options are limited compared to larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70% Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65% Weight: 30
Several cafes cater to remote workers, though they can get crowded.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35% Weight: 100
Not a well-known hub for digital nomads, but some are starting to discover it.

🌟 Quality of Life

⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80% Weight: 30
Swedes generally enjoy a good work-life balance, with reasonable working hours.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85% Weight: 15
High environmental standards and a strong focus on sustainability.
🧼 Cleanliness
90% Weight: 10
Very clean city with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
75% Weight: 30
Most locals speak English well, but some may struggle with complex conversations.
💨 Air Quality
85% Weight: 15
Good air quality, with low pollution levels.

🏥 Healthcare

🏥 Healthcare Quality
90% Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system, accessible to residents.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65% Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable, but costs can be high for non-residents.
🏥 Healthcare
90% Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with universal coverage.

🌿 Climate & Environment

☀️ Weather
30% Weight: 80
Cold winters with significant rainfall, which may not appeal to everyone.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95% Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, making it a safe place to live.
🏞️ Green Spaces
80% Weight: 10
Plenty of parks and green areas for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40% Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common, as summers are mild.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60% Weight: 10
Experiences all four seasons, which can be appealing to some.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
65% Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with local events and festivals, though smaller than in major cities.
🌃 Nightlife
50% Weight: 15
Decent nightlife options, but limited compared to larger urban centers.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85% Weight: 15
Excellent opportunities for outdoor activities, including hiking and lakes.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50% Weight: 10
Limited formal language classes, but many locals are willing to help.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60% Weight: 10
Some local tours and experiences available, but not as extensive as in larger cities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55% Weight: 10
A few indoor activities available, but options are limited.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
60% Weight: 25
Diverse food options, though not as vibrant as in larger cities.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65% Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, catering to different styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70% Weight: 15
Good variety of fitness facilities, including gyms and sports centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65% Weight: 15
Increasing number of healthy food options available in restaurants and stores.

💼 Work Environment

🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50% Weight: 20
Central European Time can be challenging for some remote workers.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40% Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities compared to larger cities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50% Weight: 20
Some remote job opportunities, but not a major hub for tech jobs.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45% Weight: 20
Freelancing is possible, but the ecosystem is not well-developed.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60% Weight: 30
Available coworking spaces are of decent quality, but limited in number.

📈 Business & Economy

🚀 Startup Scene
40% Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but not as vibrant as in larger cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
80% Weight: 10
Widely accepted digital payment options, including Swish.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50% Weight: 15
Growing interest in blockchain, but adoption is still in early stages.

🚆 Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
60% Weight: 30
Small airport with limited international flights; larger airports are a drive away.
🚇 Public Transit
70% Weight: 20
Good public transit options within the city, though not extensive.
🚶 Walkability
75% Weight: 20
City is quite walkable, with many amenities within walking distance.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50% Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options available.
🚲 Cycling
65% Weight: 10
Cycling is popular, with some dedicated bike lanes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60% Weight: 15
Good train connections to other cities, but limited bus options.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50% Weight: 10
Limited options for scooter and bike rentals.

📡 Connectivity

📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80% Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85% Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available, with good internet infrastructure.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90% Weight: 15
Very reliable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60% Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.

⚖️ Legal & Administrative

🛂 Visa Ease
50% Weight: 40
Visa processes can be bureaucratic and lengthy for non-EU citizens.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40% Weight: 30
High tax rates can be a drawback for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
85% Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
90% Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low corruption levels.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60% Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be straightforward, but requires documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65% Weight: 10
Business registration is relatively easy, but can be bureaucratic.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30% Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available; options are limited.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
40% Weight: 50
Not particularly known for being nomad-friendly, but some amenities exist.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35% Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40% Weight: 20
Limited online community presence for digital nomads.

🛡️ Safety & Tolerance

🛡️ Safety
95% Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
90% Weight: 50
Generally very female-friendly with strong gender equality.
✊ Racial Tolerance
80% Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and accepting of different cultures and backgrounds.