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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Karlskrona is moderately expensive compared to global standards, with Sweden's general high cost of living impacting prices.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
35%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are relatively high for a small city, though cheaper than Stockholm or Gothenburg.
🍎 Food & Groceries
40%
Weight: 40
Food prices are above average due to Sweden's high taxes and import costs, but local produce is available.
🚌 Transportation Cost
67%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable and efficient, with good local bus connections.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
41%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but moderately priced; cultural events can be costly.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, comparable to other Swedish cities.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
Swedish Krona is stable with low inflation and strong economic fundamentals.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
89%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet is widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
52%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces due to smaller city size, but a few modern options exist.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, though not as many as in larger cities.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
59%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but overall limited variety.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
23%
Weight: 100
Karlskrona is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
87%
Weight: 30
Sweden is known for excellent work-life balance and labor protections.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Clean air and water with strong environmental policies.
🧼 Cleanliness
91%
Weight: 10
City is very clean with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
74%
Weight: 30
Most locals speak English well, reducing language barriers.
💨 Air Quality
88%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to low pollution levels.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
80%
Weight: 25
Good public services and safe environment for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
93%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with well-trained professionals.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
61%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is subsidized but can be costly for non-residents.
🏥 Healthcare
90%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services available.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
21%
Weight: 80
Cold climate with long, dark winters and frequent rain; summers are mild but short.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
97%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
83%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and proximity to archipelago provide ample green spaces.
❄️ Air Conditioning
12%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is rare due to cool climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
76%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and mild summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
87%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small city size and limited traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
64%
Weight: 20
Rich maritime history with museums and cultural events, but limited nightlife.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is quiet and limited compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
89%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to nature, hiking, boating, and archipelago exploration.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Some language schools available but limited compared to bigger cities.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
62%
Weight: 10
Good maritime and historical tours, but fewer options overall.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, mostly museums and small theaters.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
53%
Weight: 25
Decent local cuisine with seafood focus but limited international variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
47%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available, reflecting smaller city size.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
58%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness centers available but not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Good availability of organic and healthy food options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is convenient for European and some US clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
38%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events due to small tech scene.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Few local remote job openings; most opportunities come from larger cities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited support infrastructure.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but limited in number and amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
32%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity compared to major Swedish hubs.
💳 Local Payment Services
79%
Weight: 10
Advanced digital payment systems widely used, including Swish.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest and adoption, but no major hubs.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is some distance away; limited direct international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Reliable local buses but no metro or train system within the city.
🚶 Walkability
78%
Weight: 20
Compact city center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps compared to larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
70%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure but weather limits year-round use.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
62%
Weight: 15
Train and bus connections to other Swedish cities are available but not frequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
43%
Weight: 10
Few electric scooter or bike rental services present.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
87%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 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 electricity supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
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
30%
Weight: 30
High tax rates for residents; complex tax system for freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
96%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
94%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Challenging for non-residents; requires documentation and local address.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Moderately straightforward process but bureaucratic.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
42%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
28%
Weight: 25
Few to no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
35%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for nomads in Karlskrona.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
92%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
88%
Weight: 50
Sweden is known for gender equality and safety for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, though smaller cities can be less diverse.