💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Karlskrona is moderately expensive compared to global standards, typical for Sweden but cheaper than Stockholm.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
35%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but still high relative to many other European cities outside Sweden.
🍎 Food & Groceries
41%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are somewhat pricey, reflecting Swedish market prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
57%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and reasonably priced for a small city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but moderately priced.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
53%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are fairly affordable with several local options.
💱 Currency Stability
91%
Weight: 30
Swedish Krona is stable with low inflation and strong economic fundamentals.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed broadband and 5G coverage are widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces due to smaller city size but some options exist.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, though not as abundant as in larger cities.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
45%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically cater to digital nomads but quiet spots are available.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21%
Weight: 100
Karlskrona is not a well-known destination for digital nomads.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
89%
Weight: 30
Sweden is renowned for excellent work-life balance and labor protections.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Clean air and water with strong environmental regulations.
🧼 Cleanliness
90%
Weight: 10
City is very clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
78%
Weight: 30
Most locals speak English well, reducing language barriers.
💨 Air Quality
86%
Weight: 15
Generally excellent air quality due to low pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
93%
Weight: 20
High-quality public healthcare system.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable for residents but can be costly for non-residents without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
88%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services available.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
20%
Weight: 80
Cold climate with long winters and frequent rain; limited sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
82%
Weight: 10
Abundant 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.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich local history and cultural sites but limited nightlife and events.
🌃 Nightlife
35%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is quiet and limited compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to nature, archipelago, and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Some Swedish language courses available but limited variety.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate options for local cultural and nature tours.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
52%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine but fewer international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
48%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic fitness facilities are present but not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Healthy food options available but limited variety.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone suitable for working with Europe and parts of Africa.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
38%
Weight: 25
Limited networking events for digital nomads or startups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
35%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and not very active.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic but functional.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
32%
Weight: 15
Limited startup activity compared to larger Swedish cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Modern payment infrastructure with Swish and card payments widely accepted.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest but no significant local ecosystem.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Small regional airport with limited direct international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
60%
Weight: 20
Public transit is available but limited in coverage.
🚶 Walkability
72%
Weight: 20
City center is compact and walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps available but less common than in bigger cities.
🚲 Cycling
70%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure and bike-friendly city.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Train and bus connections to other cities are available but not frequent.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter rentals; bike rentals more common.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Strong mobile network coverage including 5G.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
95%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available but limited outside cafes and public buildings.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Sweden has strict visa requirements; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
30%
Weight: 30
High taxes for residents; complex tax system for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
93%
Weight: 20
Very stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts can be bureaucratic for non-residents.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but requires documentation.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
20%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums focused on Karlskrona digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
90%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
88%
Weight: 50
Sweden is generally very female-friendly and progressive.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society though some challenges exist as in many places.