Karlstad, Sweden 🇸🇪
#1525
59.380914, 13.502763
Nomad Score:
64%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
62%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to larger Swedish cities, but still higher than many Eastern European destinations.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable for a Swedish city, but can be high for larger apartments.
🍎 Food & Groceries
68%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are average for Sweden, with a good selection of local and international foods.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and reasonably priced, with options for monthly passes.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but can be pricey, especially for nightlife.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with several options available.
💱 Currency Stability
90%
Weight: 30
The Swedish Krona is stable, with low inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
85%
Weight: 100
High-speed internet is widely available, with many areas offering fiber-optic connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
60%
Weight: 40
A few coworking spaces exist, but options are limited compared to larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes cater to remote workers, though not as many as in larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
45%
Weight: 100
Karlstad is not a major hub for digital nomads, leading to fewer networking opportunities.
🌟 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 commitment to sustainability.
🧼 Cleanliness
80%
Weight: 10
The city is well-maintained and clean, with regular waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
70%
Weight: 30
Most locals speak English well, but Swedish is the primary language.
💨 Air Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Good air quality, with low pollution levels.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, with well-trained professionals.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is subsidized, making it affordable for residents.
🏥 Healthcare
85%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with access to specialists.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
35%
Weight: 80
Cold winters and rainy seasons can be challenging for some.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
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 less common due to the cooler climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Experiences all four seasons, but winters can be long and harsh.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Cultural events and museums are available, but not as vibrant as in larger cities.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is limited, with a few bars and clubs but not much variety.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Surrounded by beautiful nature, with opportunities for hiking and outdoor sports.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language classes available, but many locals are willing to help.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and experiences available, but not extensive.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, primarily focused on local attractions.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
A decent variety of restaurants, but not as diverse as larger cities.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, catering to different styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good access to fitness facilities, including gyms and sports clubs.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
75%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options in restaurants and stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
CET time zone can be challenging for some remote workers in different regions.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads.
💻 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 less common, leading to fewer resources for freelancers.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces available but with varying quality.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Limited startup ecosystem compared to larger Swedish cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
80%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted digital payment options, including Swish.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Growing interest, but not a major hub for blockchain and crypto.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Local airport offers limited international flights, requiring connections.
🚇 Public Transit
75%
Weight: 20
Good public transit system, including buses and trains.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
City is walkable, with many amenities within walking distance.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options available.
🚲 Cycling
75%
Weight: 10
Cycling is popular, with bike lanes and rental options.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Good train connections to other Swedish cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Some rental options available, but not as widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports VPN usage.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Some public WiFi available, but not extensive.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
High taxes can be a drawback for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
80%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech in Sweden.
🏛️ Political Stability
90%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Relatively straightforward process, but may require local ID.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Business registration can be bureaucratic and time-consuming.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available in Sweden.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Limited resources and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
40%
Weight: 25
Few events and meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
45%
Weight: 20
Limited online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
90%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
85%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Sweden is known for its progressive values and tolerance.