Kristianstad, Sweden 🇸🇪
#1526
56.029377, 14.156685
Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
62%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to other Swedish cities, but higher than many Eastern European options.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
58%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable for Sweden, but can be high for the local income levels.
🍎 Food & Groceries
65%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are average for Sweden, with a variety of local and international options available.
🚌 Transportation Cost
70%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and reasonably priced, with good connectivity within the city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
55%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but can be pricey, especially for nightlife.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with several options available.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
The Swedish Krona is stable and reliable, with low inflation rates.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed internet is widely available, with excellent connectivity.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
50%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to larger cities, but a few good options exist.
☕ 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
40%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads, leading to fewer networking opportunities.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Sweden is known for its strong work-life balance, with reasonable working hours.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85%
Weight: 15
High environmental standards and a strong focus on sustainability.
🧼 Cleanliness
88%
Weight: 10
The city is generally very clean, with good waste management practices.
🗨️ Language Barrier
75%
Weight: 30
Most locals speak English well, reducing the language barrier for foreigners.
💨 Air Quality
82%
Weight: 15
Good air quality, with low levels of pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system, accessible to residents and visitors.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable, especially for residents, but can be costly for tourists.
🏥 Healthcare
85%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare services available, with a strong emphasis on public health.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
40%
Weight: 80
Cold winters and rainy seasons can be challenging for some, with limited sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
90%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, making it a safe place to live.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of parks and green areas for recreation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
45%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is less common due to the cooler climate, but some places do have it.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons, but long winters may not appeal to everyone.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with various local events and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is limited compared to larger cities, with fewer options for late-night activities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
80%
Weight: 15
Access to beautiful natural landscapes and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language courses, but many locals are willing to help with Swedish.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, but fewer than in larger tourist destinations.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, with a focus on outdoor activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options, though not as vibrant as in larger cities.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, catering to different styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Good variety of fitness facilities, though not as extensive as in larger cities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options in restaurants and stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Central European Time can be challenging for some remote workers.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
45%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads compared to larger cities.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Some remote job opportunities, but not as abundant as in tech hubs.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
A smaller freelance ecosystem, making it harder to find gigs.
🏢 Coworking Quality
55%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces is decent, but options are limited.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
45%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but not as vibrant as in larger cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
80%
Weight: 10
Widely used digital payment options, including Swish for local transactions.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Growing interest in blockchain, but limited adoption in everyday transactions.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Good connectivity to major cities, but fewer international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
75%
Weight: 20
Reliable public transit system with good coverage.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
City is quite walkable, with pedestrian-friendly areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options available.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Cycling is popular, with some bike lanes and paths available.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Good train connections to nearby cities, though options can be limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Some rental options available, but not as widespread as in larger cities.
📡 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
65%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be straightforward for EU citizens, but more complex for others.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
High tax rates can be a drawback for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
90%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
95%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low levels of corruption.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be straightforward, but may require documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Business registration is relatively easy, though regulations can be strict.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
30%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa, making it challenging for long-term stays.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited resources and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
90%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
95%
Weight: 50
Highly supportive environment for women, with strong gender equality.
✊ Racial Tolerance
85%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and inclusive society, though challenges exist.