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💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
31%
Weight: 150
Sundsvall is moderately expensive compared to global standards, typical for Sweden but cheaper than Stockholm.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
35%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are lower than in larger Swedish cities but still high relative to many countries.
🍎 Food & Groceries
40%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are moderately expensive, reflecting Sweden's overall cost structure.
🚌 Transportation Cost
52%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and reasonably priced for a small city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
43%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but moderately priced.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
50%
Weight: 10
Average gym membership prices, with several options available.
💱 Currency Stability
90%
Weight: 30
Swedish Krona is stable with low inflation and strong economic fundamentals.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet is widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
55%
Weight: 40
A few coworking spaces exist but limited compared to major cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
60%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes are digital nomad friendly but not a strong scene.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
20%
Weight: 100
Sundsvall is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
85%
Weight: 30
Sweden is known for excellent work-life balance and labor protections.
🌳 Environmental Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air and water quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
88%
Weight: 10
City is very clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
75%
Weight: 30
Most locals speak English well, reducing language barriers.
💨 Air Quality
83%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with low pollution levels.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good family services and safe environment.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
92%
Weight: 20
High-quality public healthcare system.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is subsidized but can be costly for non-residents.
🏥 Healthcare
87%
Weight: 20
Accessible and efficient healthcare services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
21%
Weight: 80
Cold climate with long winters and limited sunshine.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Good access to parks and natural areas.
❄️ Air Conditioning
30%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon due to cool climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and mild summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution, quiet city atmosphere.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich Swedish culture with local traditions and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
35%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to forests, lakes, and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Swedish language courses available but limited.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
55%
Weight: 10
Some local tours and cultural experiences, but limited.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine but limited international variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
45%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Healthy food options are available but not abundant.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone is convenient for Europe and parts of Africa.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited networking events for digital nomads and startups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Moderate opportunities, mostly in tech and services.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Small but growing freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
58%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are decent but limited in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is small compared to major Swedish cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Modern payment infrastructure with widespread card and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption, no major hubs.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Sundsvall-Timrå Airport offers limited international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
60%
Weight: 20
Local bus network is reliable but limited in coverage.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
City center is compact and walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing apps available but less common than in big cities.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is decent but weather limits year-round use.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other Swedish cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter and bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong mobile coverage with 4G and growing 5G availability.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports VPN use without issues.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available but limited outside cafes and coworking spaces.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Sweden has strict visa requirements; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
High tax rates, not very favorable for freelancers or remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
90%
Weight: 20
Very stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Can be bureaucratic, especially for non-residents.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but involves some paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Few to no regular digital nomad meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for nomads in Sundsvall.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
88%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment.
♀️ Female Friendly
85%
Weight: 50
Sweden is generally very female-friendly and progressive.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but some challenges with integration.