💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
31%
Weight: 150
Sundsvall is moderately expensive compared to global standards, with Sweden's high taxes and living costs impacting affordability.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
35%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are relatively high for a smaller city, though cheaper than Stockholm or Gothenburg.
🍎 Food & Groceries
42%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are somewhat expensive due to Sweden's high VAT and import costs.
🚌 Transportation Cost
67%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and reasonably priced; monthly passes are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
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, with several options available.
💱 Currency Stability
89%
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 connectivity.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
53%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to larger cities but some options exist.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically cater to digital nomads but general WiFi availability is good.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21%
Weight: 100
Sundsvall is not a well-known digital nomad hotspot.
🌟 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
86%
Weight: 10
City is well-maintained and clean.
🗨️ Language Barrier
74%
Weight: 30
Most locals speak English well, reducing language barriers.
💨 Air Quality
83%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with low pollution levels.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
91%
Weight: 20
High-quality public healthcare system.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is subsidized but can be costly for non-residents.
🏥 Healthcare
88%
Weight: 20
Access to excellent healthcare facilities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
12%
Weight: 80
Cold climate with long, dark winters and frequent rain; not ideal for those seeking warmth and sun.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Good access to parks and natural surroundings.
❄️ Air Conditioning
23%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon due to cool climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
79%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and mild summers.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
Rich Swedish cultural heritage but limited nightlife and events compared to larger cities.
🌃 Nightlife
30%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
84%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to forests, lakes, and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Some language schools and opportunities to learn Swedish.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
52%
Weight: 10
Limited but some local cultural and nature tours available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
50%
Weight: 25
Good quality but limited variety compared to larger cities.
🧠 Yoga Studios
48%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
57%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
63%
Weight: 15
Healthy food options available but limited variety.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
UTC+1 (CET) suitable for European and some Asian clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Moderate opportunities, mostly in tech and services.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
47%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
54%
Weight: 30
Decent coworking spaces but limited in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Small but growing startup ecosystem.
💳 Local Payment Services
78%
Weight: 10
Modern payment infrastructure with Swish and card payments widely accepted.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption, with some local interest.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Sundsvall-Timrå Airport offers limited international flights; good domestic connections.
🚇 Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Reliable local bus services.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps.
🚲 Cycling
62%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure exists but limited by weather.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
68%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other Swedish cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter rentals; some bike rentals available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Excellent 4G/5G coverage.
🔒 VPN Reliability
89%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN access with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
92%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Sweden has strict visa requirements; no specific digital nomad visa.
📊 Tax Friendliness
32%
Weight: 30
High tax rates, not very friendly for freelancers or remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
94%
Weight: 20
Very stable political environment.
🏦 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 but bureaucratic.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
38%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Few to no regular nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence for digital nomads in Sundsvall.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
90%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
87%
Weight: 50
Sweden is known for gender equality and safety for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society, though some challenges exist.