Celje, Slovenia 🇸🇮
#1059
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Nomad Score:
66%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to larger Slovenian cities like Ljubljana; lower prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
75%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, especially for long-term stays; options include apartments and shared housing.
🍎 Food & Groceries
73%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer fresh produce at fair prices; dining out is affordable but limited in variety.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive with good regional connectivity; taxis and rideshares are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options; prices are generally low but choices are fewer.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
70%
Weight: 10
Affordable gym memberships with several local fitness centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
92%
Weight: 30
Eurozone member; currency is stable and widely accepted.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
84%
Weight: 100
Reliable high-speed internet with fiber connections available in most parts of the city.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
52%
Weight: 40
Few dedicated coworking spaces; some cafes offer work-friendly environments but limited options overall.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Several cafes provide free WiFi and a quiet atmosphere suitable for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
60%
Weight: 30
Some cafes are welcoming to digital nomads but lack dedicated amenities like power outlets.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
31%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
85%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with good balance between work and leisure activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with low pollution and good waste management.
🧼 Cleanliness
89%
Weight: 10
City is well-maintained and clean, with efficient public services.
🗨️ Language Barrier
63%
Weight: 30
Slovene is the official language; English is moderately spoken especially among younger population.
💨 Air Quality
86%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to low industrial activity and green surroundings.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
78%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family-oriented activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
80%
Weight: 20
Good quality healthcare facilities available; public and private options exist.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
78%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are reasonable, especially with EU health insurance coverage.
🏥 Healthcare
81%
Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare with competent medical professionals.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
64%
Weight: 80
Temperate climate with warm summers and cold winters; some rainy days in spring and autumn.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional minor flooding possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
79%
Weight: 10
Several parks and nearby natural areas for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
42%
Weight: 15
Limited use of air conditioning; many buildings rely on natural ventilation.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons with noticeable changes in temperature and scenery.
🔊 Noise Pollution
79%
Weight: 10
Low noise levels, especially outside the city center.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
74%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with historical sites and traditional events.
🌃 Nightlife
48%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and occasional live music.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
83%
Weight: 15
Close proximity to mountains, rivers, and hiking trails.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Some language schools and informal opportunities to learn Slovene.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
62%
Weight: 10
Modest selection of local tours and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
57%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment such as cinemas and museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
68%
Weight: 25
Traditional Slovenian cuisine with some international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
50%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
67%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and sports clubs available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
69%
Weight: 15
Availability of fresh produce and organic markets.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
88%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone favorable for European and some American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from outside Slovenia.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
38%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and not well-established.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with essential amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
42%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene but limited compared to Ljubljana.
💳 Local Payment Services
74%
Weight: 10
Good availability of digital payment options and banking services.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
45%
Weight: 15
Limited local adoption; some interest but not widespread.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
53%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport, about 70 km away.
🚇 Public Transit
68%
Weight: 20
Local buses available; regional connections are decent but limited frequency.
🚶 Walkability
76%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps; taxis more common.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure; terrain is hilly but manageable.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other Slovenian cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter rentals; some bike rental shops available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
83%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage citywide; 5G emerging but limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
87%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces and cafes but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
75%
Weight: 40
EU Schengen visa rules apply; straightforward for EU citizens, moderate for others.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some complexities for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
91%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and press.
🏛️ Political Stability
88%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate bureaucracy; easier for EU citizens than non-EU.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
68%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with some administrative steps.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
38%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Celje.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
89%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and safe environment for residents and visitors.
♀️ Female Friendly
82%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women; gender equality respected.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some cultural homogeneity but generally respectful.