Nomad Score: 65%

💰 Cost & Affordability

💸 Cost of Living
78% Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western European cities, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65% Weight: 80
Moderate prices for rentals, with options ranging from budget to mid-range.
🍎 Food & Groceries
70% Weight: 40
Grocery prices are reasonable, and local markets offer fresh produce at good prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80% Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable and efficient, making it easy to get around.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
60% Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but can be pricier than expected for some activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
75% Weight: 10
Affordable gym memberships with various options available throughout the city.
💱 Currency Stability
85% Weight: 30
The Euro is stable, providing a reliable currency for transactions.

💻 Digital Nomad Essentials

🚀 Internet Speed
72% Weight: 100
Decent internet speeds, though not as fast as in larger cities.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
50% Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces, but a few options exist for remote workers.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
68% Weight: 30
Many cafes offer WiFi, though some may have limited seating.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
60% Weight: 30
A few cafes cater to digital nomads, but options are somewhat limited.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
45% Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads, but growing interest.

🌟 Quality of Life

⚖️ Work-Life Balance
75% Weight: 30
A relaxed lifestyle with a good balance between work and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
80% Weight: 15
Clean air and green spaces contribute to a high environmental quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
83% Weight: 10
Generally clean city with well-maintained public areas.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60% Weight: 30
Slovene is the primary language, but many speak English, especially younger people.
💨 Air Quality
85% Weight: 15
Good air quality, with low pollution levels in the area.

🏥 Healthcare

🏥 Healthcare Quality
80% Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, with modern facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75% Weight: 25
Healthcare is generally affordable, especially for EU citizens.
🏥 Healthcare
80% Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with good access to services.

🌿 Climate & Environment

☀️ Weather
50% Weight: 80
Cold winters and mild summers; not ideal for those seeking warm weather year-round.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
80% Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, making it a safe place to live.
🏞️ Green Spaces
75% Weight: 10
Plenty of parks and green areas for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50% Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in larger buildings, but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65% Weight: 10
Experiences all four seasons, which may appeal to some but not others.

🎭 Culture & Entertainment

🎭 Culture
70% Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with various festivals and events throughout the year.
🌃 Nightlife
55% Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options, with a few bars and clubs, but not very vibrant.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
80% Weight: 15
Beautiful natural surroundings and opportunities for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50% Weight: 10
Limited language schools, but some options for learning Slovene.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65% Weight: 10
A few local tours available, focusing on history and culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
50% Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, primarily focused on local attractions.

🍎 Food & Fitness

🍽️ Food Scene
70% Weight: 25
Diverse food options with a mix of traditional and modern cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60% Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, catering to different styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
75% Weight: 15
Good variety of fitness facilities, including gyms and sports centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65% Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options, especially in urban areas.

💼 Work Environment

🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60% Weight: 20
Central European Time can be a challenge for some remote workers.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
50% Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads, but some events exist.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
45% Weight: 20
Limited remote job opportunities, primarily in local industries.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40% Weight: 20
Not a strong freelance ecosystem, with few resources available.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50% Weight: 30
Coworking spaces available but with varying quality and amenities.

📈 Business & Economy

🚀 Startup Scene
45% Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but still developing compared to larger cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
70% Weight: 10
Common payment methods accepted, including card and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35% Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto services in the local economy.

🚆 Transportation

✈️ Airport Connectivity
60% Weight: 30
Moderate connectivity with a small airport; larger airports are a drive away.
🚇 Public Transit
75% Weight: 20
Reliable public transit system, making it easy to navigate the city.
🚶 Walkability
80% Weight: 20
Highly walkable city with pedestrian-friendly areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50% Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options available; traditional taxis are more common.
🚲 Cycling
65% Weight: 10
Biking is possible, with some bike lanes, but not extensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60% Weight: 15
Decent intercity travel options via bus and train, but limited frequency.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50% Weight: 10
Limited options for scooter and bike rentals in the city.

📡 Connectivity

📱 Mobile Network Coverage
70% Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75% Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available, with good internet infrastructure.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
80% Weight: 15
Stable power grid with minimal outages reported.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55% Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not widespread.

⚖️ Legal & Administrative

🛂 Visa Ease
65% Weight: 40
Visa processes are relatively straightforward for EU citizens; others may face challenges.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60% Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates, with some benefits for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
70% Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech, though some limitations exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
80% Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low levels of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60% Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be straightforward but may require documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55% Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but can be bureaucratic.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40% Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available; options are limited.

🌍 Digital Nomad Community

🌍 Nomad Friendly
50% Weight: 50
Somewhat nomad-friendly, but lacks a strong community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
45% Weight: 25
Limited events and meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40% Weight: 20
Weak online community presence for digital nomads.

🛡️ Safety & Tolerance

🛡️ Safety
85% Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
80% Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75% Weight: 50
Relatively tolerant society, though some issues exist.