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Barentsburg
Nomad score
2.9 / 10
8 key factors
Cost of living
$2,916
per month, nomad profile
Internet speed
No data
Data unavailable
Weather today
3° / 1°
high / low, °CAbout Barentsburg
Barentsburg is a tiny, remote Arctic mining town on Svalbard, known for dramatic polar scenery and a unique Russian flavor 🧊🌌. Great for adventurous nomads seeking isolation, nature, and quiet inspiration — but it’s **not** ideal for remote work due to limited services, harsh weather, and very sparse infrastructure. Best for a short, extreme stay, not a base.
Through the year
Best in April (37) · now 29
J 29
F 29
M 32
A 37
M 37
J 37
J 34
A 34
S 29
O 29
N 29
D 29
Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm
Key scores
Quick costs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $863.13 per month |
| Coworking Space | $368.41 per month |
| Coffee | $4.21 per cup |
| Beer | $7.89 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $21.05 per meal |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $52.63 per month |
| Mobile Plan | $36.84 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $84.21 per month |
Other cities in Svalbard and Jan Mayen
| # | City | Cost / mo | Score | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Longyearbyen | $4,168 | 4.1 | Compare |
| 2 | Ny-Alesund | $4,263 | 2.8 | Compare |
