Longyearbyen, 🇸🇯 Svalbard and Jan Mayen Overview
🇸🇯 Longyearbyen,
Svalbard and Jan Mayen
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Nomad Score
4.2
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78.2231558, 15.6463656
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ABOUT
Longyearbyen is a tiny Arctic outpost with dramatic polar landscapes and a unique, close-knit community ❄️🏔️ It has reliable internet for a remote settlement, but expect very high costs, limited services, and long, dark winters. Best for adventurous nomads seeking solitude and inspiration—not for easy, budget-friendly remote work. 🧭💻
KEY STATS
Cost of Living
$4,168/mo
Internet Speed
Data unavailable
Weather Today
7°C / 4°C 🌧️
Timezone
Arctic/Longyearbyen
KEY SCORES
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| 💸 Cost of Living | 1.0 |
| 🚀 Internet Speed | 6.5 |
| 🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity | 1.7 |
| 🛡️ Safety | 9.4 |
| 🏠 Accommodation Cost | 0.8 |
| ☀️ Weather | 2.2 |
| ✊ Racial Tolerance | 8.5 |
| 🌍 Nomad Friendly | 2.0 |
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QUICK COSTS
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| 🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom) | $1,263.12 per month |
| 💻 Coworking Space | $263.15 per month |
| ☕ Coffee | $5.26 per cup |
| 🍺 Beer | $7.37 per pint |
| 🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive) | $23.16 per meal |
| 🚌 Monthly Transport Pass | $63.16 per month |
| 🧴 Mobile Plan | $52.63 per month |
| 💻 Internet (60 Mbps+) | $94.73 per month |
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