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Ny-Alesund
Nomad score
2.8 / 10
8 key factors
Cost of living
$4,263
per month, nomad profile
Internet speed
No data
Data unavailable
Weather today
-8° / -10°
high / low, °CAbout Ny-Alesund
Ny-Ålesund, Svalbard & Jan Mayen 🧊 is a tiny Arctic research settlement, not a typical digital nomad base. It offers stunning polar scenery and a unique scientific vibe, but extremely limited amenities, harsh weather, and very isolated living. Great for a short, adventurous stay if work is fully remote and you’re self-sufficient 📡❄️
Through the year
Best in April (34) · now 27
J 28
F 24
M 31
A 34
M 34
J 33
J 33
A 31
S 26
O 27
N 27
D 27
Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm
Key scores
Quick costs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $1,578.90 per month |
| Coworking Space | $210.52 per month |
| Coffee | $4.74 per cup |
| Beer | $8.42 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $21.05 per meal |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $52.63 per month |
| Mobile Plan | $31.58 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 | Barentsburg | $2,916 | 2.9 | Compare |
Nearby destinations
| # | City | Country | Cost / mo | Score | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barentsburg | SJ
Svalbard and Jan Mayen |
$2,916 | 2.9 | Compare |
| 2 | Longyearbyen | SJ
Svalbard and Jan Mayen |
$4,168 | 4.1 | Compare |
| 3 | Tromsø |  NO
Norway |
$4,656 | 5.6 | Compare |
| 4 | Lofoten | NO
Norway |
$3,200 | 4.7 | Compare |