Košice, Slovakia 🇸🇰
#935
48.717227, 21.249677
Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Overall affordable compared to Western Europe, with reasonable prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
65%
Weight: 80
Moderate rental prices, with options ranging from budget to mid-range.
🍎 Food & Groceries
72%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are reasonable, and dining out is affordable, especially local cuisine.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is inexpensive and efficient, with good coverage across the city.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
68%
Weight: 15
Affordable entertainment options, though some cultural events can be pricier.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
75%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, with various options available.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
The Euro is stable, providing a reliable currency for transactions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
79%
Weight: 100
Good internet speed available, with many places offering reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
60%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to larger cities, but growing in popularity.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making them suitable for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65%
Weight: 30
A decent number of cafes cater to digital nomads, though not as many as in larger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
45%
Weight: 100
Still emerging as a digital nomad destination, with a small but growing community.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
82%
Weight: 30
A relaxed lifestyle with a good balance between work and leisure activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good environmental quality, with efforts to maintain green spaces.
🧼 Cleanliness
75%
Weight: 10
The city is relatively clean, with regular maintenance and waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
While many speak English, especially the younger population, it can be a challenge in some areas.
💨 Air Quality
78%
Weight: 15
Good air quality overall, with low levels of pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
75%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are generally good, with modern facilities available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable, especially compared to Western Europe.
🏥 Healthcare
75%
Weight: 20
Access to healthcare is good, with a mix of public and private options.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
50%
Weight: 80
Cold winters and mild summers, with a fair amount of rainy days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
85%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters, making it a safe place to live.
🏞️ Green Spaces
72%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas available for recreation and relaxation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in some places, but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Experiences all four seasons, which can be appealing to some.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with various museums and historical sites.
🌃 Nightlife
55%
Weight: 15
Decent nightlife options, but not as vibrant as larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
70%
Weight: 15
Access to beautiful natural landscapes and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language learning opportunities, but local interactions can help.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, showcasing the city's history and culture.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, but some museums and galleries exist.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
65%
Weight: 25
Growing food scene with a mix of traditional and modern cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, catering to different styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Various fitness facilities available, including gyms and sports centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options in restaurants and stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
CET time zone can be a challenge for some remote workers.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
50%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities compared to larger tech hubs.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
45%
Weight: 20
Fewer remote job opportunities available, primarily in local industries.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Emerging freelance ecosystem, but still developing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces varies, with some good options available.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
A nascent startup scene, with potential for growth but currently limited.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Common payment methods are widely accepted, including card payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate connectivity with some international flights available.
🚇 Public Transit
80%
Weight: 20
Reliable public transit system with buses and trams covering the city.
🚶 Walkability
75%
Weight: 20
The city is quite walkable, with many amenities within walking distance.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Limited ride-sharing options available, primarily local taxis.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling is possible, but infrastructure is still developing.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other cities in Slovakia and beyond.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Limited rental options for scooters and bikes.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage across the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
75%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available, with good internet infrastructure.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
80%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
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 and some others.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates, with some incentives for businesses.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
70%
Weight: 15
Generally good freedom of speech, though some limitations exist.
🏛️ Political Stability
75%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment, with no significant unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account is relatively straightforward for residents.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Moderate ease of business registration, with some bureaucratic hurdles.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Emerging as a nomad-friendly city, but still developing infrastructure.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
45%
Weight: 25
Limited events and meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
50%
Weight: 20
Some online communities exist, but not very active.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, though some issues may arise in certain areas.