Košice, Slovakia 🇸🇰
#935
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Nomad Score:
68%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
81%
Weight: 150
Košice offers a low cost of living compared to Western Europe, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable, with many affordable options for short and long-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
83%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets provide fresh produce at low prices; dining out is also affordable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
87%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap and efficient, with affordable monthly passes.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
75%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options like cinemas, theaters, and events are reasonably priced.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
78%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are affordable, with many mid-range fitness centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
76%
Weight: 30
Slovak koruna was replaced by Euro, providing stable currency conditions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
84%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber-optic internet is widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
62%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but options are limited compared to larger European cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, though quality and speed can vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but the scene is still developing.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
43%
Weight: 100
Košice is not yet a well-known digital nomad hotspot, attracting fewer nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
82%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Slovak culture values work-life balance with reasonable working hours and leisure time.
🌳 Environmental Quality
74%
Weight: 15
Generally good environment with moderate pollution levels.
🧼 Cleanliness
78%
Weight: 10
City is relatively clean with regular maintenance and waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
51%
Weight: 30
Slovak is the official language; English is spoken by younger people but limited outside urban areas.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally acceptable but can worsen during winter heating season.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good schools and parks; suitable for families but limited international schools.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
72%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are decent with access to public and private clinics.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are low compared to Western Europe.
🏥 Healthcare
75%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare system is functional, though some specialists may be limited.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
42%
Weight: 80
Continental climate with cold winters and moderate summers; not ideal for those seeking warm, sunny weather year-round.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
88%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
76%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas available within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
53%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread in older buildings; summers are warm but not excessively hot.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
71%
Weight: 10
Distinct four seasons with snowy winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
73%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels; quieter residential areas available.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with museums, theaters, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
64%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with bars and clubs, but less vibrant than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
78%
Weight: 15
Close proximity to mountains and nature reserves for hiking and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Some language schools and informal opportunities to learn Slovak and other languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
67%
Weight: 10
Various cultural and historical tours available, though less tourist-focused.
🎳 Indoors Fun
65%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, and cinemas provide indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
74%
Weight: 25
Good mix of traditional Slovak cuisine and international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
59%
Weight: 10
Limited number of yoga studios but growing interest.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
71%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and fitness centers available.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
68%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of organic and health-conscious food stores and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone is convenient for European and some Asian clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
58%
Weight: 25
Limited but growing startup and tech community events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
53%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is emerging but not yet robust.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are functional but fewer amenities compared to major hubs.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
55%
Weight: 15
Small but active startup ecosystem with some government support.
💳 Local Payment Services
72%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local and international payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
54%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest and adoption; not a major crypto hub.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
63%
Weight: 30
Košice International Airport offers regional flights; limited direct long-haul connections.
🚇 Public Transit
79%
Weight: 20
Efficient tram and bus network within the city.
🚶 Walkability
74%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
65%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing apps operate but less prevalent than in larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Limited cycling infrastructure but some bike lanes and rental options.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
71%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other Slovak cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
57%
Weight: 10
Few scooter rental services; bike rentals available but limited.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G coverage citywide; 5G rollout in progress.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no major restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
83%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
62%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa required for many; relatively straightforward for short stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
59%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some complexities for freelancers and remote workers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
87%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and press.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be bureaucratic.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
67%
Weight: 10
Business registration process is moderately straightforward with some paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderate friendliness; infrastructure and community still developing.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
42%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated nomad events or meetups currently.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
50%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads specific to Košice.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
84%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
76%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming for female travelers and nomads.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; some challenges for minorities but generally peaceful.