Žilina, Slovakia 🇸🇰
#939
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Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
78%
Weight: 150
Žilina offers a relatively low cost of living compared to Western Europe, making it affordable for digital nomads.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
75%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate, with options for affordable apartments in and around the city.
🍎 Food & Groceries
79%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets provide affordable groceries; dining out is reasonably priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
81%
Weight: 20
Public transport is cheap and efficient, with affordable monthly passes.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
70%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but somewhat limited compared to larger cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
73%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are reasonably priced, with several fitness centers available.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
Slovak koruna was replaced by the Euro, providing strong currency stability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet is widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
52%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces exist, but options are growing slowly.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
71%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work sessions.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Few cafes specifically cater to digital nomads, but some are welcoming.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
38%
Weight: 100
Žilina is not yet a popular destination among digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase local SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
79%
Weight: 30
Slovak culture values work-life balance with reasonable working hours.
🌳 Environmental Quality
76%
Weight: 15
Good air quality and green surroundings, though some industrial areas nearby.
🧼 Cleanliness
74%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
Slovak is the primary language; English is moderately spoken, especially among younger people.
💨 Air Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality with occasional pollution spikes in winter.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Family-friendly amenities and safe neighborhoods.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
70%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are decent but not on par with Western Europe.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
83%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable, especially for those with insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
71%
Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare with basic services available; private clinics offer better quality.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
43%
Weight: 80
Temperate continental climate with cold winters and moderate summers; some rainy days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
89%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or hurricanes.
🏞️ Green Spaces
78%
Weight: 10
Several parks and proximity to natural areas for outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
45%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not widespread in residential buildings; summers are mild.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
70%
Weight: 10
Distinct four seasons with snowy winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
72%
Weight: 10
Low to moderate noise levels, especially outside city center.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
72%
Weight: 20
Rich Slovak culture with local festivals and historical sites.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger cities; some bars and clubs available.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
84%
Weight: 15
Close to mountains and hiking trails; excellent for outdoor enthusiasts.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Some language schools and informal opportunities to learn Slovak.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Local tours and cultural experiences available but not extensive.
🎳 Indoors Fun
58%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas and museums.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
67%
Weight: 25
Traditional Slovak cuisine is prominent; international options are limited.
🧠 Yoga Studios
48%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; growing interest but still niche.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Several gyms and fitness centers with standard facilities.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
60%
Weight: 15
Some health food stores and organic options, but limited variety.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
75%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone is convenient for European and some US clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
49%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from abroad.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
47%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small but slowly developing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
50%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic but functional.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
53%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with some support but limited scale.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local banking and payment apps.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest in crypto; some local adoption but not widespread.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
42%
Weight: 30
Žilina Airport has limited international flights; major airports are 1-2 hours away.
🚇 Public Transit
76%
Weight: 20
Reliable local buses and trains within the city and region.
🚶 Walkability
74%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps like Uber or Bolt.
🚲 Cycling
62%
Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure but not extensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good train and bus connections to other Slovak cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited availability of scooter or bike rentals.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong mobile network coverage with 4G and growing 5G availability.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
65%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa rules apply; no specific digital nomad visa yet.
📊 Tax Friendliness
58%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; not specifically optimized for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
89%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
78%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts is straightforward but requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Business registration process is moderately efficient with some bureaucracy.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available in Slovakia.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few organized events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Small online presence for digital nomads in Žilina.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
83%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some cultural homogeneity.