At a glance
 RO
Cluj-Napoca
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 HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Country | Romania | Hungary |
| Nomad score | 7.3 / 10 | 6.2 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $2,459 / mo | $2,552 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 15° / 8°C | 16° / 7°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 48 Good | 42 Good |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|
|---|---|---|
| Average high | 15.7°C | 16.9°C |
| Average low | 6°C | 7.7°C |
| Precipitation | 56 mm / mo | 49 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 274 h / mo | 261 h / mo |
| Humidity | 75% | 71% |
| Rain days | 9.2 / mo | 8.1 / mo |
| Wind speed | 13.5 km/h | 16 km/h |
RO
Cluj-Napoca · average high by month
J 5
F 7
M 11
A 15
M 20
J 25
J 28
A 27
S 22
O 16
N 9
D 5
HU
Debrecen · average high by month
J 5
F 8
M 12
A 16
M 21
J 27
J 29
A 29
S 23
O 17
N 9
D 5
Air quality
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| US AQI | 48 | 42 |
| PM2.5 | 4.8 µg/m³ | 13 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 5 µg/m³ | 15.5 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 39 µg/m³ | 39 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 0.1 | 0.2 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 5.8 | 3.8 |
| Local Payment Services | 7.8 | 7.0 |
| Startup Scene | 7.0 | 4.8 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | 6.1 | 6.5 |
| Green Spaces | 7.2 | 6.8 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 8.2 | 8.6 |
| Noise Pollution | 6.0 | 6.5 |
| Seasonal Variety | 7.5 | 7.6 |
| Weather | 6.8 | 6.2 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Network Coverage | 8.9 | 8.5 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 8.7 | 8.8 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 6.8 | 5.9 |
| VPN Reliability | 8.6 | 8.5 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 6.4 | 6.6 |
| Cost of Living | 7.3 | 7.0 |
| Currency Stability | 6.8 | 6.1 |
| Entertainment Cost | 7.1 | 6.5 |
| Food & Groceries | 7.3 | 7.0 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 6.9 | 6.3 |
| Transportation Cost | 7.9 | 7.4 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Culture | 8.0 | 6.3 |
| Indoors Fun | 6.7 | 5.3 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 5.5 | 4.8 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 7.4 | 5.9 |
| Nightlife | 7.9 | 4.9 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 7.1 | 6.6 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Nomad Events & Meetups | 6.6 | 3.0 |
| Nomad Friendly | 7.4 | 5.3 |
| Online Community Presence | 6.1 | 3.3 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Cafes with WiFi | 7.8 | 6.8 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 7.8 | 4.7 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 6.9 | 5.3 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 5.9 | 2.6 |
| Internet Speed | 9.0 | 7.9 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 8.5 | 8.1 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Fitness Facilities | 7.1 | 6.0 |
| Food Scene | 7.5 | 5.8 |
| Healthy Food Options | 6.8 | 5.5 |
| Yoga Studios | 6.3 | 4.2 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | 7.5 | 7.1 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 8.0 | 7.6 |
| Healthcare Quality | 7.3 | 6.9 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 7.7 | 6.4 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 6.3 | 5.2 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 5.8 | 4.9 |
| Freedom of Speech | 7.7 | 6.7 |
| Political Stability | 7.4 | 7.2 |
| Tax Friendliness | 6.9 | 5.9 |
| Visa Ease | 7.7 | 6.8 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 6.3 | 6.9 |
| Cleanliness | 7.0 | 6.9 |
| Environmental Quality | 6.9 | 6.8 |
| Family Friendly | 7.4 | 7.4 |
| Language Barrier | 6.6 | 4.8 |
| Work-Life Balance | 7.6 | 7.0 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Female Friendly | 8.2 | 8.0 |
| Racial Tolerance | 6.4 | 6.7 |
| Safety | 8.6 | 8.4 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Airport Connectivity | 6.9 | 5.1 |
| Cycling | 5.0 | 5.9 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 6.6 | 5.8 |
| Public Transit | 7.1 | 5.6 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 8.1 | 4.2 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 6.6 | 3.9 |
| Walkability | 7.3 | 6.2 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Coworking Quality | 7.3 | 4.4 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 6.2 | 3.7 |
| Networking Opportunities | 7.2 | 4.0 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 6.4 | 3.9 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 8.5 | 7.5 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Jeans | $86 per pair | $94 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $48 per dress | $43 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $104 per pair | $112 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Dining Out | $102 per month | $103 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Cinema Ticket | $9.06 per ticket | $8.54 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Coffee | $3.63 per cup | $2.80 per cup |
| Beer | $3.40 per pint | $2.50 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $10 per meal | $11 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $57 per meal | $53 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $9.06 per meal | $9.42 per meal |
| Apples | $1.25 per kg | $1.83 per kg |
| Bread | $1.59 per loaf | $2.21 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $0.91 per bottle | $0.62 per bottle |
| Milk | $1.93 per liter | $1.41 per liter |
| Rice | $2.04 per kg | $2.12 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $7.71 per kg | $7.21 per kg |
| Beef | $12 per kg | $14 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $10 per bottle | $8.24 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Groceries | $249 per month | $250 per month |
Health Insurance
Local prices in US dollars
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Health Insurance | — | $33 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Doctor Visit (GP) | $57 per visit | $53 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $10 per purchase | $10 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Housing | $476 per month | $486 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $623 per month | $633 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $1,405 per month | $1,413 per month |
| Coworking Space | $215 per month | $162 per month |
| Coliving Space | $725 per month | $559 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Internet & Mobile | $12 per month | $28 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Leisure Activities | $57 per month | $59 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Haircut | $19 per visit | $19 per visit |
| Laundry | $14 per kg | $9.42 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Mobile Plan | $15 per month | $27 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $12 per month | $19 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $7.93 one-time | $13 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $50 per month | $54 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $20 per hour | $16 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Transportation | $18 per month | $28 per month |
| Taxi Start | $1.02 per trip | $3.24 per trip |
| Taxi per km | $1.02 per km | $1.30 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $23 per month | $28 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $7.25 per trip | $10 per trip |
| Gasoline | $1.78 per liter | $1.90 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $10 per month | $10 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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RO
Cluj-Napoca
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HU
Debrecen
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|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $125 per month | $141 per month |