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Stavanger (Sandnes) cityscape
#19 for Business
#10 for Livability
#18 for Investment

Stavanger (Sandnes)

Norway • North Europe • Population: 238,000
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City Overview

Overall Score

76.3
out of 100 points across all categories

Quality Tier

A
Premium global city classification

Coastal Norwegian powerhouse famed for energy, education, and community amid breathtaking fjords.

Key Industries

  • Energy
  • Technology
  • Education
  • Maritime Services
  • Tourism
  • Food

Key Strengths

  • Leading energy and maritime center
  • Outstanding work-life balance
  • High safety and community engagement
Work-Life Balance
10.0+/10
Cost of Living
10.0+/10
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Business Environment

Analysis of business conditions and economic factors

79.0
Score
Economic Strength
84.0
Governance
86.0
Financial Maturity
81.0
Infrastructure
82.0

Business Advantages

  • Leading energy and maritime center
  • Outstanding work-life balance
  • High safety and community engagement
  • Growing tech, food, and culture sectors
  • Proximity to fjords and natural wonders

Challenges

  • Higher living costs than Nordic average
  • Dependence on energy sector for jobs
  • Not direct to major continental cities
  • Rainy climate and wind exposure

Livability Assessment

Quality of life, safety, healthcare, and cultural amenities

85.0
Score
Safety
10.0+
School Quality
10.0+
Community Friendliness
10.0+
Ease of Integration
10.0+

Livability Highlights

  • Safety Score: 88.0/10
  • Work-Life Balance: 90.0/10
  • School Quality: 80.0/10
  • Community Friendliness: 90.0/10

Investment Potential

Real estate market, investment climate, and growth projections

77.0
Score
Real Estate ROI
Solid
Business Climate
75.0
Growth Forecast
Moderate
Investor Protection
80.0

Investment Highlights

  • Income Tax Rate: 22.0/10
  • Inheritance Tax: 0.0/10
  • Strategic gateway to Europe markets with excellent connectivity
  • Green Rating: A

Location Analysis

Stavanger (Sandnes) location map

Strategic location in North Europe, providing excellent connectivity to major markets and global business centers.

Key Economic Indicators

GDP Growth1.5%
GDP Per Capita$73,000
Corporate Tax Rate22%
Unemployment Rate2.8%
Inflation Rate3.1%
Ease of Doing Business Rank11

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City Accolades

Norway's Most Business-Friendly City
NHO, 2023
Norway's Top City for Work-Life Balance
Norstat, 2022

City Tags

coastaloil-capitalfamily-friendlycommunityeducationnaturegrowth

Country Information

CurrencyUSD
Official LanguageEnglish
ContinentEurope