Adelaide, Australia 🇦🇺
#87
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Nomad Score:
69%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
42%
Weight: 150
Moderately high cost of living compared to many global cities, but cheaper than Sydney or Melbourne.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
45%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are more affordable than Australia's largest cities but still relatively expensive for digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
51%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are moderate; dining out can be pricey but there are affordable options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
63%
Weight: 20
Public transport is reasonably priced with good coverage; car ownership is common but costly.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are varied but can be expensive compared to smaller cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
67%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced with many options available.
💱 Currency Stability
91%
Weight: 30
Australian dollar is stable with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
84%
Weight: 100
High-speed NBN fiber internet widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
78%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in the city center and suburbs catering to freelancers and startups.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
80%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi with good connectivity.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
75%
Weight: 30
A good number of cafes are comfortable for working with power outlets and quiet atmospheres.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
53%
Weight: 100
Growing but still a niche destination compared to major Australian cities.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
87%
Weight: 30
Strong emphasis on work-life balance with relaxed lifestyle and good leisure options.
🌳 Environmental Quality
82%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air quality and green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
89%
Weight: 10
City is well-maintained and clean.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier.
💨 Air Quality
81%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, occasional issues during bushfire season.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
80%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family-oriented activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities and services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is good but can be expensive without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
88%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system with public and private options.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
79%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters, generally pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
62%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of bushfires and heatwaves, low risk of earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
85%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
74%
Weight: 15
Most indoor spaces have air conditioning, important during hot summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
68%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons but mild winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
72%
Weight: 10
Generally low noise pollution except in busy nightlife areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
76%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with festivals, museums, and arts.
🌃 Nightlife
61%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with bars and live music, less vibrant than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
83%
Weight: 15
Close to beaches, hills, and wine regions offering many outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
English language schools available; limited options for other languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
72%
Weight: 10
Good range of local tours including wine tours, wildlife, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
65%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, cinemas, and indoor sports facilities available.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
78%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with quality restaurants and multicultural cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
73%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios offering various styles and classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
75%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms, fitness centers, and outdoor workout spots.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
79%
Weight: 15
Many cafes and stores offer organic and health-conscious food choices.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
UTC+9:30 time zone can be challenging for communication with Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
68%
Weight: 25
Growing startup and freelancer community with regular meetups.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; many rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
67%
Weight: 20
Moderate freelance community with coworking spaces supporting freelancers.
🏢 Coworking Quality
79%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities and networking events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
64%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with government support but smaller scale.
💳 Local Payment Services
76%
Weight: 10
Wide acceptance of digital payments and contactless options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but still early stage adoption.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
71%
Weight: 30
Good domestic and some international connections; limited direct long-haul flights.
🚇 Public Transit
69%
Weight: 20
Bus and tram network covers the city but less extensive than larger cities.
🚶 Walkability
74%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
83%
Weight: 15
Uber and other ride-sharing services widely available.
🚲 Cycling
70%
Weight: 10
Decent cycling infrastructure but not highly developed.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Limited train services; mostly reliant on buses and flights.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
58%
Weight: 10
Some bike rental options; electric scooters less common.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
87%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
89%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
67%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
54%
Weight: 40
Australia has strict visa policies; digital nomad visa not yet available.
📊 Tax Friendliness
48%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex tax system for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
93%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
90%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political risk.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
62%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires documentation; can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with online options.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with good infrastructure but visa limitations.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
59%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events but less frequent than larger cities.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
67%
Weight: 20
Active but smaller online digital nomad community.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
88%
Weight: 100
Generally very safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
85%
Weight: 50
Safe and inclusive environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
79%
Weight: 50
Multicultural city with good racial tolerance, though occasional issues exist.