Brisbane, Australia 🇦🇺
Nomad Score:
71%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
68%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to other Australian cities, but still higher than many Southeast Asian destinations.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are rising, especially in desirable neighborhoods, making it less affordable for long-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
72%
Weight: 40
Diverse food options available, with a mix of affordable and high-end dining; groceries are reasonably priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is decent but can be pricey; many prefer using cars or rideshares.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
63%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are plentiful, but costs can add up quickly, especially for events and nightlife.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
67%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are average in price, with a variety of options available.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
The Australian dollar is stable, making it a reliable currency for transactions.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
84%
Weight: 100
High-speed internet is widely available, with many areas offering fiber connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
78%
Weight: 40
A growing number of coworking spaces catering to digital nomads, particularly in the CBD.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
80%
Weight: 30
Numerous cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely in a relaxed environment.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes are welcoming to remote workers, with good coffee and ample seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
65%
Weight: 100
Brisbane is becoming more popular among digital nomads, but still lags behind cities like Melbourne and Sydney.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
70%
Weight: 30
A laid-back lifestyle with a focus on outdoor activities contributes to a good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good environmental quality, with efforts to maintain green spaces and reduce pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
78%
Weight: 10
Brisbane is relatively clean, with regular maintenance of public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
90%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, making communication easy for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
70%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally good, although it can be affected by bushfires during dry seasons.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
85%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, with a mix of public and private options.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare can be expensive without insurance, but public services are available.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
82%
Weight: 80
Warm climate with plenty of sunny days, though summers can be quite humid.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
65%
Weight: 10
Risk of flooding and occasional storms, but generally lower than other Australian cities.
🏞️ Green Spaces
80%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and green spaces throughout the city, promoting outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
75%
Weight: 15
Common in most buildings, especially during the hot summer months.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety; primarily warm weather year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
A vibrant arts scene with various cultural festivals and events throughout the year.
🌃 Nightlife
68%
Weight: 15
Decent nightlife options, though not as vibrant as larger cities like Sydney or Melbourne.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Excellent outdoor activities available, including beaches, parks, and hiking trails.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited language schools; primarily English-speaking environment.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Various local tours available, showcasing the city's culture and natural beauty.
🎳 Indoors Fun
65%
Weight: 10
Good options for indoor activities, including museums and galleries.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
75%
Weight: 25
Diverse food scene with influences from various cultures, though not as renowned as other cities.
🧠 Yoga Studios
70%
Weight: 10
Numerous yoga studios available, catering to different styles and levels.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
75%
Weight: 15
Good access to fitness facilities, including gyms and outdoor workout areas.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
78%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options in cafes and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
60%
Weight: 20
Time zone can be challenging for remote work with clients in Europe or the Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
65%
Weight: 25
Growing tech and startup scene provides some networking opportunities, but still developing.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Remote job opportunities are available but not as plentiful as in larger cities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
55%
Weight: 20
Freelancing is growing, but the ecosystem is not as robust as in other major cities.
🏢 Coworking Quality
75%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with good amenities and community events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
65%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene with increasing support, but still behind Sydney and Melbourne.
💳 Local Payment Services
80%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted payment methods, including contactless options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Growing interest in blockchain, but adoption is still in early stages.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
75%
Weight: 30
Brisbane Airport offers good domestic and international connectivity.
🚇 Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Public transit is decent but can be limited in some areas; reliance on cars is common.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Central areas are walkable, but suburbs may require a vehicle.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
80%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing services like Uber are widely available and popular.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is improving, but still not as extensive as in other cities.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good options for intercity travel by bus and train, though not as frequent as in larger cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Scooter and bike rentals are available, but not as widespread as in other cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong mobile network coverage across the city, with reliable service.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
VPN services are reliable and widely used for secure internet access.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
80%
Weight: 15
Generally reliable power grid with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some areas, but not as widespread as in other cities.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be complex; options for digital nomads are limited.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Tax rates are moderate, but compliance can be complicated for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
80%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be straightforward but may require documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but can be bureaucratic.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
45%
Weight: 35
Limited options for digital nomad visas; most must rely on standard work visas.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Brisbane is becoming more nomad-friendly, but still has room for improvement.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
55%
Weight: 25
Some events and meetups for digital nomads, but not as frequent as in larger cities.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
60%
Weight: 20
Growing online community presence, but still developing compared to other cities.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
80%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates, though caution is advised in some areas.
♀️ Female Friendly
85%
Weight: 50
Brisbane is considered female-friendly, with a supportive environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
80%
Weight: 50
Diverse population with a generally tolerant attitude towards different cultures.