Canberra, Australia 🇦🇺
#92
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Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Canberra is relatively expensive compared to many cities globally, with high costs for daily expenses and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
28%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are high, especially for central locations, reflecting the city's status as a capital.
🍎 Food & Groceries
41%
Weight: 40
Food prices are above average, with groceries and dining out being costly but offering good quality.
🚌 Transportation Cost
65%
Weight: 20
Public transport is moderately priced, with efficient bus services; car ownership is common but costly.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are varied but tend to be on the pricier side.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with several options available.
💱 Currency Stability
97%
Weight: 30
Australian dollar is stable with low volatility, backed by a strong economy.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
89%
Weight: 100
High-speed NBN fiber internet widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
73%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist, mostly concentrated in the city center.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for working remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
71%
Weight: 30
Good number of cafes with comfortable seating and power outlets.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
42%
Weight: 100
Not a top destination for digital nomads but has a small growing community.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
86%
Weight: 30
Strong emphasis on work-life balance with flexible work culture.
🌳 Environmental Quality
84%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air quality and green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
91%
Weight: 10
City is very clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
99%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barriers for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
82%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, occasional bushfire smoke can affect it seasonally.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
93%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with excellent facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is good but can be expensive without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
90%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services available.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
67%
Weight: 80
Mild four-season climate with warm summers and cool winters; some rain.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of bushfires and occasional flooding.
🏞️ Green Spaces
90%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and green areas throughout the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Most buildings and public transport are air-conditioned.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with pleasant variation, not extreme.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, galleries, and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is modest, more subdued compared to larger Australian cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
88%
Weight: 15
Close to nature reserves, lakes, and hiking trails.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
65%
Weight: 10
Limited but available language schools and community classes.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Good range of local tours focusing on history and nature.
🎳 Indoors Fun
60%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor activities available but limited variety.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
72%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options with good quality but fewer international cuisines than bigger cities.
🧠 Yoga Studios
75%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios offering a variety of classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
78%
Weight: 15
Many cafes and stores offer organic and healthy food choices.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
55%
Weight: 20
GMT+10, favorable for Asia-Pacific but less so for Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
60%
Weight: 25
Moderate opportunities, mostly government and education sector focused.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; many work remotely for international companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
58%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but smaller than major global hubs.
🏢 Coworking Quality
70%
Weight: 30
Good quality coworking spaces with necessary amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
55%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem, supported by government initiatives.
💳 Local Payment Services
85%
Weight: 10
Advanced digital payment systems widely accepted.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption with some local interest and regulation.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
70%
Weight: 30
Well-connected domestic airport with some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
68%
Weight: 20
Bus network is reliable but limited compared to larger cities.
🚶 Walkability
72%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
80%
Weight: 15
Uber and other ride-sharing services widely available.
🚲 Cycling
75%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure and bike lanes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
65%
Weight: 15
Limited train options; buses and flights are main intercity travel modes.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Some bike rental options; electric scooters less common.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
90%
Weight: 20
Excellent 4G/5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
95%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
92%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Australia has strict visa requirements; digital nomad-specific visas limited.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex tax system for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
90%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
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 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but limited visa options and high costs reduce appeal.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
45%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated digital nomad events; some general networking meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
50%
Weight: 20
Small online community for digital nomads in Canberra.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
93%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
90%
Weight: 50
Safe and inclusive environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
85%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and multicultural society.