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Canberra, Australia 🇦🇺
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Nomad Score:
65%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Canberra is relatively expensive compared to many global cities, with high costs for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
28%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are high, especially for central locations favored by digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
45%
Weight: 40
Food prices are above average, with groceries and dining out being costly but quality is good.
🚌 Transportation Cost
61%
Weight: 20
Public transport is moderately priced, but many rely on cars which increases costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but tend to be pricey compared to other cities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with several affordable options.
💱 Currency Stability
97%
Weight: 30
Australian dollar is stable with low volatility, providing financial security.
💻 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, especially in the city center, but fewer than larger metros.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
78%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual work sessions.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
70%
Weight: 30
A decent number of cafes cater to remote workers with power outlets and good seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
41%
Weight: 100
Canberra is less popular among digital nomads compared to Sydney or Melbourne.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
85%
Weight: 30
Strong emphasis on work-life balance with good social services and lifestyle.
🌳 Environmental Quality
88%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air quality and green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
92%
Weight: 10
City is very clean with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
99%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
83%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, though occasional bushfire smoke can affect it seasonally.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
80%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family services available.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
94%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with excellent hospitals and services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is good but can be expensive without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
93%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services available, including for expats.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
67%
Weight: 80
Mild four-season climate with warm summers and cool winters; some rain throughout the year.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of bushfires and droughts, low risk of earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
90%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks, lakes, and nature reserves within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Most buildings and accommodations are well-equipped with air conditioning.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with pleasant spring and autumn, cold winters, and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet city with low noise pollution levels.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
72%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, galleries, and events, though smaller than major cities.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger Australian cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to outdoor activities including hiking, cycling, and lakeside recreation.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
68%
Weight: 10
Some language schools and community classes available, but limited diversity.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate availability of local tours and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
60%
Weight: 10
Indoor entertainment options exist but are somewhat limited.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Good variety of restaurants and cafes, with a focus on fresh and local produce.
🧠 Yoga Studios
75%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios offering diverse 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 health-conscious food options.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
55%
Weight: 20
Time zone (AEST) is favorable for Asia-Pacific but less so for Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
62%
Weight: 25
Some professional and tech networking events, but smaller scale.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Moderate availability of remote jobs, mostly in government and tech sectors.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
58%
Weight: 20
Freelance community exists but is not very large or active.
🏢 Coworking Quality
71%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are modern and well-equipped but fewer in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
55%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem, smaller compared to Sydney or Melbourne.
💳 Local Payment Services
85%
Weight: 10
Well-developed digital payment infrastructure including contactless and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but still early stage adoption in the local market.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
70%
Weight: 30
Good domestic and some international connections, but fewer direct flights than major hubs.
🚇 Public Transit
55%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; mostly buses with no train network.
🚶 Walkability
68%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable but suburbs require car or bike.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
75%
Weight: 15
Uber and other ride-sharing services are widely available.
🚲 Cycling
79%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure and bike-friendly routes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Limited train services; mostly reliant on buses and flights for intercity travel.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Bike rentals are common; electric scooters less widespread but growing.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
87%
Weight: 20
Excellent 4G and expanding 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
88%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available but limited mostly to libraries and some public spaces.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Australia has strict visa policies; obtaining long-term digital nomad visas is challenging.
📊 Tax Friendliness
45%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex tax system for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
93%
Weight: 20
Highly stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires documentation; can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but involves some paperwork.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of June 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but limited infrastructure and visa options for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
40%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
55%
Weight: 20
Small but growing online community for digital nomads in Canberra.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
90%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
88%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for female travelers and workers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
85%
Weight: 50
Multicultural society with good racial tolerance.