Launceston, Australia 🇦🇺
#1386
-41.433389, 147.139262
Nomad Score:
66%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
65%
Weight: 150
Moderate cost of living compared to major Australian cities, but still higher than many regional areas.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
72%
Weight: 80
Affordable rental prices, especially compared to larger cities like Sydney and Melbourne.
🍎 Food & Groceries
70%
Weight: 40
Grocery prices are reasonable, with a good variety of local produce available.
🚌 Transportation Cost
60%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, but costs are manageable for occasional use.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
68%
Weight: 15
Affordable options for entertainment, including local events and activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
75%
Weight: 10
Reasonably priced gym memberships with various facilities available.
💱 Currency Stability
85%
Weight: 30
Australian dollar is stable, providing confidence for long-term stays.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good internet speeds available, though some rural areas may experience slower connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
55%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to larger cities, but a few decent options exist.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi, making it easy to work remotely.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65%
Weight: 30
A decent number of cafes cater to remote workers, though not as many as in bigger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
40%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads, leading to fewer networking opportunities.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Generally good work-life balance with a relaxed lifestyle and outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85%
Weight: 15
High environmental quality with beautiful natural surroundings and clean air.
🧼 Cleanliness
80%
Weight: 10
Well-maintained public spaces and low levels of pollution contribute to cleanliness.
🗨️ Language Barrier
90%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, making communication easy for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, with minimal industrial pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
85%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare services available, with well-trained professionals.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare can be expensive without insurance, but public services are available.
🏥 Healthcare
80%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare system that provides a range of services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
75%
Weight: 80
Mild climate with warm summers and cool winters, though some rain is common.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters compared to other regions in Australia.
🏞️ Green Spaces
80%
Weight: 10
Plenty of parks and natural reserves, promoting outdoor activities.
❄️ Air Conditioning
65%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in homes and public spaces, but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
60%
Weight: 10
Experiences all four seasons, but the variety is less pronounced than in some regions.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
65%
Weight: 20
A mix of local culture with some arts and music events, but not as vibrant as larger cities.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options compared to larger urban areas, but some bars and pubs exist.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Exceptional access to nature, including parks, rivers, and hiking trails.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
40%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for language learning due to the predominance of English.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
65%
Weight: 10
Some local tours available, focusing on nature and history, but fewer than in larger cities.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options, with a few museums and galleries.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options with a focus on local produce, though not as extensive as major cities.
🧠 Yoga Studios
60%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available, catering to different styles and preferences.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
75%
Weight: 15
Good variety of fitness facilities, including gyms and outdoor sports areas.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Increasing availability of healthy food options, especially in cafes and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
55%
Weight: 20
Time zone may be challenging for some remote workers depending on their client base.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
45%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for digital nomads due to a smaller community.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Some remote job opportunities exist, but not as many as in larger cities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Limited freelance ecosystem, making it harder to find gigs and clients.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Quality of coworking spaces is decent, but options are limited.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
45%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup scene, but not as developed as in larger cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
80%
Weight: 10
Widely accepted payment methods, including cards and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
35%
Weight: 15
Limited adoption of blockchain and crypto technologies in the local economy.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Regional airport with limited international flights, requiring connections for long-distance travel.
🚇 Public Transit
50%
Weight: 20
Basic public transit options available, but not extensive or frequent.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Generally walkable city with accessible amenities within a reasonable distance.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
55%
Weight: 15
Ride-sharing services are available but not as prevalent as in larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Some cycling infrastructure exists, but not extensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity travel options, primarily by bus or car.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Few options for scooter or bike rentals, mainly for tourists.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
75%
Weight: 20
Good mobile network coverage throughout the city and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
80%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services available, with good internet infrastructure.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Stable power grid with minimal outages reported.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
50%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi options, mostly found in cafes and libraries.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
60%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be bureaucratic, but options are available for longer stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates, which can be a consideration for long-term residents.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
80%
Weight: 15
High levels of freedom of speech and expression in Australia.
🏛️ Political Stability
85%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with a well-functioning democracy.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Relatively straightforward process for opening a bank account for residents.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Business registration is manageable, but can involve some bureaucracy.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
40%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa, but other visa options exist.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Somewhat nomad-friendly, but lacks a strong community.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups specifically for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads in the area.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
85%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and accepting community, though some issues exist.