Melbourne, Australia 🇦🇺
#84
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Nomad Score:
67%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Melbourne is known for its high cost of living, especially compared to many other digital nomad hubs.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
28%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are quite high, particularly in central areas popular with expats and nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
51%
Weight: 40
Food prices are moderate to high, with a good variety of fresh produce and international options.
🚌 Transportation Cost
64%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient but can be costly; however, many affordable options like trams and buses exist.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
45%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are abundant but tend to be on the pricier side.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
57%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced with many options from budget to premium.
💱 Currency Stability
89%
Weight: 30
Australian dollar is stable with low volatility, providing financial predictability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Reliable high-speed internet widely available, with NBN fiber connections common.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
86%
Weight: 40
Numerous coworking spaces throughout the city catering to various budgets and needs.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
83%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi and comfortable work environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
79%
Weight: 30
Good selection of cafes popular among digital nomads with power outlets and good ambiance.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
67%
Weight: 100
Melbourne is a known destination but less saturated than Sydney or Brisbane.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
88%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
81%
Weight: 30
Strong culture of work-life balance with plenty of leisure activities and flexible work options.
🌳 Environmental Quality
75%
Weight: 15
Generally good air and water quality with active environmental policies.
🧼 Cleanliness
82%
Weight: 10
City is clean and well-maintained with efficient waste management.
🗨️ Language Barrier
97%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, making communication easy for most international nomads.
💨 Air Quality
71%
Weight: 15
Air quality is generally good, though occasional bushfire smoke can impact it seasonally.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family services available.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with excellent hospitals and medical services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
50%
Weight: 25
Healthcare can be expensive without insurance; Medicare benefits are limited to residents.
🏥 Healthcare
90%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare infrastructure and services available.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
54%
Weight: 80
Temperate oceanic climate with mild summers and cool, sometimes rainy winters; variable weather.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
63%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk from bushfires and occasional flooding; low earthquake risk.
🏞️ Green Spaces
87%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks, gardens, and green areas within the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
70%
Weight: 15
Most modern buildings and accommodations have air conditioning, though not always central.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
68%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons with mild temperature swings, but less extreme than continental climates.
🔊 Noise Pollution
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise levels in the city center; quieter in suburbs.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
89%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, galleries, festivals, and diverse communities.
🌃 Nightlife
74%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with many bars, clubs, and live music venues.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
85%
Weight: 15
Close proximity to beaches, national parks, and hiking trails.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
72%
Weight: 10
Many language schools and community groups available for learning English and other languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
80%
Weight: 10
Wide range of cultural, culinary, and nature tours available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
76%
Weight: 10
Good options including theaters, cinemas, museums, and indoor sports.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
91%
Weight: 25
Diverse and high-quality food scene with many international cuisines and local specialties.
🧠 Yoga Studios
78%
Weight: 10
Numerous yoga studios offering various styles and price points.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
79%
Weight: 15
Wide availability of gyms, fitness centers, and outdoor workout spaces.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
84%
Weight: 15
Abundant healthy food options including organic markets and health-focused cafes.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
53%
Weight: 20
GMT+10/11 time zone is favorable for Asia-Pacific but less so for Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
75%
Weight: 25
Active professional and digital nomad communities with frequent events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
69%
Weight: 20
Growing remote job market, especially in tech and creative industries.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
71%
Weight: 20
Supportive freelance environment with platforms and local networks.
🏢 Coworking Quality
84%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with modern amenities and good community vibes.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
73%
Weight: 15
Vibrant startup ecosystem with government support and incubators.
💳 Local Payment Services
76%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of contactless payments and mobile wallets; some international payment limitations.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption with growing interest but regulatory caution.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
78%
Weight: 30
Melbourne Airport offers good international and domestic connections.
🚇 Public Transit
74%
Weight: 20
Extensive tram, train, and bus network, though some areas are less accessible.
🚶 Walkability
71%
Weight: 20
Central areas are walkable; outer suburbs less so.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
80%
Weight: 15
Uber, Ola, and other ride-sharing services widely available.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Growing cycling infrastructure but still developing compared to European cities.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Good train and coach services to other major cities and regions.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
59%
Weight: 10
Limited electric scooter rentals; bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
83%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and expanding 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
87%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many public spaces but often limited in speed and security.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
41%
Weight: 40
Australia has strict visa requirements; digital nomad visas are not currently available.
📊 Tax Friendliness
37%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex tax system for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
89%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
88%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political risk.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
62%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires documentation and can be time-consuming for non-residents.
📄 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 currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
65%
Weight: 50
Friendly environment but limited visa options and high costs reduce overall friendliness.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
73%
Weight: 25
Regular meetups and events for digital nomads and expats.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
76%
Weight: 20
Active online groups and forums for Melbourne-based nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
84%
Weight: 100
Generally safe city with low violent crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
87%
Weight: 50
Safe and inclusive environment with strong gender equality.
✊ Racial Tolerance
79%
Weight: 50
Multicultural city with good racial tolerance, though occasional issues exist.