Noosa, Australia 🇦🇺
#1793
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Nomad Score:
61%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
31%
Weight: 150
Noosa is relatively expensive compared to many other digital nomad destinations, with high costs for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
27%
Weight: 80
Accommodation is pricey, especially for long-term rentals, due to Noosa's popularity as a tourist and holiday destination.
🍎 Food & Groceries
40%
Weight: 40
Food and groceries are moderately expensive, with a focus on fresh and organic produce driving prices up.
🚌 Transportation Cost
55%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport options increase reliance on cars or rideshares, but fuel and rideshare costs are moderate.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
42%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are somewhat limited and tend to be on the pricier side due to the upscale nature of the area.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
50%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with several boutique and standard gyms available.
💱 Currency Stability
97%
Weight: 30
Australian Dollar is stable and widely accepted internationally.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
Good internet speeds with NBN fiber available in many parts, though some areas may have slower connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
45%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces in Noosa; most nomads rely on cafes or travel to nearby cities for coworking.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer reliable WiFi and comfortable work environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
A decent number of cafes cater to remote workers with power outlets and good WiFi.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
40%
Weight: 100
Noosa is not a major digital nomad hub but attracts some remote workers due to lifestyle appeal.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
89%
Weight: 30
Excellent work-life balance with access to beaches, nature, and a relaxed lifestyle.
🌳 Environmental Quality
95%
Weight: 15
High environmental quality with clean beaches, parks, and protected natural areas.
🧼 Cleanliness
92%
Weight: 10
Noosa is very clean, with well-maintained public spaces and low pollution.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, so minimal language barriers for most international nomads.
💨 Air Quality
90%
Weight: 15
Generally excellent air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
80%
Weight: 25
Good amenities and safe environment for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
85%
Weight: 20
Good healthcare facilities nearby with access to quality medical services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
50%
Weight: 25
Healthcare can be expensive without insurance; public healthcare is available but may have wait times.
🏥 Healthcare
85%
Weight: 20
Overall healthcare system is reliable and of high quality.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
87%
Weight: 80
Subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters, mostly sunny and pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of flooding and occasional storms, but generally safe from major natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
96%
Weight: 10
Abundant green spaces, national parks, and beachside reserves.
❄️ Air Conditioning
80%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and public places have air conditioning due to warm climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with warm summers and mild winters, limited dramatic seasonal variety.
🔊 Noise Pollution
85%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution, especially outside peak tourist seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
68%
Weight: 20
Relaxed coastal Australian culture with a focus on outdoor lifestyle and tourism.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; more suited for quiet evenings than vibrant nightlife.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
98%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, hiking trails, and natural parks.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language learning opportunities, mostly English-focused.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good variety of eco-tours, surfing lessons, and local cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; more focused on outdoor activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Good quality food scene with emphasis on fresh seafood and healthy options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
72%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios and wellness centers available.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
65%
Weight: 15
Adequate fitness facilities including gyms and outdoor workout areas.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
80%
Weight: 15
Plenty of healthy food options, including organic markets and health-focused cafes.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
55%
Weight: 20
GMT+10 timezone is favorable for Asia-Pacific but less ideal for Europe or Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events specifically for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community with limited local support structures.
🏢 Coworking Quality
43%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces exist; quality is decent but limited in variety.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup ecosystem in Noosa; more focused on tourism and hospitality.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local payment options including contactless and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; no major hubs but some local interest.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Sunshine Coast Airport (~30 mins away), with connections to major Australian cities.
🚇 Public Transit
38%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; mostly buses with infrequent schedules.
🚶 Walkability
65%
Weight: 20
Walkable in town center and beach areas but less so in suburban zones.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Uber and other ride-sharing services are available but less frequent than in major cities.
🚲 Cycling
60%
Weight: 10
Some cycling paths available; terrain is moderately hilly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity bus and train options; car travel is most common.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Some bike rental shops available; scooter rentals are rare.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good mobile coverage with 4G widely available; 5G coverage expanding.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
60%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some cafes and public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Australia has strict visa policies; no specific digital nomad visa as of 2025.
📊 Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex tax regulations for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
90%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
95%
Weight: 20
Highly stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
50%
Weight: 15
Requires residency or local address; can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate ease with clear processes but some paperwork required.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available in Australia.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but limited infrastructure and visa options for nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few organized digital nomad events or meetups in Noosa.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Small online community of nomads based in Noosa.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
88%
Weight: 100
Generally very safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
85%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant and multicultural society.