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Noosa, Australia 🇦🇺
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Nomad Score:
62%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
31%
Weight: 150
Noosa is relatively expensive compared to many global digital nomad destinations, driven by its popularity as a tourist and holiday spot.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
27%
Weight: 80
Rental prices and short-term stays are high, especially during peak seasons, limiting budget options.
🍎 Food & Groceries
42%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are moderately expensive, reflecting Australia's overall higher food costs.
🚌 Transportation Cost
55%
Weight: 20
Limited public transport options increase reliance on cars or rideshares, which can be costly.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but tend to be pricey due to the tourist-driven economy.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
58%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately priced, with several local and chain gyms available.
💱 Currency Stability
94%
Weight: 30
Australian dollar is stable and widely accepted internationally.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
76%
Weight: 100
Good NBN broadband coverage with speeds suitable for remote work, though some rural spots may have slower connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
43%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces in Noosa itself; nearby cities offer more options.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
79%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer reliable WiFi and comfortable environments for working.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not extensively.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
52%
Weight: 100
Growing but still niche compared to major Australian cities like Sydney or Melbourne.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
89%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
87%
Weight: 30
Excellent balance due to relaxed lifestyle and access to nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
91%
Weight: 15
Clean beaches, parks, and well-maintained natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
89%
Weight: 10
Generally very clean public spaces and streets.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal barrier for most digital nomads.
💨 Air Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Good air quality, though occasional bushfire smoke can affect conditions seasonally.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
82%
Weight: 25
Good for families with safe environment and outdoor activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
86%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities available in the region.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
50%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is good but can be expensive without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
86%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services with access to specialists in nearby cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
84%
Weight: 80
Subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters, mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
51%
Weight: 10
Moderate risk of bushfires and occasional flooding during heavy rains.
🏞️ Green Spaces
93%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks, beaches, and national parks nearby.
❄️ Air Conditioning
72%
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 extreme variation.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution, especially outside of tourist hotspots.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
69%
Weight: 20
Relaxed coastal Australian culture with indigenous heritage and local festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
41%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; more subdued compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
97%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, hiking trails, and natural parks.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
54%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but informal opportunities exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
78%
Weight: 10
Good range of eco-tours, surfing lessons, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
46%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; focus is more on outdoor activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
67%
Weight: 25
Good variety of cafes and restaurants focusing on fresh, local produce.
🧠 Yoga Studios
75%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available catering to locals and visitors.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
69%
Weight: 15
Adequate gyms and outdoor fitness options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
78%
Weight: 15
Strong emphasis on organic and health-conscious food choices.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
53%
Weight: 20
GMT+10, favorable for Asia-Pacific clients but less so for Europe or Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
42%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads locally.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Opportunities mostly depend on global remote work, local market is small.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community, mostly informal.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
37%
Weight: 15
Limited startup ecosystem compared to major Australian cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
79%
Weight: 10
Modern payment infrastructure with widespread use of contactless and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
56%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption, with some local interest but not widespread.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
58%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Sunshine Coast Airport (~30 min), with connections to major Australian cities.
🚇 Public Transit
39%
Weight: 20
Limited public transit options; mostly buses with infrequent schedules.
🚶 Walkability
64%
Weight: 20
Walkable in town center and beach areas but limited beyond.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
67%
Weight: 15
Uber and other ride-sharing services available but less frequent than in big cities.
🚲 Cycling
61%
Weight: 10
Some bike lanes and trails, but infrastructure is not extensive.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
52%
Weight: 15
Bus and train connections to Brisbane and other cities exist but are limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
59%
Weight: 10
Bike rentals are common; electric scooter rentals are limited.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage with emerging 5G in some areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
63%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in cafes and some public areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
41%
Weight: 40
Australia has strict visa policies; tourist and working holiday visas are limited.
📊 Tax Friendliness
38%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex tax system for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
92%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
90%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Possible but requires documentation and can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward but involves some regulatory steps.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of mid-2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
50%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks infrastructure and visa support compared to top nomad hubs.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
43%
Weight: 25
Occasional meetups but no large-scale events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
51%
Weight: 20
Small but growing online presence among nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
88%
Weight: 100
Generally very safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
85%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
76%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant, though occasional issues exist as in many places.