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Perth, Australia 🇦🇺
#86
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Nomad Score:
64%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Perth is relatively expensive compared to many global cities, especially for digital nomads from lower-cost countries.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
28%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are high, particularly for central locations and short-term leases favored by nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
41%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are moderately expensive but offer good quality and variety.
🚌 Transportation Cost
55%
Weight: 20
Public transport is reasonably priced, but limited coverage outside the city center can increase costs.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are diverse but tend to be on the pricier side.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
47%
Weight: 10
Average gym memberships are moderately expensive but offer good facilities.
💱 Currency Stability
89%
Weight: 30
Australian dollar is stable with low volatility, providing financial predictability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
78%
Weight: 100
High-speed NBN fiber internet is widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
71%
Weight: 40
Good number of coworking spaces in central Perth catering to freelancers and nomads.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
75%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi with decent speeds, suitable for remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
68%
Weight: 30
Several cafes are welcoming to digital nomads, though not as abundant as in larger Australian cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
53%
Weight: 100
Growing but still moderate digital nomad presence 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
84%
Weight: 30
Strong culture of work-life balance with ample leisure and outdoor activities.
🌳 Environmental Quality
81%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air quality and well-maintained public spaces.
🧼 Cleanliness
86%
Weight: 10
City is generally very clean and well-kept.
🗨️ Language Barrier
97%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimal language barriers for most nomads.
💨 Air Quality
79%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, occasional dust storms but infrequent pollution issues.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
72%
Weight: 25
Good amenities and safe neighborhoods suitable for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
87%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with modern facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
50%
Weight: 25
Healthcare can be expensive without insurance; public healthcare is accessible but may have wait times.
🏥 Healthcare
85%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services available with good emergency response.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
76%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and mild winters; generally sunny and pleasant.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
72%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional bushfires and heatwaves.
🏞️ Green Spaces
79%
Weight: 10
Numerous parks and green areas within the city and surrounding regions.
❄️ Air Conditioning
83%
Weight: 15
Most accommodations and public places are well air-conditioned, important for hot summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
55%
Weight: 10
Mild seasonal changes with less pronounced winter; more subtle seasonal variety.
🔊 Noise Pollution
76%
Weight: 10
Generally low noise pollution except in busy nightlife areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
70%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with indigenous heritage and growing arts scene.
🌃 Nightlife
58%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options, less vibrant than larger Australian cities but still active.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
88%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, parks, and natural reserves for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
Limited but available language schools and cultural exchange programs.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
74%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours, especially nature and indigenous culture focused.
🎳 Indoors Fun
62%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, and indoor entertainment options are present but not extensive.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
73%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options with strong seafood and multicultural influences.
🧠 Yoga Studios
67%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, catering to different styles and levels.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good range of fitness centers and outdoor exercise options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
75%
Weight: 15
Plenty of health-conscious cafes and organic food stores.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
43%
Weight: 20
GMT+8 time zone can be challenging for communication with Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
65%
Weight: 25
Growing startup and freelancer communities provide networking events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
58%
Weight: 20
Moderate local remote job market; many nomads rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
63%
Weight: 20
Developing freelance ecosystem with coworking spaces and support groups.
🏢 Coworking Quality
74%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities and community events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
60%
Weight: 15
Smaller but growing startup ecosystem compared to Sydney and Melbourne.
💳 Local Payment Services
71%
Weight: 10
Good availability of digital payment options and banking services.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption with some local crypto communities and events.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
67%
Weight: 30
Perth Airport offers good international and domestic connections but fewer direct flights than major hubs.
🚇 Public Transit
59%
Weight: 20
Public transit is available but limited in coverage and frequency outside central areas.
🚶 Walkability
68%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
79%
Weight: 15
Uber and other ride-sharing services are widely available and reliable.
🚲 Cycling
64%
Weight: 10
Decent cycling infrastructure but not extensive; more popular for recreation than commuting.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
52%
Weight: 15
Limited train services; mostly reliant on flights or long-distance buses.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
58%
Weight: 10
Some bike rental options; electric scooters less common than in other cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city and suburbs.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable VPN services with minimal restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
63%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many cafes and public spaces but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Australia has strict visa requirements; no specific digital nomad visa as of 2025.
📊 Tax Friendliness
42%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex tax system can be challenging for freelancers and nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
90%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
92%
Weight: 20
Highly stable political environment with transparent governance.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate difficulty; requires proof of residency or local address.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process for registering a business.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available as of mid-2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
61%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly to nomads but limited visa options and high costs reduce appeal.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
55%
Weight: 25
Some meetups and events but smaller community compared to major nomad hubs.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
63%
Weight: 20
Active but small online communities focused on Perth digital nomads.
🛡️ 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 and nomads.
✊ Racial Tolerance
79%
Weight: 50
Multicultural city with good racial tolerance and inclusivity.