Perth, Australia 🇦🇺
#86
,
Nomad Score:
66%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
32%
Weight: 150
Perth is relatively expensive compared to many global cities, especially for housing and dining out.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
28%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are high, particularly in central areas, making accommodation costly for nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
45%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are moderately expensive but offer good quality and variety.
🚌 Transportation Cost
61%
Weight: 20
Public transport is reasonably priced with options like buses and trains; car rentals and rideshares are more costly.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
40%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are diverse but tend to be on the pricier side.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
53%
Weight: 10
Average gym memberships are moderately priced, with many options available.
💱 Currency Stability
94%
Weight: 30
Australian Dollar is stable with low volatility, providing financial predictability.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed NBN fiber connections are widely available with reliable performance.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
79%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces in central Perth catering well to digital nomads.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
83%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi with good connectivity and comfortable environments.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
75%
Weight: 30
A good number of cafes are welcoming to remote workers with power outlets and quiet spaces.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
42%
Weight: 100
Perth is less popular than Sydney or Melbourne among nomads but growing steadily.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
91%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
88%
Weight: 30
Strong culture of work-life balance with ample leisure activities and relaxed lifestyle.
🌳 Environmental Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good air quality and well-maintained public spaces.
🧼 Cleanliness
91%
Weight: 10
City is very clean with effective waste management and public hygiene.
🗨️ Language Barrier
98%
Weight: 30
English is the primary language, minimizing communication barriers.
💨 Air Quality
80%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, though occasional bushfire smoke can affect it seasonally.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family-oriented activities available.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
93%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare facilities and services available.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
60%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is good but can be expensive without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
90%
Weight: 20
Excellent healthcare infrastructure and access.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and mild winters, mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
72%
Weight: 10
Low risk of earthquakes and cyclones; occasional bushfires in surrounding areas.
🏞️ Green Spaces
84%
Weight: 10
Numerous parks, gardens, and nearby natural reserves.
❄️ Air Conditioning
87%
Weight: 15
Widely available in homes, offices, and public spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons but mild winters and hot summers with low rainfall.
🔊 Noise Pollution
79%
Weight: 10
Generally low noise pollution except in busy central areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Diverse cultural scene with festivals, museums, and arts.
🌃 Nightlife
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife with bars and clubs, less vibrant than larger Australian cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, parks, and natural attractions.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
English language schools available; limited options for other languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
75%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours including wildlife, wine regions, and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
68%
Weight: 10
Museums, galleries, cinemas, and indoor sports available but limited compared to bigger cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
73%
Weight: 25
Diverse culinary options with strong seafood and multicultural influences.
🧠 Yoga Studios
76%
Weight: 10
Several quality yoga studios catering to different styles.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
74%
Weight: 15
Good range of gyms, fitness centers, and outdoor exercise options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
79%
Weight: 15
Plenty of organic markets, health food stores, and healthy dining choices.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
55%
Weight: 20
GMT+8 time zone is favorable for Asia-Pacific but less so for Europe and Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
67%
Weight: 25
Growing tech and startup community with meetups and events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
60%
Weight: 20
Moderate availability of remote jobs, mostly in tech and creative sectors.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
63%
Weight: 20
Freelance market is developing with some platforms and communities.
🏢 Coworking Quality
78%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities and community events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
65%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem supported by local government initiatives.
💳 Local Payment Services
80%
Weight: 10
Widespread use of contactless payments and mobile wallets.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption with some local exchanges and crypto-friendly businesses.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
70%
Weight: 30
International airport with good connections mainly to Asia and domestic hubs.
🚇 Public Transit
64%
Weight: 20
Bus and train network covers the city but less extensive than larger metros.
🚶 Walkability
71%
Weight: 20
City center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
82%
Weight: 15
Uber and other ride-sharing services widely available.
🚲 Cycling
69%
Weight: 10
Growing cycling infrastructure but still limited in some areas.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Limited train options; mainly reliant on flights and buses for intercity travel.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
58%
Weight: 10
Some e-scooter and bike rental services available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Excellent 4G and expanding 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
92%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
67%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many cafes and public spaces but not ubiquitous.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Australia has strict visa requirements; digital nomad visas are not currently available.
📊 Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
High tax rates and complex regulations can be challenging for freelancers and nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
93%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political risk.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Opening bank accounts requires documentation and can be time-consuming for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but involves regulatory compliance.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available as of May 2025.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
58%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly with good infrastructure but visa and cost barriers exist.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
50%
Weight: 25
Limited but growing number of digital nomad meetups and events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
57%
Weight: 20
Some online groups and forums for Perth-based nomads but smaller than major hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
89%
Weight: 100
Generally very safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
86%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for female travelers and nomads.
✊ Racial Tolerance
78%
Weight: 50
Multicultural city with good racial tolerance, though occasional issues exist.